Category: Book Review

June 3, 2024 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

Bertie and the Garden of Wonders by Mandy Woolf

Bertie the beachball feels invisible and alone. He wishes he had a friend to share his dreams and adventures. One day, he finds himself in a beautiful garden, where he meets Puff Ball, a dandelion who wants to fly with the wind.

Together, they explore the garden’s wonders – and its dangers – learning that friendship can blossom in the most unexpected places.

Join Bertie and Puff Ball in this lovely story of bravery and loyalty between an unlikely pair of friends!

June 2, 2024 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

The Magic Nanny: What’s for dinner? by Wanda Taylor

The Magic Nanny is a captivating children’s book series about a nanny with extraordinary abilities.

In “What’s for Dinner?” twins Ismail and Isaac are convinced that their nanny is magical! That’s because she always seems to know everything, even things that happen when she’s not present!

May 29, 2024 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

The Sorry Seeds by Tina Shepardson

Saying the words “I’m sorry” isn’t always easy and sometimes words alone don’t feel like enough. But with a courageous heart, finding a way to ask for forgiveness can make even rotten feelings grow into something sweet. With illustrations that reflect the warmth and emotional depth of the story, young readers will look to this book as a reminder of the power within themselves to make positive choices even when it feels hard to do so. It’s an excellent tool for caregivers and educators to open a discussion on making mistakes and asking for forgiveness, and will be a welcome addition to any library or classroom collection.

May 24, 2024 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

The Imaginary Adventures of Outer Backyard by Iqra Hanif Vakil

She is a curious young girl with a magical backyard that serves as a portal to a secret planet. Here, one can befriend alligators, master spells, and embark on daring quests filled with enchanting mermaids, enigmatic forests, and surprising wonders.

May 23, 2024 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

Pop-Pop Smells Funny but We Love Him Anyway by John R Buchta

A skunk, a spicy meatball and a loaded diaper…..

In this novelty picture book, lovable Pop-Pop gets into some very stinky situations.

• What happens when Pop-Pop takes out the trash? EEK!
• Is there too much garlic in Pop-Pop’s meatballs? Oh Boy!!
• Will Pop-Pop be able to handle Baby’s diaper change? Pee-Poo!!

May 22, 2024 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

Walkout by Tina Shepardson

Inspired by a true story, WALKOUT shows democracy in action as Maddie organizes a safe school’s anti-violence walkout. Other kids throughout the States are walking out. But Maddie’s principal has announced that only older grades can participate. At the same time, Maddie’s best friend Stella is too scared to help. Can Stella find her courage and join Maddie in walking out?

May 22, 2024 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

Just As It Is! by Janice Kenyatta

Self love and self image is everything! The love of others begin with the love of one’s self. If we can’t or don’t love any part of ourselves, we may hesitate to love others.

This is a story of a little African American girl whose parents inspired her early in life to love and appreciate her natural features, including her hair, just as it is!……….AND to accept and appreciate those same differences in others from all ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

May 20, 2024 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

Jane Escapes to the Jungle of Individuality by Jennifer Nestor

This heartfelt adventure follows a young girl named Jane as she tries to navigate the challenge of feeling different in her own skin while experiencing bullying at school. Though she is soft-spoken and quirky on the outside, she struggles on the inside—desperately wanting to belong. Escaping from an uncomfortable moment on the school bus, Jane has a vivid daydream where she enters the Jungle of Individuality: a place filled with animals who all have unique characteristics just like herself. As she embarks on an incredible journey of self-discovery with some new friends, she quickly realizes her individuality is something she should embrace while also learning self-compassion and to be brave when things get tough.

May 13, 2024 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

Harvest Time: Lindie Lou Adventure by Jeanne Bender

Lindie Lou had no idea what an organic farm was like. While visiting Cousin Ronda’s farm she discovers a whole new way of living.

Lindie Lou learns the importance of farming, meets up with family and friends, and the adventure begins!

May 12, 2024 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

Yara Moon and The Unexpected Gift by Blake Denson

What is The Unexpected Gift? With love, patients, and each other, a loving Mommy and Daddy navigate life with their daughter. Early on in her life the parents were told of her unexpected gift of Down Syndrome. Their lives would be forever changed.