Category: Book Review

April 9, 2023 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

Celeste Saves the City by Courtney Kelly

Celeste Saves the City pulls readers into the life of a young girl forced to leave her beloved home as Hurricane Katrina threatens to flood New Orleans. Determined to make a difference in the future, she sets her sights on becoming a civil engineer and Celeste figures out how to protect the wetlands that slow down flood waters during bad storms and hurricanes.

April 6, 2023 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

Poo-Dunit? by Katelyn Aronson

Sniff, sniff! went Mouse. Whiff, whiff! went Mouse.
“Who left this poo outside my house? I must undo this mystery. Poo-dunit?”

April 4, 2023 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

Five Worlds Apart: Luke’s First Adventure by K Harper

Join Luke as he begins to discover who he truly is and what he is capable of when put under pressure.

Luke caught his fist just inches from his face and grabbed hold of the boy’s wrist with both of his hands. From the floor, where he still lay, Mark watched on, mesmerised as Luke started to swing the boy around in circles, like an Olympic hammer. The boy went flying as Luke released him and landed with a thud onto the grass.

April 3, 2023 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

Harmony Dances On by Mandy Woolf

When Harmony’s mummy dies, the pain is worse than any Ouchy she has ever had and it won’t go away. Then she stumbles on something special of mummy’s and its comfort helps her navigate the difficult journey through grief. ​​​​​​​This heart-warming story helps children understand the grieving process in an open and gentle way.

April 1, 2023 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

Sadie Sasquatch Goes to School by C. James Sweeney

Have you ever seen a Sasquatch go to school? Well, Sadie is a Sasquatch, and she is so excited to start her first day of school. But, she will quickly learn that the way Sasquatches behave in the wild may not always be appropriate for the classroom!

March 31, 2023 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

Julius and Vactor Truck’s Adventures by Julie Ulibarri

Julius, Zeus, Poseidon, and Pepper are four best friends who have wonderful adventures together. Julius loves different types of trucks, tractors, and recreational vehicles. When the group meets Vactor Truck, Julius is excited to learn about the important jobs these trucks do every day. Join the group as they ride scooters at the skate park and help Mama in her vegetable garden.

March 29, 2023 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

The Ogre of Itawan by Mark Kibbe, Susan Kibbe

Alex and Jessie find an old globe in the closet of Jessie’s new room. While they examine it, they are transported to a fantastic world filled with gnomes, fairies, and terrible ogres. But the way home is not easily reached. Will Alex and Jessie find their way back home? Or, will they be trapped forever in a world of fantasy and magic?

March 28, 2023 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

How to Lose a Bad Mood by Natalie S. Blackman

Ever been in bad mood? Felt grumpy, sad, or angry? Had a day that wasn’t going right? How do you get rid of big feelings? Do you hide them? Do you fight them? What do you do?

Explore how to handle those not so good days with How to Lose a Bad Mood. It’s the perfect children’s book to promote emotional intelligence.

March 27, 2023 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

Zion the Magnificent and the Frightful First Day of School by Imeisha Williams

This tale takes you on a mystical journey of overcoming fear while meeting new magical friends along
the way. When kindergartner, Adam, is too afraid of going to school for the first time, the magic within
him takes him to a whimsical land, Peach Tree Falls, where he meets a tiny fairy wizard, Zion the
Magnificent. The pair quickly become best friends. While gliding through the blue skies of Peach Tree
Falls, Zion reassures Adam that it’s ok to be afraid sometimes. After an eventful tour of the land, Adam is
ready to return home to his twin sister Abigail and his parents. Adam conquered his frightful first day of
school by his sister’s side and learned a valuable lesson of self-confidence with a touch of magic.

March 27, 2023 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

Let’s Embark! Leave Your Mark! by Richelle M Hudson

“Now here is a secret you should know; you don’t have to follow the ‘status quo.’ You may feel pressure, and that’s ok. You’re going to leave your mark someday!”

Embark on an exciting adventure with a zany cast of characters who explore, discover and inspire young minds to dream, imagine and think BIG! Readers will learn that believing in themselves, being kind to others, and remaining hopeful is the key to achieving their greatest goals.