Category: Book Review

August 2, 2021 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

The First Splish Splash by Lotta D. Todd

The First Splish Splash depicts how a young boy, who has never been swimming, has a dream that evolves into a real-life pool adventure. He wants to pursue his dream, but bravery and courage are necessary to take the first step. Without courage, he cannot make the first splish splash. Join him on his pool adventure to see if he has what it takes to make his dream come true.

July 31, 2021 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

I’m Not Afraid! by Kyle Moray

Sammy goes to bed, but is awakened by a scary sound! Is it a monster? Is it a ghost? He is brave and looks for the monster himself. He learns how to conquer his fear and finds that things aren’t always what they appear. This book teaches children how to have courage when they may be scared. It uses humor to diffuse scary situations. Perfect for bedtime readers

July 30, 2021 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

A Note to My Black Daughter… by Toya L. Adams-Driscal MEd.

A Note to My Black Daughter… is a positive, encouraging and inspiring note to our Black Daughters from their Moms. Being blessed to be chosen as the Mother of a Black Girl is an amazing feeling because Black Women are as magical as unicorns! It is extremely important to encourage our Daughters because the Black Woman has always been the least protected person in society. With that being said, it is important and very necessary that in a world that mistreats, abuses and tries to destroy them at every turn, they are able to find some confidence, support, solace and peace; what better way to offer them that then by sharing a note specifically addressed to them from the Woman who loves them the most?

July 29, 2021 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

A Note to My Black Son… by Toya L. Adams-Driscal MEd.

In these times, it is important that we are able to find encouragement, positivity and inspiration any place that we can. A Note to My Black Son… is a positive, encouraging and inspiring note to our Black Sons from their Moms. As I’m sure you are already aware, the relationship between a Mother and her Son is a very close and unique bond that is unparalleled with any other relationship that you will experience.

July 28, 2021 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

The Mini Adventures of Danny and the Deployer by Juanda Bryant

In this book, Danny finds out that Dad is being deployed and may be gone for a while. Dad gives Danny a special toy before he leaves. It is a Deployer! With the Deployer, Danny can go on mini adventures to help him understand what Dad does in the military. Let’s see what adventures these two get into in The Mini Adventures of Danny and the Deployer

July 28, 2021 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

Operation Care Package by Juanda Bryant

The sequel to the first Adventures of Danny and the Deployer book, in this new book “Operation Care Package,” Dad is now deployed and another adventure begins.

Danny and the Deployer have to put together a care package. What is in the care package? Why is it classified?

Meet Danny’s new friends and join in with them on this adventure!

July 27, 2021 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

Pamplemousse by K Monahan

Pamplemousse loves to surf!

When entering the big surfing contest turns out to be harder than he thought, Pamplemousse must find a new way to keep doing what he loves.

Pamplemousse is a tale about a surf-loving goat whose emotional journey shows children what it means to persevere and stay true to yourself.

July 26, 2021 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

Weeping & Willow: Stand Up to Bullies by Kristie Mae Sawatzky

Willow has a beautiful backyard she loves to play in. There are tall oak trees, fruit trees, lilac trees and one special tree that is different from all the rest. One day, Willow hears something strange coming from her backyard. It’s the sound of someone crying! What happens next will teach Willow a powerful lesson about how words can hurt, and how important it is to see the beauty in being different. It’s a lesson she’ll take with her when she goes to school and faces bullies on the playground. In a lovely pairing of poetry and prose, Weeping & Willow: Stand up to Bullies gently empowers children to believe in themselves in the face of bullies.

July 26, 2021 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

Imagine Life Without African-American Inventors Charron Monaye

Imagine Life Without African American Inventors is a beautifully illustrated children’s book about inventions that has become the fabric of our everyday lives. Children will learn that some things that we may take for granted – from the components in a cell phone, streetlights, mailbox, hairbrush, potato chips, ironing board to the home security system – were created by African American men and women. As Michelle and Mr. Kentrell’s class learn about these inventors, they are asked to image life without African Americans.

July 25, 2021 by Kidliomag 0 Comments

Michelle Goes To Congress by Charron Monaye

Michelle is excited to visit the U.S. Capitol with her class! The students are fascinated by Congress and how it works. Not only are they eager to learn more about the House, Senate and their functions, but excited to show off what they’ve already learned. Will the class impress their teacher – Mr. Cauley, and their tour guide with their knowledge, and what other exciting facts will they learn about our democracy?