Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl
I love this book, because it entertained all three of my children (ages 3, 5, and 9) when we read it out loud together. Willy Wonka opens...
Nov 24, 2011
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson
Halmark's made for TV movie has made the story of the Herdmans well known, but the book is even more priceless and touching than the...
Nov 24, 2011
Stink: The Incredible Shrinking Kid by Megan McDonald
Younger brother to Judy Moody, Stink is a perfect character for boys new to chapter books. He is witty and fun like his sister, and has...
Oct 28, 2011
Judy Moody by Megan McDonald
Judy Moody is a spunky and witty young girl who finds adventure in everyday life. Kids relate to her adventures and the writing is clear...
Oct 28, 2011
The Ordinary Princess by M.M. Kaye
In classic fairy tale style, M.M. Kaye presents the story of a princess blessed by her fairy godmother to be ordinary. When Princess Amy...
Oct 28, 2011
Mercy Watson Thinks Like a Pig by Kate DiCamillo
The Mercy Watson series is easy to read with subtle adult-like humor as well as not-so-subtle kid humor.
Oct 26, 2011
Poppleton Everyday by Cynthia Rylant
Poppleton is one of my favorite characters ever. With easy to read words and endearing illustrations, Poppleton is great for the whole...
Oct 26, 2011
Henry And Mudge First Book by Cynthia Rylant
The stories of Henry and his dog Mudge are simple and entertaining.
Oct 26, 2011
Stone Fox by John Reynolds Gardiner
This is an inspiring story about a boy and his dog, but be prepared for a tear jerker. If your reader is overly sensitive, it might not...
Oct 26, 2011
Legend Of Spud Murphy by Eoin Colfer
Eoin Colfer's humor in this series hits home with young boys. He tells absurd stories, but believable enough that kids can relate to them.
Oct 26, 2011