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Emma’s Sunflower

#whatsonyourbookshelfchallenge Emma's Sunflower by Phillipa Warden illustrated by Grace Ward Emma’s Sunflower is a sweet picture book story about nature’s wonders and personal patience. Emma witnesses the drama and beauty of life in her own backyard. The friendly goldfinches enjoy the sunflower seeds she put out for them in her bird feeder. But a nasty… Continue reading Emma’s Sunflower

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Silly Picture Books With Purpose

#whatsonyourbookshelfchallenge Chicks Don't Eat Candy!  by Kelly Tills Chicks Don’t Eat Candy by Kelly Tills You are in for a sweet treat. This little book is #5 in Kelly Tills’ Awesome Animals series, but this is my first. What a HOOT! Did you know that the delightful thing about chicks is that they do not… Continue reading Silly Picture Books With Purpose

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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

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The Eves

#whatsonyourbookshelfchallenge The Eves by Grace Sammons A story told by a master storyteller  You will need a box of tissues while reading this beautiful novel about forgiveness, love lost and gained, and truth. I was initially drawn to the setting of The Eves—the history of the Maryland shore, the majestic Chesapeake, and the bustle of… Continue reading The Eves

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Blue Woman Burning: Book Review

#whatsonyourbookshelfchallenge Blue Woman Burning by Lâle Davidson Red Penguin Books Get comfortable. You are going to love reading this debut novel.  Blue Woman Burning travels from the high altitudes of the Chilean Altiplano, through New York City streets and upstate New York, into the desert and finally, Los Angeles. Each place is beautifully described so… Continue reading Blue Woman Burning: Book Review