Historical fictions are wonderful ways to learn about a time in history as well as fall into a great story. Young adult literature is ripe for these types of novels because the characters, many times, deal with not only a journey to a new home but also with the journey of growing up. Here are… Continue reading Young Adult Historical Fiction: Top Five
Breaking Stalin’s Nose
Initially, I was drawn to the title of Yelchin’s Newbery winning novel; then, I read it in a fast paced breath because the tension heightened the speed of the story in which Sasha quickly becomes aware the reality of communism in the USSR. The story is well written and quick, just like the action in… Continue reading Breaking Stalin’s Nose
Free Ebook Giveaway!
Each Saturday from February 9th to March 9th, 2013 (5 days), Camp Bug Juice will be available for FREE downloading on Amazon Kindle! For more information & updates, check us out: Tales of a Bookworm blog @bookwormtales on Twitter Camp Bug Juice in Goodreads
Best Board Books for Babies & Toddlers
Linking up with The Children’s Bookshelf for fun posts on children’s books! Board books are the best way to get a baby or toddler interested in reading and pictures; they have simple messages, (usually) rhyming language, and great illustrations. Plus, board books are usually the number choice for a teething child to gnaw on. Here… Continue reading Best Board Books for Babies & Toddlers
The Outcasts of 19 Schuyler Place
“I prefer not too!” is Margaret’s response to her camp director and counselor when asked why she won’t participate in any camp activities. Margaret is sent to camp while her parents travel in Peru. Because Margaret refuses to participate and is being teased by other campers, her two uncles pick her up from camp. Margaret… Continue reading The Outcasts of 19 Schuyler Place