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The Kindness Machine Launches

I received an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review. The Kindness Machine The Kindness Machine by Christina Dankert, illustrated by Chad Dankert  I received The Kindness Machine ARC to offer my honest review.  Everyone’s favorite teacher, Mr. Wilson, invented the Kindness Machine. He frequently creates clever gadgets to teach math and… Continue reading The Kindness Machine Launches

Blogging AtoZ April 2022 Challenge, Grand Prompts

The Crystal Beads, Lalka’s Journey

#whatsonyourbookshelfchallenge The Crystal Beads, Lalka’s Journey  by Pat Black-Gould illustrated by Katya Royz  Purple Butterfly Press I received an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review. The Crystal Beads, Lalka’s Journey, is a Holocaust story—one that probably happened frequently during those dark years. But unlike many Holocaust accounts, this story is told… Continue reading The Crystal Beads, Lalka’s Journey

Blogging AtoZ April 2022 Challenge, Grand Prompts

Page Hugger Paper Craft

Did you ever wonder, "What is a Page Hugger? It is basically an origami book marker. My Page Huggers have my book graphic and basic book information on them. They are useful, fun, and cute. Did you ever wonder, "How do I fold my very own Becoming America's Stories Page Hugger?" 🍀You're in luck.🍀 Download… Continue reading Page Hugger Paper Craft

Blogging AtoZ April 2022 Challenge, Grand Prompts

Theme Reveal

‘Tis the season. The annual Blogging A2Z April Challenge is on. Every April the fine folks at Blogging A2Z plan, organize, and set forth the daily blog challenge. Over a thousand bloggers take part in this epic event each year. But, being just little ol’ me, I can pick and choose who I want to… Continue reading Theme Reveal

Becoming America's Stories, Weekend Coffee Share

We’re Back

Good morning Everyone It’s a bitter wintry morning on Long Island—a big difference from Hilton Head Island. My husband, Matt and I are back home, planning the yard and boat launch sequences. It is good to be back (although I do miss my grandkids). Pour your coffee, let’s catch up. If we were having coffee… Continue reading We’re Back