Book Reviews of books that are age appropriate for second graders (Early Readers).
Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss!!! Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss!!! March 2nd is Dr. Seuss’ Birthday! “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” ~Dr. Seuss It’s Dr. Seuss’ Birthday! Theodor Seuss Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss, was born on March 2, 1904. He was …
[Book Review] The Best Nest by P.D. Eastman My Book Review: Oh, how I love this book! The Best Nest by P.D. Eastman is one of my all-time childhood favorites, and I love that my kids enjoy it now! Mrs. Bird is expecting a baby, and decides she wants a new home. She and Mr. Bird …
[Book Review] Snow Crystals by W.A. Bentley and W.J. Humphreys Blurb: “Did you ever try to photograph a snow flake? The procedure is very tricky. The work must be done rapidly in extreme cold, for even body heat can melt a rare specimen that has been painstakingly mounted. The lighting must be just right to …
[Book Review] Celebrating a Christ-Centered Christmas by Emily Belle Freeman and David Butler Blurb: “Discover how each figure of the Nativity can lead your family closer to Christ this Christmas season. This children’s edition of Celebrating a Christ-Centered Christmas will guide you through seven meaningful traditions inspired by the Nativity setting. These simple experiences are not …
Remember the Ladies by Callista Gingrich Blurb: Ellis the Elephant is headed back to the White House! In Remember the Ladies, the seventh in Callista Gingrich’s New York Times bestselling series, Ellis meets some of America’s greatest first ladies and discovers their many contributions to American history. Join Ellis as he travels back in time to …
The Little Match Girl by Hans Christian Anderson Retold by David Warner Paintings by Greg Newbold Blurb: “It’s Christmas Eve, but for one little girl, there will be no stockings hung lovingly above the fireplace or shiny presents wrapped under the tree. The best that the little match girl can hope for is a warm, …
Mustaches for Maddie by Chad Morris and Shelly Brown Blurb: “Twelve-year-old Maddie has a quirky sense of humor and a fondness for spotting fake mustaches–a neon pink handlebar, a green fuzzy chevron, a blue pencil mustache–her fake mustaches always seem to get a laugh. Being funny gets her noticed by class queen Cassie and things …
Nina the Neighborhood Ninja by Sonia Panigrahy Blurb: “Calling all Girls to find their inner Superhero! Smart. Strong. Speedy. Nina the Neighborhood Ninja is a creative and take-charge kind of little girl who possesses all of these amazing qualities. Fiona the Firefly is her loyal and trusty sidekick. Through teamwork and bravery, Nina and Fiona …
Hail to the Chief (An Ellis the Elephant Story) by Callista Gingrich Blurb: “Ellis the elephant is back, and he’s headed to the White House! In Hail to the Chief, the sixth in Callista Gingrich’s New York Times bestselling series, Ellis meets some of America’s greatest presidents and discovers how they have led our country throughout …
Fablehaven Book of Imagination by Brandon Mull Blurb: “Unlike the other Fablehaven books, this one is only half-finished….The missing ingredient is you! Begin by writing your name in the space provided on the front cover. Then get ready to write, draw, solve, and create, guided by the many activities inside!…The secret world of enchanted preserves …
