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Saturday, April 18, 2015 1:29:31 AM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled The 39 Clues third book available today:
Laurie said, "The Sword Thief, the third book in The 39 Clues series, was released today, March 3. The 39 Clues is a new mystery series from Scholastic that will be a 10-book, website-linked event. The characters in the..." more
Saturday, April 18, 2015 1:29:31 AM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled Skippyjon Jones is a rollicking good read:
Laurie said, "If you have kids in the 8-and-under set, you’ve got to check out the SkippyjonJones books by Judith Schachner. These are outrageously silly books about a Siamese cat with colossal ears who thinks he is a..." more
Saturday, April 18, 2015 1:29:30 AM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled Ivy + Bean = spunky early chapter books:
Laurie said, "If you are looking for something for your early chapter book reader that has a little more spunk to it then much of the saccharine sweet stuff out there, check out the Ivy + Bean series by Annie Barrows. They are..." more
Saturday, April 18, 2015 1:29:30 AM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled Rainy day books to cozy up to:
Laurie said, "It looks like Seattle and the rest of the Pacific Northwest is due for another soggy weekend. If you have stomped all the rain puddles you can stand, it would be a good time to curl up with some cozy..." more
Saturday, April 18, 2015 1:29:29 AM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled Artemis Fowl; an Irish character for St. Patrick's Day:
Laurie said, "With St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner, this is a good opportunity to review some books that may not be strictly St. Patrick’s Day oriented, but are at least related to Ireland in some..." more
Saturday, April 18, 2015 1:29:28 AM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled Picture books to help celebrate St. Patrick's Day:
Laurie said, "With St. Patrick’s Day a week away, it is a great excuse to pull out some fun leprechaun and fairy picture books. I love using holidays as a chance to introduce or remind my kids about another history..." more
Saturday, April 18, 2015 1:29:28 AM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled Ideas to ease bedtime book battles:
Laurie said, "Bedtime can be a battle for many families. Some children seem to resist the idea of sleep like a cat resists water. They will do anything to drag out the process, including taking two and a half days to pick..." more
Saturday, April 18, 2015 1:29:25 AM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled Picture books to welcome spring:
Laurie said, "Spring is coming—at least by the calendar. Friday, March 20 marks the beginning of spring, whether our Seattle skies look like it or not. Below are some books to help celebrate, our maybe for the Pacific Northwest, encourage..." more
Saturday, April 18, 2015 1:29:20 AM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled 100 Cupboards opens door on new fantasy series:
Laurie said, "If your 9 year old or up is looking for a good book, 100 Cupboards by N. D. Wilson is a fun and unique beginning to this new mystery/fantasy series.The story is about a twelve-year..." more
Saturday, April 18, 2015 1:29:13 AM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled Henry and Mudge: a gentle transition to early chapter books:
Laurie said, "The transition from short easy readers to chapter books can take place anywhere from first to third grade. It can be a difficult transition for some who are not confident in their skills, or a real reward for others who..." more
Saturday, April 18, 2015 1:28:30 AM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled The Very Hungry Caterpillar turns 40:
Laurie said, "Friday is not only the first day of spring, it is the 40th anniversary of The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle. It is hard to believe that this ravenous little critter has been chomping his way through pages..." more
Saturday, April 18, 2015 1:28:25 AM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled Picture books with great girl characters:
Laurie said, "As women’s history month draws to an end, I thought this would be a good opportunity to mention a few books that I think have great female role models for our girls. Today I will highlight a..." more
Saturday, April 18, 2015 1:28:21 AM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled Great girls in early chapter books:
Laurie said, "Like I said yesterday, as Women’s History month draws to a close, I wanted to use this week to review a few books that are about inspiring women or girls, whether real or imagined. Yesterday I reviewed..." more
Saturday, April 18, 2015 1:28:19 AM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled Chapter books to inspire our girls:
Laurie said, "With Women’s History Month nearing it’s end, here are some chapter books that will help our little women remember that women can be strong and clever and confident, maybe even a little mischievous.Esperanza Rising by..." more
Saturday, April 18, 2015 1:28:17 AM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled Free events at Seattle public libraries:
Laurie said, "This Saturday, March 28, 2009, there are a couple of great events going on in Seattle’s public libraries.Harriet Tubman comes to the Lake City Branch from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Karol Brown..." more
Saturday, April 18, 2015 1:28:15 AM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled Magic Tree House: great adventures for early chapter readers:
Laurie said, "I know I may be preaching to the choir on this one, but I just can’t write about early chapter books without singing the praises of the Magic Tree House series. These books are the Harry Potter of..." more
Saturday, April 18, 2015 1:28:13 AM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled New Fancy Nancy heads outside:
Laurie said, "The newest Fancy Nancy hits the stores today. Fancy Nancy: Explorer Extraordinaire! is the latest adventure for Nancy, and this time she goes outside.This successful character is a little girl who believes that fancy is best. She is a..." more
Saturday, April 18, 2015 1:28:09 AM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled Picture books for Easter and all year:
Laurie said, "With the present economy, we all need to get more bang for our buck, even with books. So for holidays, I like to give my kids books that are relevant to the season, but to make them more accessible..." more
Friday, April 17, 2015 8:23:22 PM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled Deeper: too dark and violent for intended audience:
Laurie said, "Tunnels, by Roderick Gordon and Brian Williams, is an adventure/fantasy book that delves under the earth’s surface to a hidden civilization. It is an intriguing story with a likeable main character, Will Burrows. I enjoyed this book..." more
Friday, April 17, 2015 8:23:22 PM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled Spring cleaning your book collection:
Laurie said, "Books take up a lot of room, but if you are like me and thousands of others, you just can’t turn loose of an old friend—you’ve got to have your own copy..." more
Friday, April 17, 2015 8:23:22 PM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled Mr. Putter and Tabby make transition to chapter books fun:
Laurie said, "Mr. Putter and Tabby are a loveable set of characters dreamed up by the fabulous Cynthia Rylant. The Mr. Putter and Tabby books are great transitional readers for kids ready for chapter books but not quite ready for a big..." more
Friday, April 17, 2015 8:23:22 PM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled Books to help children with pet loss:
Laurie said, "With spring popping out all over, it is not a time that most people dwell on death. But death doesn’t always pay attention to the season and can happen at any time. For many children, the loss of..." more
Friday, April 17, 2015 8:23:22 PM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled Great books for garden season:
Laurie said, "The sun is out in Seattle—it must be garden time! Time to start thinking of seeds and tiny shoots of wonder sprouting from the ground. Most kids love plants and dirt and planting and dirt and, well, anything..." more
Friday, April 17, 2015 8:23:22 PM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled Considering Columbine: communication is still parent's best tool:
Laurie said, "With the anniversary of the tragedy at Columbine, comes the reminder to all parents that kids are not always in the safe idyllic world that we like to imagine. I still vividly remember holding my firstborn son, who was still..." more
Saturday, April 18, 2015 1:29:32 AM
Laurie Mayhew wrote a blog post titled Children's books and the great Lloyd Alexander:
Laurie said, "Keeping your kids reading is a challenge for some and keeping them reading good literature is a challenge for most. But children’s literature does not have to be synonymous with boring or rude. There are many well-written..." more