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The Best Little Monkeys in the World – Natalie Standiford

The Best Little Monkeys in the World by Natalie Standiford is a “Step into Reading” book, recommended for 1st through 3rd graders. The charming plot and illustrations also make it a great book to read aloud. Marvin and Mary are too little monkeys who live in a house on stilts in the jungle. Their parents are going out and have asked a teenaged monkey named Judy to babysit for them. Mary and Marvin are excited because Judy lets them do anything they want. Their mother tells them to be good; Judy assures her that her children are “the best little … Continue reading →

Media Week in Review – June 22nd – June 30th

After the Rains by Deborah Raney is book about a teenage missionary, a car accident, and redemption. The Confession is by well known Beverly Lewis and is about an Amish family, secrets, and shuning. “Firstborn” by Robin Lee Hatcher is a Christian novel about an unplanned pregnancy, lifelong secrets, and forgiveness. “Dragonflight” is a popular science fiction book by Anne McCaffrey. For picture books, consider Treasure Hunt by Allan Ahlberg, a charming book about what and who are really treasures in our lives. “Blueberries for Sal” is a classic and well-loved picture book about a little girl, her mother, and … Continue reading →

Cam Jansen and the Mystery of the Television Dog – David Adler

Finding books that bridge the gap between picture books and chapter books is sometimes a challenge. My own children loved the Cam Jansen books. They are short mysteries that have a black and white drawing every few pages. The books are fast reads and make great bridge books for children as they move from picture books to longer stories. It’s also nice to get children interested in a series. Cam Jansen’s real name is Jennifer Jansen. She earned the nickname “Camera” when people found out about her amazing photograph memory. “Camera” got shorted to “Cam”. She even says “click” when … Continue reading →