In partnership with The Children’s Book Review and Krueger Wallace Press & Riven Rock Projects

ABOUT THE BOOK

Merry Christmas, Eve!

Written by Adam Wallace

Illustrated by Lena Bardy

Ages 4+ | 36 Pages

Publisher: Krueger Wallace Press & Riven Rock Projects | ISBN-13: 9780648973737

“The day before Christmas is a very special day,

That never had its own name.

But that all changed when one special elf,

Rose to glory and fame.

Eve was an elf with such get up and go,

She worked hard and loved to play.

But the Head Elf ran Christmas with an iron fist,

And this was what he had to say…”

PURCHASE LINKS

Amazon: https://amzn.to/2ZIsGWP

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Adam Wallace has written stories about elves before (How to Catch an Elf), but Eve is by far his favorite elf!

Adam also has a mother who still makes him write a letter to Santa every year, and puts a stocking at the end of his bed … he doesn’t mind!

With over 82 books published, Adam believes Eve can outshine them all!

For more information, visit adam-wallace-books.com

MY REVIEW OF THIS BOOK

GETTING INTO THE SPIRIT…

Merry Christmas, Eve!

Written by Adam Wallace

Illustrated by Lena Bardy

A fun rhyming picture book that is sure to become a Christmas classic. A new Head Elf at the North Pole rules like a despot. He forbids the elves to play, sets up authoritarian rules like the reindeer must fly only in straight lines and no singing, talking, or laughing. A little elf named Eve decides she must find the Christmas spirit that is missing. Will Eve succeed in restoring the joy of the holiday season? How does Santa Claus react?

The book is written with four lines of verse on each page, accompanied by huge, expressive, and colorful illustrations. A perfect book for teachers and parents to share with their children as a read-aloud or bedtime story. Highly recommended for all ages to get into the true Christmas spirit.

GIVEAWAY

Enter for a chance to win a copy of Merry Christmas, Eve!

(3) Three winners receive:

A copy of Merry Christmas, Eve!

The giveaway ends December 16, 2021, at 11:59 P.M. MT.

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TOUR SCHEDULE

Tuesday, November 16, 2021The Children’s Book ReviewA book review ofMerry Christmas, Eve!

Wednesday, November 17, 2021Glass of Wine, Glass of MilkA book review ofMerry Christmas, Eve!

Thursday, November 18, 2021The Fairview ReviewA book review ofMerry Christmas, Eve!

Friday, November 19, 2021The Momma SpotA book review ofMerry Christmas, Eve!

Monday, November 22, 2021Life Is What It’s CalledA book review ofMerry Christmas, Eve!

Tuesday, November 23, 2021J.R.s Book ReviewsA book review ofMerry Christmas, Eve!

Wednesday, November 24, 2021Twirling Book PrincessA book giveaway ofMerry Christmas, Eve!

Thursday, November 25, 2021Tales of A Wanna-Be SuperHero MomA book review ofMerry Christmas, Eve!

Friday, November 26, 2021Crafty Moms ShareA book review ofMerry Christmas, Eve!

Monday, November 29, 2021Satisfaction for Insatiable ReadersA book review ofMerry Christmas, Eve!

Tuesday, November 30, 2021icefairy’s Treasure ChestA book review ofMerry Christmas, Eve!

Wednesday, December 1, 2021Barbara Ann Mojica’s BlogA book review ofMerry Christmas, Eve!

Thursday, December 2, 2021Lisa’s ReadingA book review ofMerry Christmas, Eve!

Friday, December 3, 2021Confessions of a Book AddictA book giveaway ofMerry Christmas, Eve!

Monday, December 6, 2021Heart to HeartA book giveaway ofMerry Christmas, Eve!

Tuesday, December 7, 2021A Dream Within a DreamA book review ofMerry Christmas, Eve!

The Order of Time (The Order of Time Series Book 1)

Written by Scott P. Southall

Eleven-year-old twins, Edward and Anastasia could not be more different. They do share an affinity for visiting the Smithsonian. They develop a friendship with a curator, Dr. Gregorian.

While on a visit one day, the twins discover Dr. Greogrian passed out. Little do they know, they will soon be on a time travel adventure to ancient Egypt where they discover Dr. Gregorian is part of a secret society.

The siblings’ unique character differences shine as they thread their way through ancient Egypt and struggle to remove obstacles to survival. At the same time, they need to find a way out of the past to return to the present day. Suddenly, peer and school relationship challenges seem insignificant.

The author does a good job of character development and keeping the plot moving along. This is a compelling read combining history, time travel adventure, and coming-of-age struggles for middle-grade readers.

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How to Sell a Rock: A Fun Kidpreneur Story about Creative Problem Solving

Written by. J.K. McCoy

Illustrated by  Umair Najeeb Khan

Sebastian wants a skateboard, but his father says they don’t have extra money. Does Sebastian give up? No! He decides he will earn the money by selling something. But what? After deciding against his mother’s meatloaf, he comes up with the idea of selling rocks. He is disappointed when none of his neighbors are interested. So he paints them. Still no interest.

Sebastian refuses to give up. A mailman gives him an idea. Will Sebastian get his skateboard? Read about this amazing kidpreneur in this fun picture book. Recommended for readers five through eight.

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Fatechanger: Penny Lost

Written by L. M. Poplin

Penn is a fourteen-year old girl who knows her way around the streets of Boston. Clever and curious, she attends one of Boston’s finest public schools and loves the library. On the other hand, Penn has learned to be tough, she was born with a heart defect, and her father left suddenly when she was seven.

One day, Penn is off exploring the city when she meets an old woman who gives her a penny to make a wish on. When she gets into trouble for stealing and uses it, she is transported back to 1915.

Penn’s whole world is turned upside down. She is now an orphan who struggles to survive. Penn worries how she will survive without her medication and if she can get back home. Penn gets mixed up with thieves and gangs. She masquerades as a boy. All she really wants is to fit in and find a true friend.

Will her secret be discovered? Can she find a way back to the twenty-first century?

The author paints colorful characters that succeed in involving the reader emotionally. There are lots of twists and turns to keep readers actively engaged. Recommended for teens and adults.

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The Top Secret List to Becoming a Superhero

Created by Adisan Books

This book is recommended for children ages two through five. It teaches them that a superhero should focus on helping all members of the community through acts of kindness, empathy, making others happy, and treating others just the way you would like to be treated. A superhero does not need to perform herculean physical tasks.

The picture book is very short but gets the message across in easy-to-read speech bubbles with large colorful illustrations, reminiscent of a comic book format. It is a good introduction to digital citizenship and the building of strong community and family ties.

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Njinga of Ndongo

Written by Ekiuwe Aire

Illustrated by Natalia Popova

This beautifully written picture book is a wonderful addition to the library of late elementary and middle-school students. It relates the story of an African princess who became queen of two African kingdoms of the 1600s.

Njinga survived a difficult birth. After her father breathed life into her, he realized she was a survivor. Despite the jealousy of her older brother, Njinga succeeded in school and observed carefully. When her brother became king, she had to flee, but she returned when the country needed her.

This story is told simply yet eloquently. The illustrations are exquisite. There are beautiful maps, a timeline and historical facts that provide a plethora of information on African and Portuguese history.

I highly recommend the book to parents, teachers and librarians as a valuable reference book on medieval African history. It also provides a strong role model for young women who seek to be the future leaders of tomorrow.

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In partnership with The Children’s Book Review and David Horn

ABOUT THE BOOK

Eudora Space Kid

Written by David Horn

Ages 6-10 | 97 Pages

Publisher: David Horn | ISBN-13: 9781736677407

Publisher’s Synopsis: Eudora is a typical 3rd grader. A typical 3rd grader who lives on a 36 deck AstroLiner. In space. A normal girl adopted by what you might call… aliens. Her mom is a dog-like species named a Pox and runs the onboard jail (brig). Her dad is an octopus-like species from the planet Pow. She is a girl who has normal ambitions, like being the chief engineer on an AstroLiner.

Eudora is a girl who comes up with a plan to prove her worth by improving her AstroLiner’s engines and breaking all known speed records. Will she succeed and earn a promotion? Or will she end up in the brig? Again…

Brilliant for engaging emergent and early chapter book readers.

PURCHASE LINKS

https://amzn.to/3j0gaIn

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

David Horn is a huge science fiction fan. While his wife sometimes feels like they live in outer space, they really live in New Jersey with their two human daughters and one doggy daughter named Trixie. 

David loves reading science fiction books from both the old and new greats like Asimov, McDevitt, Scalzi, Howey, and more. He also loves reading his kids’ books like My Weird School, Just Grace, The Baby-Sitters Club, Ramona, and the list goes on.

David and his daughters also love watching sci-fi shows like Star Trek, Babylon 5, Stargate, and Star Wars. 

Eudora Space Kid started as stories he told his daughters at dinner.  They loved Eudora’s antics in space.  So now The Great Engine Room Takeover is his first book in the Eudora Space Kid early reader chapter book series.  He can’t wait for you to love Eudora’s stories too. 

For more information, visit https://www.eudoraspacekid.com/.

MY REVIEW OF THIS BOOK:

MISCHIEF AND MAYHEM

Eudora the Space Kid: The Great Engine Room Takeover

Written by David Horn

Illustrated by Talitha Shipman

This is the first book in a chapter book series sure to delight beginning readers, especially those interested in space travel.

Eudora is a third grader who has been adopted by animal creatures from another planet. She and her older sister, Molly are earth orphans. They live on a spaceship named the Athena, where they travel through the galaxies maintaining peace among the federation. Eudora loves science and experimentation. She constantly gets in trouble for “inventing” things. As the tale opens, she is on a class trip to the flight deck when she decides to fire the plasma cannons. Eudora is put in the brig, but her mother is soon willing to forgive her. On another occasion, Eudora is determined to break the record for traveling past the speed of light. Eudora is determined to become a member of the Astro Fleet command. Do you think she will succeed?

Lots of black and white illustrations enhance the large easy-to-read font for new readers. The dialogue is fun to read, and the plot moves along quickly. Quirky characters and humorous antics create a winning combination for the six to ten age group.

GIVEAWAY

Enter for a chance to win a copy of Eudora Space Kid and a $50 Barnes & Noble gift card!

One (1) grand prize winner receives: A signed copy of Eudora Space Kid and a $50 Barnes & Noble gift card.

Three (3) winners receive: A signed copy of Eudora Space Kid.

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TOUR SCHEDULE

Sunday, August 15, 2021The Children’s Book ReviewA book review ofEudora Space Kid: The Great Engine Room

Monday, August 16, 2021The Momma SpotA book review ofEudora Space Kid: The Great Engine Room

Tuesday, August 17, 2021Over Coffee ConversationA book review ofEudora Space Kid: The Great Engine Room

Wednesday, August 18, 2021Life Is What It’s CalledAn interview withDavid Horn

Thursday, August 19, 2021Glass of Wine, Glass of MilkAn interview withDavid Horn

Friday, August 20, 2021Satisfaction for Insatiable ReadersA book review ofEudora Space Kid: The Great Engine Room

Monday, August 23, 2021The Fairview ReviewA book review ofEudora Space Kid: The Great Engine Room

Tuesday, August 24, 2021Tales of a Wanna-Be SuperHero MomA book giveaway ofEudora Space Kid: The Great Engine Room

Wednesday, August 25, 2021Barbara Ann Mojica’s BlogA book review ofEudora Space Kid: The Great Engine Room

Thursday, August 26, 2021icefairy’s Treasure ChestA book review ofEudora Space Kid: The Great Engine Room

Friday, August 27, 2021Me Two BooksA book review ofEudora Space Kid: The Great Engine Room

Monday, August 30, 2021A Dream Within a DreamA book review ofEudora Space Kid: The Great Engine Room

Tuesday, August 31, 2021Some the WiserA book review ofEudora Space Kid: The Great Engine Room

Wednesday, September 1, 2021Heart to HeartA book giveaway ofEudora Space Kid: The Great Engine Room

Thursday, September 2, 2021Library Lady’s Kid LitA book review ofEudora Space Kid: The Great Engine Room

Friday, September 3, 2021Lisa’s ReadingA book review ofEudora Space Kid: The Great Engine Room

Many people place value on educational success. Whether you feel it’s important to
attain socioeconomic status, increase earning power, or simply be more of a
well-rounded person, there are many arguments for pro-school attitudes.

From the start of a child’s beginning in school, when they are in preschool or
kindergarten, we can cultivate an attitude of success, growth, and eagerness in
them.

As they grow, their own success will depend more and more on themselves as they
make their own choices. However, there are some things you can do to make it more
likely they’ll succeed.

Routines and Daily Habits

For example:

• Bodybuilders’ routines involve going to the gym each day.
  
  
• A firefighter’s routine involves putting on gear and getting into the truck as quickly and safely as possible.

• Police officers have routines when clearing a crime scene.

• Garbage men have routines to pick up trash in the most methodical order as possible.

A routine for a child in school is no different. Explaining to your child that everyday professionals and jobs use routines is also important so they will understand the value in it.

The routine you choose for your child depends on your individual child, but basically involves setting aside a specific time of day and place for something related to their education.

What do successful school routines look like?

Consider these routines:

• Completing homework everyday after school at the kitchen table
  
  
• Writing down each subject’s homework in a daily journal or planner
  
  
• Eating a healthy breakfast each morning with your student and discussing school
  
  
• Asking your child about one or two important lessons they learned in school that day

Educational Check-In

While the singular job of a student is to go to school each day, the job of that student’s parent or caretaker is to help the student cultivate an attitude of learning. Despite the fact that we, as parents and guardians, have our own busy lives to deal with, it’s important to keep in mind that our children also are growing and learning.

There are many conversation starters revolving around school, and it is critical that parents set aside time each day to ask about school.

For example, you can ask:

• What happened in school
  
  
• How the school day went
  
  
• What they learned
  
  
• Whether anything was surprising
  
  
• Or even what grades they got on tests

For older students, having a more in-depth conversation related to the transfer of educational knowledge to the real world is important.

Value of Report Card Grades

Some parents choose to motivate their children with rewards for good grades. While there are arguments for and against giving a child money for earning an “A” or a “B” on a report card, this can be done in a responsible way.

The basic idea is to motivate them with external rewards, but then phase it out as they grow older and the motivation comes from within themselves.

Overall, there are certainly many things you can do to jumpstart the excitement and energy that students have for school. With parenting, there are no right or wrong answers and you can even devise your own system for motivating your student for success.
 

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Crow From the Shadow (Parent-Child-Connect (P2C) Book 1)

Written of Olaolu Ogunyemi

Illustrated by Joshua Ogunyemi

Crow is a bird that possesses a high level of intelligence. He wants to push himself to his limits. Perhaps he will be an architect, a superstar athlete, or a military genius. Unfortunately, self-doubt in the form of the shadow is always lurking in the background telling him that he cannot succeed.

Children and adults are so often held back by nagging self-doubts. This beautifully illustrated book urges us to aspire to our best and see the possibilities for success not the fears of failure. There is a wonderful opportunity to continue the discussion with parents and teachers by using the discussion questions. In addition, the information section about crows is highly informative.

Recommended for upper elementary school and middle-school-age students.

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In partnership with The Children’s Book Review and Script Novel Publishing LLC

ABOUT THE BOOK

Bizzy Bzzz the Bee and Grandpa’s Tea

Written by Travis Peagler

Illustrated by Blueberry Illustrations

Ages 4-8 | 32 Pages

Publisher: Script Novel Publishing | ISBN-13: 978-1732563551

Publisher’s Synopsis: Every morning at seven o’ three, I wake up just in time to watch Grandpa play with Bizzy Bzzz the Bee.

Bizzy Bzzz the Bee and Grandpa’s Tea is reading made fun. Told through the eyes of a child, this is an entertaining story about a boy who gets a good laugh watching Grandpa’s encounter with a bee every morning while trying to enjoy his cup of tea. Teetering on the edge of frustration, Grandpa has a heightened escalation with Bizzy.

The boy comes up with a quick solution that allows Grandpa to enjoy his morning tea and lets Bizzy stay. It’s safe to say, the Grandson saved the day. This story has playful rhyme, problem solving, and is sure to put a smile on faces of children every time.

Bizzy Bzzz zips around Grandpa’s head three times and makes him dizzy. It’s funny when his eyes cross. He looks so silly.

PURCHASE LINKS

https://amzn.to/3ofsV3K

https://bookshop.org/a/2078/9781732563551

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Travis Peagler is a unique individual, being the youngest of seven kids, raised partially in low-income apartments on the East side of Dayton, Ohio, until the age of nine. Humble beginnings growing up in a somewhat multi-racial neighborhood gave Travis an inimitable perspective on life at an incredibly young age.

His imagination has always been his outlet. Thinking back to grade-school when he was in an uncomfortable situation or when he didn’t handle conflict well, Travis would always replay the scene again in his mind where things played out the way he wished. An innate defense mechanism, he assumes, which led to the discovery of his extraordinary talent.

Be sure to leave Travis a book review. You also can keep up with Travis for future promotions, giveaways, and etc., at the following:

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MY REVIEW OF THE BOOK

LENDING A HELPING HAND

Bizzy Bzzz the Bee and Grandpa’s Tea

Written by Travis Peagler

Illustrated by Blueberry Illustrations

Grandpa’s trouble with a pesky bee is narrated by his clever, young grandson. Every morning, Grandpa sits on the porch with his dog, Sparks, and his tea. He repeats the scenario every evening. Poor Grandpa is troubled by a pesky bee. His grandson decides to do something about the pesky visitor. One evening the boy comes up with an ingenious solution and saves the day.

This short multicultural rhyming picture book teaches children kindness and empathy toward others. It is a touching tale of a loving Christian boy and his grandpa. Elementary grade readers will chuckle at the bee’s antics and the boy’s efforts to save the day. Recommended as a bedtime story or family read-aloud.

GIVEAWAY

Enter for a chance to win a copy of Bizzy Bzzz the Bee and Grandpa’s Tea and a $100 Visa gift card!

One (1) grand prize winner receives:

• A copy of Bizzy Bzzz the Bee and Grandpa’s Tea
• A $100 Visa gift card

Six (6) winners receive:

• A copy of Bizzy Bzzz the Bee and Grandpa’s Tea

The giveaway begins May 24, 2021, at 12:01 A.M. MT and ends June 24, 2021, at 11:59 P.M. MT.

Click here for the entry form: http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/3d5cb282232/?

TOUR SCHEDULE

Monday, May 24, 2021The Children’s Book ReviewA book review ofBizzy Bzzz the Bee and Grandpa’s Tea

Tuesday, May 25, 2021Life Is What It’s CalledAn interview withTravis Peagler

Wednesday, May 26, 2021Barbara Ann Mojica’s BlogA book review ofBizzy Bzzz the Bee and Grandpa’s Tea

Thursday, May 27, 2021Satisfaction for Insatiable ReadersA book review ofBizzy Bzzz the Bee and Grandpa’s Tea

Friday, May 28, 2021Heart to HeartA book review ofBizzy Bzzz the Bee and Grandpa’s Tea

Monday, May 31, 2021The Fairview ReviewA book review ofBizzy Bzzz the Bee and Grandpa’s Tea

Tuesday, June 1, 2021J.R.s Book ReviewsA book review ofBizzy Bzzz the Bee and Grandpa’s Tea

Wednesday, June 2, 2021Crafty Moms ShareA book review ofBizzy Bzzz the Bee and Grandpa’s Tea

Thursday, June 3, 2021Lisa’s ReadingA book review ofBizzy Bzzz the Bee and Grandpa’s Tea

Monday, June 7, 2021Over Coffee ConversationAn interview withTravis Peagler

Tuesday, June 8, 2021icefairy’s Treasure ChestA book review ofBizzy Bzzz the Bee and Grandpa’s Tea