When I bought this book I knew nothing about it except that Lin-Manuel Miranda was making it into a film. I know, a silly reason to buy a book but then I was also very intrigued with the title! I started reading and within a short time, I was grabbing my pencil to underline sentences … Continue reading Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Saenz
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Shadows of Doubt by Timothy R. Baldwin
In the second book in the Middle School series “Kahale and Claude Mystery”, the four friends from Camp Lenape, Alissa, Janice, Nate, and Marcus are back and involved in another mystery. I am always impressed with how Baldwin can write with such a complete understanding of life as a Middle Schooler. The mystery aspect of … Continue reading Shadows of Doubt by Timothy R. Baldwin
Nelson Beats the Odds by Ronnie Sidney
This is a graphic Young adult story about a kid with ADHD. It is a success story! Nelson has a hard time focusing, paying attention, and following directions. His parents decide that they do not want him on medication and choose to have him placed in special classes. Nelson is in middle school and does … Continue reading Nelson Beats the Odds by Ronnie Sidney
Camp Lenape by Timothy R. Baldwin
Even if you never went to summer camp this is a terrific mystery for young adults. Suspenseful, thrilling, adventure at its best! Follow four middle school friends as they spend the summer working as junior counselors at Camp Lenape. Working at the camp is a lot different from being a camper now that they are … Continue reading Camp Lenape by Timothy R. Baldwin
Mariko Takashi and the Case of the Living Dinosaur by Christopher Bair
Christopher Bair has written a series of books about a High School Witch who manages the magic in her High School. Mariko Takashi, the witch, and her sidekick, Alvaro Jameson, work together as detectives to solve supernatural mysteries. They have not known each other very long and so their relationship is evolving. They are both … Continue reading Mariko Takashi and the Case of the Living Dinosaur by Christopher Bair
Ordinary Hazards by Nikki Grimes
Ordinary Hazards is a memoir written in prose. It is beautifully written and easy to read. Nikki reflects on her past as a child of a schizophrenic mother, moving to various foster homes, and discovering who she is amongst the upheaval in her life. I found strength, compassion and even joy within the pages of … Continue reading Ordinary Hazards by Nikki Grimes
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