animals Archives - Redeemed Reader https://redeemedreader.com/tag/animals/ Kids' Books. Culture. Christ. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 20:29:25 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://redeemedreader.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/cropped-favicon-32x32.png animals Archives - Redeemed Reader https://redeemedreader.com/tag/animals/ 32 32 The Birds of Christmas by Olivia Armstrong https://redeemedreader.com/the-birds-of-christmas-by-olivia-armstrong/ https://redeemedreader.com/the-birds-of-christmas-by-olivia-armstrong/#respond Mon, 17 Nov 2025 08:26:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=45212 The Birds of Christmas want to honor the birth of Jesus in their own special way in this sweet folktale.

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Saving Sorya: Chang and the Sun Bear by Trang Nguyen https://redeemedreader.com/saving-sorya-chang-and-the-sun-bear-by-trang-nguyen/ https://redeemedreader.com/saving-sorya-chang-and-the-sun-bear-by-trang-nguyen/#respond Tue, 07 Oct 2025 20:16:15 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=44696 A young Vietnamese wildlife Conservationist sets out on a quest to help one special sun bear return to the rainforest in Saving Sorya, a vibrant graphic novel for middle grade readers.

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*The Black Mambas: The World’s First All-Woman Anti-Poaching Unit by Kelly Crull https://redeemedreader.com/the-black-mambas-the-worlds-first-all-woman-anti-poaching-unit-by-kelly-crull/ https://redeemedreader.com/the-black-mambas-the-worlds-first-all-woman-anti-poaching-unit-by-kelly-crull/#respond Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:39:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=44702 Young readers are introduced to The Black Mambas: The World's First All Women Anti-poaching Unit.

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It Is Okay by Ye Guo https://redeemedreader.com/it-is-okay-by-ye-guo/ https://redeemedreader.com/it-is-okay-by-ye-guo/#respond Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:37:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=44707 Two unlikely friends discover It Is Okay to have both common interests and differences.

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Fly Like a Bird by Olga Ptashnik https://redeemedreader.com/fly-like-a-bird-by-olga-ptashnik/ https://redeemedreader.com/fly-like-a-bird-by-olga-ptashnik/#respond Mon, 29 Sep 2025 08:07:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=44746 A little chickadee wonders how to fly like a bird in this well-illustrated picture book from Spain.

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Consider the Birds by Jennifer Grant https://redeemedreader.com/consider-the-birds-by-jennifer-grant/ https://redeemedreader.com/consider-the-birds-by-jennifer-grant/#respond Mon, 29 Sep 2025 07:31:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=44740 This gentle picture book invites young children to consider the birds ... and then consider how much God cares for his people, too.

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*Ribbit! The Truth About Frogs by Annette Whipple https://redeemedreader.com/ribbit-the-truth-about-frogs-by-annette-whipple/ https://redeemedreader.com/ribbit-the-truth-about-frogs-by-annette-whipple/#respond Tue, 23 Sep 2025 10:17:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=44646 Ribbit! The Truth about Frogs is an engaging nonfiction picture book that answers lots of good questions and helps the reader admire these fascinating amphibians.

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*Kitten Red, Yellow, Blue by Peter Catalanotto https://redeemedreader.com/kitten-red-yellow-blue-by-peter-catalanotto/ https://redeemedreader.com/kitten-red-yellow-blue-by-peter-catalanotto/#respond Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=44643 Kitten Red, Yellow, Blue is a very fun picture book that plays with color while showing the activities of sixteen kittens who serve alongside their owners in the community.

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*The Heart of Adventure (Mistmantle Chronicles) https://redeemedreader.com/the-heart-of-adventure-mistmantle-chronicles/ https://redeemedreader.com/the-heart-of-adventure-mistmantle-chronicles/#comments Thu, 04 Sep 2025 15:13:46 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=44489 The Mistmantle Chronicles is an action-packed and beautifully written series of five books that follow the adventures of Urchin, a young and brave red squirrel with an unknown past . . . and a cool sword. 

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*Frog’s Rainy-Day Story and Other Fables by Michael James Dowling https://redeemedreader.com/frogs-rainy-day-story-and-other-fables-by-michael-james-dowling/ https://redeemedreader.com/frogs-rainy-day-story-and-other-fables-by-michael-james-dowling/#respond Fri, 08 Aug 2025 08:26:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=44253 Frog’s Rainy Day Story is a collection of modern-day fables exposing contemporary follies in an amusing and discussion-worthy way.

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*Joyful Noise: Poems for Two Voices by Paul Fleischman https://redeemedreader.com/joyful-noise-poems-for-two-voices-by-paul-fleischman/ https://redeemedreader.com/joyful-noise-poems-for-two-voices-by-paul-fleischman/#respond Wed, 30 Jul 2025 15:43:31 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=44205 Joyful Noise is just what the title indicates: a joyful noise in delightful poetry form. Bonus: it's all about bugs.

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Fox Series by Corey R. Tabor https://redeemedreader.com/fox-series-by-corey-r-tabor/ https://redeemedreader.com/fox-series-by-corey-r-tabor/#respond Fri, 11 Jul 2025 10:39:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=43315 Fox is a quirky but lovable character whose stories are perfect for children who are just learning to read.

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God’s Little Oceanographer by Tina Cho https://redeemedreader.com/gods-little-oceanographer-by-tina-cho/ https://redeemedreader.com/gods-little-oceanographer-by-tina-cho/#respond Wed, 25 Jun 2025 16:46:06 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=43882 God's Little Oceanographer invites children to wonder at both God's magnificent creation and at the Creator Himself.

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Animals of the National Parks by Fifty-Nine Parks https://redeemedreader.com/animals-of-the-national-parks-by-fifty-nine-parks/ https://redeemedreader.com/animals-of-the-national-parks-by-fifty-nine-parks/#respond Wed, 25 Jun 2025 15:21:56 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=43844 Animals of the National Parks is a fun themed alphabet book for National Park lovers.

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Tea Party Rules by Ame Dyckman and K. G. Campbell https://redeemedreader.com/tea-party-rules-by-ame-dyckman-and-k-g-campbell/ https://redeemedreader.com/tea-party-rules-by-ame-dyckman-and-k-g-campbell/#respond Fri, 13 Jun 2025 15:21:29 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=43464 Tea Party Rules is a picture book for anyone who loves bears, tea, or just a fun story.

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Vacation: Three and a Half Stories by Ame Dyckman https://redeemedreader.com/vacation-three-and-a-half-stories-by-amy-dyckman/ https://redeemedreader.com/vacation-three-and-a-half-stories-by-amy-dyckman/#respond Fri, 13 Jun 2025 10:51:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=43504 Geisel Award-winning Vacation is an easy reader about Bat, Cat, and Rat who want to take a vacation, but run into difficulties.

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*The King’s Cadets and Little Joe by Joe Sutphin and Kevan Chandler https://redeemedreader.com/the-kings-cadets-and-little-joe-by-joe-sutphin-and-kevan-chandler/ https://redeemedreader.com/the-kings-cadets-and-little-joe-by-joe-sutphin-and-kevan-chandler/#respond Fri, 30 May 2025 10:16:46 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=43477 The King's Cadets and Little Joe is a chapter book for fans of Little Pilgrim's Progress.

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Dalmartian: A Mars Rover’s Story by Lucy Cummins https://redeemedreader.com/dalmartian-a-mars-rovers-story-by-lucy-cummins/ https://redeemedreader.com/dalmartian-a-mars-rovers-story-by-lucy-cummins/#respond Wed, 14 May 2025 10:53:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=43439 A picture book about a dog, intergalactic travel, and friendship that has plenty of boy appeal.

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*Towed by Toad by Jashar Awan https://redeemedreader.com/towed-by-toad-by-jashar-awan/ https://redeemedreader.com/towed-by-toad-by-jashar-awan/#respond Fri, 02 May 2025 10:59:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=43268 Towed by Toad: Toad is busy helping other drivers, but sometimes the helper needs help.

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The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest by Aubrey Hartman https://redeemedreader.com/the-undead-fox-of-deadwood-forest-by-aubrey-hartman/ https://redeemedreader.com/the-undead-fox-of-deadwood-forest-by-aubrey-hartman/#respond Thu, 01 May 2025 13:01:07 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=43356 The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest is a thoughtful, touching, and gently humorous speculation about the afterlife.

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What a Character! Notable Lives from History by Marilyn Boyer https://redeemedreader.com/what-a-character-notable-lives-from-history-by-marilyn-boyer/ https://redeemedreader.com/what-a-character-notable-lives-from-history-by-marilyn-boyer/#respond Fri, 11 Apr 2025 10:14:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=43036 History lovers will enjoy the short biographies of notable historical figures in the What a Character! series from Master Books.

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*How Elegant the Elephant by Mary Ann Hoberman https://redeemedreader.com/how-elegant-the-elephant-by-mary-ann-hoberman/ https://redeemedreader.com/how-elegant-the-elephant-by-mary-ann-hoberman/#respond Tue, 01 Apr 2025 10:35:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=42962 How Elegant the Elephant teams a beloved poet with a Caldecott-honor author to create a winning collection of animal poems.

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Trouble Dog by Carol A. Foote https://redeemedreader.com/trouble-dog-by-carol-a-foote/ https://redeemedreader.com/trouble-dog-by-carol-a-foote/#respond Mon, 17 Mar 2025 07:32:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=42747 Trouble Dog is a fun nonfiction read to look for at your local library. Young dog owners will especially enjoy!

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My Presentation Today Is about the Anaconda by Bibi Dumon Tak https://redeemedreader.com/my-presentation-today-is-about-the-anaconda-by-bibi-dumon-tuk/ https://redeemedreader.com/my-presentation-today-is-about-the-anaconda-by-bibi-dumon-tuk/#respond Tue, 11 Mar 2025 10:30:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=42811 Animals give school-style presentations about other animals. Guess whose Presentation Today Is about the Anaconda?

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Counting Winter by Nancy White Carlstrom https://redeemedreader.com/counting-winter-by-nancy-white-carlstrom/ https://redeemedreader.com/counting-winter-by-nancy-white-carlstrom/#respond Mon, 03 Mar 2025 10:48:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=42739 Counting Winter is a clever picture book that manages to mix counting, nature study, and poetry into one irresistible wintry package.

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The Most Beautiful Winter by Cristina Sitja Rubio https://redeemedreader.com/the-most-beautiful-winter-by-cristina-sitja-rubio/ https://redeemedreader.com/the-most-beautiful-winter-by-cristina-sitja-rubio/#respond Mon, 03 Mar 2025 09:42:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=42726 The Most Beautiful Winter celebrates new friends, creativity, and seasonal delights.

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The Girl Who Lost a Leopard by Nizrana Farook https://redeemedreader.com/the-girl-who-lost-a-leopard-by-nizrana-farook/ https://redeemedreader.com/the-girl-who-lost-a-leopard-by-nizrana-farook/#respond Fri, 28 Feb 2025 23:14:58 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=42758 In The Girl Who Lost a Leopard, free-spirited Selvi desires nothing more than to protect the leopard, Lokka, until she realizes that she can't do it alone.

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*The Last Zookeeper by Aaron Becker https://redeemedreader.com/the-last-zookeeper-by-aaron-becker/ https://redeemedreader.com/the-last-zookeeper-by-aaron-becker/#respond Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:26:03 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=42696 The Last Zookeeper is a lovely wordless story, comparable to the biblical narrative of Noah (complete with a rainbow) and also ties to the Pixar movie WALL-E.

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Thread by Thread by Alice Brière-Haquet https://redeemedreader.com/thread-by-thread-by-alice-briere-haquet/ https://redeemedreader.com/thread-by-thread-by-alice-briere-haquet/#comments Tue, 18 Feb 2025 23:41:36 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=42655 Thread by Thread is the story of every refugee who bravely endures the journey and begins anew, a gentle introduction to a theme of pilgrimage and endurance, with details that invite discussion and a hopeful ending.

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Dear Duck, Please Come! by Sarah Mackenzie https://redeemedreader.com/dear-duck-please-come-by-sarah-mackenzie/ https://redeemedreader.com/dear-duck-please-come-by-sarah-mackenzie/#respond Wed, 12 Feb 2025 07:43:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=42519 Dear Duck, Please Come! is a story for young lovers of forest animals or celebrants of losing teeth, or anyone who likes to practice being a good friend.

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Tales from the Forest by Jane Riordan https://redeemedreader.com/tales-from-the-forest-by-jane-riordan/ https://redeemedreader.com/tales-from-the-forest-by-jane-riordan/#respond Fri, 20 Dec 2024 17:16:37 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=42180 Tales from the Forest carries on the adventures of Winnie-the-Pooh in a style that faithfully echoes the original.

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The Miniature World of Marvin and James by Elise Broach and illustrated by Kelly Murphy https://redeemedreader.com/the-miniature-world-of-marvin-and-james-by-elise-broach-and-illustrated-by-kelly-murphy/ https://redeemedreader.com/the-miniature-world-of-marvin-and-james-by-elise-broach-and-illustrated-by-kelly-murphy/#respond Sat, 14 Dec 2024 19:43:43 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=13237 Large font, vivid illustrations on every page, and a simple plot make The Miniature World of Marvin and James a good fit for new readers looking to build their reading confidence.

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Spiders: A Booklist for Young Arachnophiles https://redeemedreader.com/spiders-a-book-list-for-young-arachnophiles/ https://redeemedreader.com/spiders-a-book-list-for-young-arachnophiles/#respond Wed, 27 Nov 2024 11:29:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=41659 Books for children and teens about spiders, and people who studied or wrote about spiders.

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*Knight Owl and Early Bird by Christopher Denise https://redeemedreader.com/knight-owl-and-early-bird-by-christopher-denise/ https://redeemedreader.com/knight-owl-and-early-bird-by-christopher-denise/#respond Sat, 23 Nov 2024 22:21:53 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=41902 Whooo goes there? It’s Knight Owl and Early Bird in this charming picture book sequel! Knight Owl and Early Bird by Christopher Denise. Christy Ottaviano Books, 2024. 48 Pages. Owl is very important. He is captain of the Knight Night Watch. One day, just as Owl is turning in, a new bird arrives at the…

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Neighborhood Sharks by Katherine Roy https://redeemedreader.com/neighborhood-sharks/ https://redeemedreader.com/neighborhood-sharks/#respond Mon, 11 Nov 2024 09:51:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=41727 Vividly illustrated, Neighborhood Sharks brings readers up close and personal with one of nature's most fearsome apex predators.

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New Chapter Book Series: Bibsy Cross and Detective Sweet Pea https://redeemedreader.com/new-chapter-book-series-bibsy-cross-and-detective-sweet-pea/ https://redeemedreader.com/new-chapter-book-series-bibsy-cross-and-detective-sweet-pea/#respond Wed, 24 Jul 2024 10:26:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=41233 Bibsy Cross, an irrepressible third-grader, and Sweet Pea, a hound with a nose for mystery, are the loveable protagonists of two new series for early readers.

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*Mercy Watson is Missing! by Kate DiCamillo https://redeemedreader.com/mercy-watson-is-missing-by-kate-dicamillo/ https://redeemedreader.com/mercy-watson-is-missing-by-kate-dicamillo/#respond Thu, 11 Jul 2024 10:31:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=41178 What could possibly entice Mercy Watson to wander away from home? And who will help Mr. and Mrs. Watson recover their beloved porcine pet? Mercy Watson is Missing! by Kate DiCamillo, illustrated by Chris Dusen, Candlewick, 2023. Page count. In the grand finale to the Tales of Deckawoo Drive series, which features not only the…

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Orris and Timble by Kate DiCamillo https://redeemedreader.com/orris-and-timble-by-kate-dicamillo/ https://redeemedreader.com/orris-and-timble-by-kate-dicamillo/#respond Fri, 24 May 2024 12:01:58 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=40997 Orris and Timble are the title characters of a new chapter-book series by Kate DiCamillo about a rat, an owl, and their unlikely friendship.

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Kentucky Derby Book List: Books for Young Horse Lovers https://redeemedreader.com/kentucky-derby-book-list-a-bakers-dozen/ https://redeemedreader.com/kentucky-derby-book-list-a-bakers-dozen/#comments Mon, 29 Apr 2024 15:49:16 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=21811 Books about horses for horse lovers of all ages, boys and girls, just in time for the Kentucky Derby events this weekend.

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Retro Reads: The Rescuers by Margery Sharp https://redeemedreader.com/retro-reads-the-rescuers-by-margery-sharp/ https://redeemedreader.com/retro-reads-the-rescuers-by-margery-sharp/#comments Mon, 23 Oct 2023 09:22:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=39321 The Rescuers by Margery Sharp offers fun, old-fashioned storytelling that bears little resemblance to the Disney movie. The Rescuers by Margery Sharp, illustrated by Garth Williams. New York Review Books, 2016 (re-issue). 160 pages. I can sing every word of the songs from the animated Rescuers movie—truly, one of the classics of its genre. So, it…

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Dragonology: The Complete Book of Dragons, 20th Anniversary Edition https://redeemedreader.com/dragonology/ https://redeemedreader.com/dragonology/#respond Wed, 18 Oct 2023 13:41:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=39478 Those who love dragons and long for more lore will find this field guide an excellent companion. Dragonology: The Complete Book of Dragons, 20th Anniversary Edition. Candlewick, 2021. 32 pages I firmly believe that there were once fire-breathing dragons, though I’m probably thankful that I don’t have any in my back yard. (If you’re curious…

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While Everyone Is Sleeping by Sarah Mackenzie https://redeemedreader.com/while-everyone-is-sleeping-by-sarah-mackenzie/ https://redeemedreader.com/while-everyone-is-sleeping-by-sarah-mackenzie/#respond Tue, 17 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=39424 While Everyone Is Sleeping is a sweet bedtime book, perfect for cozy nights.

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Gertie: The Darling Duck of WWII by Shari Swanson https://redeemedreader.com/gertie-the-darling-duck-of-wwii-by-shari-swanson/ https://redeemedreader.com/gertie-the-darling-duck-of-wwii-by-shari-swanson/#respond Fri, 06 Oct 2023 12:47:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=39066 A sweet story about a mother duck whose unusual nesting spot provided a welcome diversion from from the war, both in local news and beyond. Gertie: The Darling Duck of WWII by Shari Swanson, illustrated by Renee Graef. Sleeping Bear Press, 2023, 32 pages. In 1945, just a few years after another duck family was…

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*Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH by Robert C. O’Brien https://redeemedreader.com/mrs-frisby-and-the-rats-of-nimh-by-robert-c-obrien/ https://redeemedreader.com/mrs-frisby-and-the-rats-of-nimh-by-robert-c-obrien/#respond Wed, 08 Mar 2023 11:15:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=37080 A glorious story of heroism in which a mother's deep love for her children shines brightly.

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Haven: A Small Cat’s Big Adventure by Megan Wagner Lloyd https://redeemedreader.com/haven-a-small-cats-big-adventure-by-megan-wagner-lloyd/ https://redeemedreader.com/haven-a-small-cats-big-adventure-by-megan-wagner-lloyd/#respond Tue, 06 Dec 2022 11:38:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=36866 Haven: A Small Cat’s Big Adventure is a realistic but heartwarming animal tale of loyalty and friendship.

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Are Cozy Animal Stories Cozying up to Gay Ideology? https://redeemedreader.com/are-cozy-animal-stories-cozying-up-to-gay-ideology/ https://redeemedreader.com/are-cozy-animal-stories-cozying-up-to-gay-ideology/#comments Thu, 03 Nov 2022 12:05:55 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=36629 One of our readers alerted us to Katherine Applegate’s latest book, as it seemed to her to feature a lesbian relationship. Odder, picturing a beyond-cute protagonist on the cover, is a novel-in-verse about a female sea otter who was born with an extra “spark”: a questing spirit, a taste for adventure. After a storm separates…

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Wildoak by C. C. Harrington https://redeemedreader.com/wildoak-by-c-c-harrington/ https://redeemedreader.com/wildoak-by-c-c-harrington/#respond Wed, 26 Oct 2022 11:34:24 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=36385 Wildoak is a gentle story about a girl finding a voice and a cause in the natural world.

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*Watership Down by Richard Adams https://redeemedreader.com/watership-down-by-richard-adams/ https://redeemedreader.com/watership-down-by-richard-adams/#comments Tue, 07 Jun 2022 11:40:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=35080 Watership Down, a modern classic, employs noble themes of vision, courage, and sacrifice among some of the most humble and ordinary of animals in their quest for a home.

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The Elk King by Jenn Discher https://redeemedreader.com/the-elk-king-by-jenn-discher/ https://redeemedreader.com/the-elk-king-by-jenn-discher/#respond Mon, 16 May 2022 09:51:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=34913 Can the Elk King guard and protect the animals of Glenariff in the face of treachery? This talking animal story will delight fans of The Green Ember and similar series. The Elk King by Jenn Discher. Independently published, 2022. 285 pages. Reading Level: Middle grades, ages 10-12 Recommended For: Middle grades, ages 10-12. The Elk…

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Alice’s Farm: a Rabbit’s Tale by Maryrose Wood https://redeemedreader.com/alices-farm-a-rabbits-tale-by-maryrose-wood/ https://redeemedreader.com/alices-farm-a-rabbits-tale-by-maryrose-wood/#respond Thu, 12 May 2022 10:16:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=34918 Alice and her brother Thistle try to save a human’s farm in this sweet animal story by the author of The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place. Alice’s Farm: a Rabbit’s Tale by Maryrose Wood. Independently published, 2022. 285 pages. Reading Level: Middle grades, ages 8-10 Recommended For: Middle grades, ages 6-12 (note considerations below) Alice…

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Fire Bringer by David Clement-Davies https://redeemedreader.com/fire-bringer-by-david-clement-davies/ https://redeemedreader.com/fire-bringer-by-david-clement-davies/#respond Mon, 09 May 2022 10:47:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=34923 Rannoch is marked from birth, a deer who faces his destiny in this Watership Down read alike for teens. Fire Bringer by David Clement-Davies. Firebird, 2007 (re-issue). 512 pages. Reading Level: Teens, ages 12 and up Recommended For: Teens, ages 12 and up Rannoch is born a marked fawn, both literally and figuratively. The special…

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Pax, Journey Home by Sara Pennypacker https://redeemedreader.com/pax-journey-home-by-sara-pennypacker/ https://redeemedreader.com/pax-journey-home-by-sara-pennypacker/#respond Wed, 10 Nov 2021 09:29:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=32828 The two central characters of Pax, a “best of” book from 2016, work their way back to each other with a more positive resolution.

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Wombat Walkabout by Carol Diggory Shields https://redeemedreader.com/wombat-walkabout-by-carol-diggory-shields/ https://redeemedreader.com/wombat-walkabout-by-carol-diggory-shields/#respond Tue, 03 Aug 2021 08:32:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=31971 Wombat Walkabout features six furry siblings outwitting a hungry dingo.

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2021 Newbery Buzz #3: Skunk and Badger https://redeemedreader.com/2021-newbery-buzz-3-skunk-and-badger/ https://redeemedreader.com/2021-newbery-buzz-3-skunk-and-badger/#comments Mon, 11 Jan 2021 13:53:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=30294 We’re continuing our annual “Newbery Buzz” series today with round #3 for 2021. (We have already discussed Chirp and King and the Dragonflies earlier this month.) As a reminder, we do not know which books the actual Newbery committee is seriously considering; we discuss books we’ve been hearing lots of “buzz” about in the children’s…

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Little Bird by Cynthia Voigt https://redeemedreader.com/little-bird-by-cynthia-voigt/ https://redeemedreader.com/little-bird-by-cynthia-voigt/#comments Tue, 27 Oct 2020 11:15:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=29408 Little Bird, a young crow, embarks on a quest that will expand her world and reward her curious mind.

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Cubs in the Tub by Candace Fleming https://redeemedreader.com/cubs-in-the-tub-by-candace-fleming/ https://redeemedreader.com/cubs-in-the-tub-by-candace-fleming/#respond Sat, 29 Aug 2020 11:32:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=29027 Cubs in the Tub is a warm-hearted true story that will be irresistible to baby animal lovers

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Ghetto Cowboy by G. Neri https://redeemedreader.com/ghetto-cowboy-by-g-neri/ https://redeemedreader.com/ghetto-cowboy-by-g-neri/#respond Fri, 12 Jun 2020 11:31:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=28301 Ghetto Cowboy tells a heartwarming story of family, hard work, and horses in the midst of urban Philly. Ghetto Cowboy by G. Neri and illustrated by Jesse Joshua Watson. Candlewick, 2011. 224 pages. Reading Level: Middle grades, ages 10-12 Recommended For: Teens, ages 12-15 Coltrane’s mom is driving him to his dad’s and leaving him…

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Three Picture Books illustrated by Jessica Linn Evans https://redeemedreader.com/three-picture-books-illustrated-by-jessica-linn-evans/ https://redeemedreader.com/three-picture-books-illustrated-by-jessica-linn-evans/#respond Thu, 11 Jun 2020 11:40:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=28284 Three new picture books from small publishers, perfect for young readers (and listeners). All are illustrated by Jessica Linn Evans, but the authors differ. Penguin Sets Sail by Jessica Linn Evans. Rainstorm Publishing, 2020. Wordless books should invite young readers and storytellers to tell the story while allowing for some editorial additions. Penguin Sets Sail…

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Scary Stories for Young Foxes by Christian Heidicker https://redeemedreader.com/scary-stories-for-young-foxes-by-christian/ https://redeemedreader.com/scary-stories-for-young-foxes-by-christian/#respond Fri, 20 Mar 2020 11:06:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=27426 Scary Stories for Young Foxes, a 2020 Newbery Honor Book, may be more disturbing than encouraging.

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Migration: Incredible Animal Journeys by Mike Unwin https://redeemedreader.com/migration-incredible-animal-journeys-by-mike-unwin/ https://redeemedreader.com/migration-incredible-animal-journeys-by-mike-unwin/#respond Tue, 10 Dec 2019 09:59:00 +0000 https://redeemedreader.com/?p=25653 Migration: Incredible Animal Journeys features well-known migration patterns as well as surprising facts, in a readable picture-book format.

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Fenway and Hattie by Victoria Coe https://redeemedreader.com/fenway-and-hattie-by-victoria-coe/ https://redeemedreader.com/fenway-and-hattie-by-victoria-coe/#respond Wed, 16 Oct 2019 13:53:36 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=25399 The Fenway and Hattie series pits an excitable Jack Russell terrier against delivery men and treacherous flooring.

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A Wolf Called Wander by Roseanne Parry https://redeemedreader.com/a-wolf-called-wander-by-roseanne-parry/ https://redeemedreader.com/a-wolf-called-wander-by-roseanne-parry/#respond Wed, 16 Oct 2019 13:38:09 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=25400 A Wolf Called Wander sensitively traces the journey of a young wolf in his quest for a new home and pack.

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Stay by Bobbie Pyron https://redeemedreader.com/stay-by-bobbie-pyron/ https://redeemedreader.com/stay-by-bobbie-pyron/#respond Tue, 10 Sep 2019 13:40:40 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=25255 Stay, a heart-tugging dog story. also introduces young readers (in a limited way) to the plight of the homeless.

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*Sparky & Spike by Barbara Lowell https://redeemedreader.com/sparky-spike-by-barbara-lowell/ https://redeemedreader.com/sparky-spike-by-barbara-lowell/#comments Wed, 10 Jul 2019 11:13:47 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=25084 Sparky & Spike is about a boy and his dog and the genesis of the world's best-loved comic strip.

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*The Church Mice Series by Graham Oakley https://redeemedreader.com/the-church-mice-series-by-graham-oakley/ https://redeemedreader.com/the-church-mice-series-by-graham-oakley/#comments Fri, 14 Jun 2019 11:10:59 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=25017 The Church Mice series recaptures a very British way of life through a band of adventurous mice and their loyal protector cat. The Church Mice Spread Their Wings by Graham Oakley.  Atheneum, 1976 (first American Edition), 34 pages. Reading Level: Picture Book, ages 8-10 Recommended for: ages 5-up This is the fourth in a series…

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Because of the Rabbit by Cynthia Lord https://redeemedreader.com/because-of-the-rabbit-by-cynthia-lord/ https://redeemedreader.com/because-of-the-rabbit-by-cynthia-lord/#comments Thu, 25 Apr 2019 15:31:14 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=24867 Home-schooled Emma learns a lot about classrooms and friendship "Because of the Rabbit."

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*Into the Jungle by Katherine Rundell https://redeemedreader.com/into-the-jungle-by-katherine-rundell/ https://redeemedreader.com/into-the-jungle-by-katherine-rundell/#respond Thu, 07 Feb 2019 14:32:01 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=24275 In these four tales inspired by Kipling's Jungle Book, Mowgli the man-cub learns the backstories of his fellow creatures.

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Saving Winslow by Sharon Creech https://redeemedreader.com/saving-winslow-by-sharon-creech/ https://redeemedreader.com/saving-winslow-by-sharon-creech/#respond Tue, 16 Oct 2018 11:30:50 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=23112 Nine-year-old Louie volunteers to save Winslow, a newborn mini-donkey, in this gentle story about loss and change. Saving Winslow by Sharon Creech.  HarperCollins, 2018, 165 pages Reading Level: Middle Grades, ages 8-10 Recommended for: ages 6-10 In the laundry basket on the kitchen floor was a lump. “Another dead thing? Louie asked. “Not yet,” his…

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Toaff’s Way by Cynthia Voight https://redeemedreader.com/toaffs-way-by-cynthia-voight/ https://redeemedreader.com/toaffs-way-by-cynthia-voight/#comments Wed, 26 Sep 2018 11:37:36 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=23033 A squirrel with a mind of his own navigates the seasons of his first year in this gentle animal story. Toaff’s Way by Cynthia Voight.  Knopf, 2018, 256 pages Reading Level: Middle Grades, ages 8-10 Recommended for: ages 5-10 as a read-aloud, 8-12 as a read-alone Squirrels like to talk more than they like to…

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Science Picture-Book Roundup https://redeemedreader.com/nonfiction-picture-book-roundup/ https://redeemedreader.com/nonfiction-picture-book-roundup/#respond Wed, 18 Jul 2018 12:00:59 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=22855 Four new science picture books entertain while informing young readers about microbes, sparrows, hawks, and deep-sea exploration.  Ages 6-10 The Bacteria Book: the BIG World of Really Tiny Microbes by Steve Mould.  DK, 2018, 71 pages including index. The “yuck” factor is always in play when learning about the bacterial world, especially when it comes…

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50 Wacky Things Animals Do by Tricia Wagner https://redeemedreader.com/50-wacky-things-animals-do-by-tricia-wagner/ https://redeemedreader.com/50-wacky-things-animals-do-by-tricia-wagner/#respond Fri, 13 Jul 2018 11:59:58 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=22819 “Wacky facts” about 50 animals introduce young readers to the amazing variety of creation. Ages 6-10 50 Wacky Things Animals Do: Weird and Amazing Animal Facts by Tricia Martineau Wagner, illustrated by Carles Ballesteros.  Walter Foster Jr. Books, 2018, 103 pages. Reading level: Middle Grades, 8-10 Recommended for: ages 6-10 Did you know . .…

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The Hyena Scientist by Sy Montgomery https://redeemedreader.com/the-hyena-scientist-by-sy-montgomery/ https://redeemedreader.com/the-hyena-scientist-by-sy-montgomery/#respond Fri, 13 Jul 2018 11:58:47 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=22818 The Hyena Scientist takes readers on safari to observe a misunderstood species.  Ages 8-14 The Hyena Scientist by Sy Montgomery, photography by Nic Bishop.  Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2018, 71 pages including index. Reading Level: Middle Grades, ages 10-12 Recommended for: ages 8-14 Hyenas get a bad rap as vicious scavengers, grave-robbers, and cowardly thieves.  Most…

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*New Shoes by Sara Varon https://redeemedreader.com/new-shoes-by-sara/ https://redeemedreader.com/new-shoes-by-sara/#respond Fri, 27 Apr 2018 12:46:25 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=22645 A delightful journey into the jungle awaits Francis the Donkey on his quest to make new shoes for his favorite Calypso singer. *New Shoes by Sara Varon.  First Second, 2018, 208 pages Reading Level: Middle Grades, ages 8-10 Recommended for: ages 4-8 (as a read-aloud) “Francis had wanted to be a shoemaker since he was…

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Raffie on the Run by Jacqueline Resnick https://redeemedreader.com/raffie-on-the-run-by-jacqueline/ https://redeemedreader.com/raffie-on-the-run-by-jacqueline/#respond Thu, 26 Apr 2018 12:55:07 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=22674 Raffie, an intrepid subway rat, embarks on a fearsome quest to rescue his little brother in this lively animal adventure with memorable characters.  Ages 8-12 Raffie on the Run by Jacqueline Resnick.  Roaring Brook, 2018, 299 pages Reading Level: Middle Grades, ages 10-12 Recommended for: ages 8-12 for independent reading, 5-10 for read-aloud It’s not…

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Strongheart by Candace Fleming https://redeemedreader.com/strongheart-by-candace-fleming/ https://redeemedreader.com/strongheart-by-candace-fleming/#respond Fri, 13 Apr 2018 12:51:05 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=22596 Strongheart, a real movie-star dog, acts out a movie scenario in this fun tale.  Ages 7-11 Strongheart: Wonder Dog of the Silver Screen by Candace Fleming with illustrations by Eric Rohman.  Schwartz & Wade, 2018, 233 pages Reading Level: Middle Grades, ages 8-10 Recommended for: ages7-11 Once he was a puppy, cuddled with his mother…

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Panda-monium by Stuart Gibbs https://redeemedreader.com/panda-monium-stuart-gibbs/ https://redeemedreader.com/panda-monium-stuart-gibbs/#comments Mon, 18 Sep 2017 13:27:17 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=22122 Panda-monium offers plenty of hi-jinks, animal facts, and quirky characters as Teddy solves the mystery of the theft of a prized giant panda. Panda-monium by Stuart Gibbs. (FunJungle #4) Simon & Schuster, 2017. 352 pages. Reading Level: Middle grades, ages 10-12 Recommended For: Middle grades, ages 8-12, especially lovers of mysteries and animal stories When…

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*The Sign of the Cat by Lynne Jonell https://redeemedreader.com/sign-cat-lynne-jonell/ https://redeemedreader.com/sign-cat-lynne-jonell/#respond Wed, 24 May 2017 12:41:09 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=21865 In this winning historical fantasy, a bright lad (fluent in the cat language) chafes at his boring life until an unexpected adventure on the high seas puts his unique gifts to the test. *The Sign of the Cat by Lynne Jonell.  Henry Holt, 2014, 253 pages Reading Level: Middle grades, ages 10-12 Recommended for: ages…

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Sad Dog Stories: They’re a Thing—and a Necessity https://redeemedreader.com/sad-dog-books-there-a-thing-and-a-necessity/ https://redeemedreader.com/sad-dog-books-there-a-thing-and-a-necessity/#comments Mon, 15 May 2017 17:42:31 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=21830 Does the Dog Die? (The Saddest of Sad Dog Stories!) “Miss Wanda,” I stage-whispered to the children’s librarian across from me, “I need to know. Does the dog die?“ I was holding an audio copy of Shiloh, and I needed to be prepared before listening with my 2nd and 3rd grade children. After all, I’d grown up on Old…

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Storm Horse by Nick Garlick https://redeemedreader.com/storm-horse-nick-garlick/ https://redeemedreader.com/storm-horse-nick-garlick/#respond Fri, 12 May 2017 09:48:46 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=21833 Storm Horse pits a boy and a horse against a greedy land developer in the modern-day Netherlands. Storm Horse by Nick Garlick.  Scholastic, 2017, 242 pages Reading Level: Middle grades, ages 8-10 Recommended for: ages 8-12, especially boys A tiny, remote island off the coast of the Netherlands is the last place Flip thought he…

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Ugly by Donna Jo Napoli https://redeemedreader.com/ugly-by-donna-jo-napoli/ https://redeemedreader.com/ugly-by-donna-jo-napoli/#respond Mon, 06 Mar 2017 13:40:12 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=21646 This gentle retelling of the “Ugly Duckling” tale combines the satisfactory ending with a love of natural beauty. Ugly by Donna Jo Napoli, with illustrations by Lita Judge.  Hyperion, 2006, 186 pages Reading level: Middle grades, ages 8-10 Recommended for: ages 6-10 The first thing he was ever called was Dud.  And that was before…

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Step Right Up by Donna Janell Bowman https://redeemedreader.com/step-right-up-by-donna-janell-bowman/ https://redeemedreader.com/step-right-up-by-donna-janell-bowman/#respond Tue, 21 Feb 2017 13:02:16 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=21541 Children will be fascinated by the heartwarming story of “Doc” Key and his amazing horse Jim, who used their talents for good. Step Right Up: How Doc and Jim Key Taught the World about Kindness by Donna Janell Bowman, illustrations by Daniel Minter.  Lee & Low, 2016, 48 pages Reading Level: Picture book, ages 4-8…

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*Tiger Boy by Mitali Perkins https://redeemedreader.com/tiger-boy-by-mitali-perkins/ https://redeemedreader.com/tiger-boy-by-mitali-perkins/#comments Thu, 29 Dec 2016 13:00:28 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=15740 Tiger Boy, set in the Sundarban Islands, is a satisfying tale of courage and responsibility for younger middle-graders. a review from our archives! (originally published June 2, 2015) *Tiger Boy by Mitali Perkins, illustrated by Jamie Hogan. Charlesbridge, 2015. 144 pages, including author note and glossary Reading Level: Middle grades, ages 8-10 Recommended for: ages 8-12…

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What Elephants Know by Erick Dinerstein https://redeemedreader.com/what-elephants-know-by-erick-dinerstein/ https://redeemedreader.com/what-elephants-know-by-erick-dinerstein/#respond Fri, 29 Jul 2016 12:00:46 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=19427 Lowland Tibet is the exotic setting for this coming-of-age story featuring an 11-year-old boy and the elephants he loves. What Elephants Know by Erick Dinerstein.  Disney Hyperion, 2016, 268 pages Reading Level: Middle Grade, ages 10-12 Recommended for: ages 10-14 Nandu Sindh was only a baby when he was found by Devi Kali and the…

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Charley Harper’s Book of Colors by Zoe Burke and Charley Harper https://redeemedreader.com/charley-harpers-book-of-colors-by-zoe-burke-and-charley-harper/ https://redeemedreader.com/charley-harpers-book-of-colors-by-zoe-burke-and-charley-harper/#respond Mon, 16 May 2016 13:00:44 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=19197 Charley Harper’s Book of Colors by Zoe Burke, illustrated by Charley Harper. Pomegranate Kids, 2015. 24 pages. Reading Level: Board books Recommended for: Ages 0-4 Burke’s engaging poems introduce the late American modern artist Charley Harper to a new audience. His vibrant colors and distinctive shapes make this an ideal choice for the littlest listeners…

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Ranger in Time series by Kate Messner https://redeemedreader.com/d-ranger-in-time-series-by-kate-messner/ https://redeemedreader.com/d-ranger-in-time-series-by-kate-messner/#respond Fri, 07 Aug 2015 12:00:51 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=16171 Ranger in Time: Rescue on the Oregon Trail and Danger in Ancient Rome by Kate Messner. Scholastic, 2015. About 125 pages, plus author note. Reading Level: Chapter books, ages 4-8 Recommended for: ages 6-8 Bottom Line: The “Ranger in Time” series is a fun way to introduce early readers to history, as a loveable search-and-rescue…

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*The Lion and the Mouse by Jerry Pinkney https://redeemedreader.com/the-lion-and-the-mouse-by-jerry-pinkney/ https://redeemedreader.com/the-lion-and-the-mouse-by-jerry-pinkney/#respond Mon, 29 Jun 2015 12:31:28 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=15834 *The Lion and the Mouse by Jerry Pinkney. Little, Brown, 2009. 40 pages. Reading Level: Picture Books, ages 4-8 Recommended For: All Ages Stunning illustrations, a vast African savannah setting, and perfect pacing make this picture book a true delight. As is typical of Pinkney’s art, the story begins on the front endpapers with a sweeping panorama inspired by…

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*The Grasshopper and the Ants by Jerry Pinkney https://redeemedreader.com/the-grasshopper-and-the-ants-by-jerry-pinkney/ https://redeemedreader.com/the-grasshopper-and-the-ants-by-jerry-pinkney/#respond Mon, 29 Jun 2015 12:30:12 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=15828 *The Grasshopper and the Ants by Jerry Pinkney. Little, Brown, 2015. 40 pages. Reading Level: Picture Books, ages 4-8 Recommended For: Ages 4-8 Vibrant, colorful water colors breathe new life into this familiar fable of the lazy grasshopper and industrious ants. Beginning with the front endpapers, illustrations tell of a lonely, proud, and lazy grasshopper…

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The Tortoise and the Hare by Jerry Pinkney https://redeemedreader.com/the-tortoise-and-the-hare-by-jerry-pinkney/ https://redeemedreader.com/the-tortoise-and-the-hare-by-jerry-pinkney/#respond Mon, 29 Jun 2015 12:29:56 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=15831 The Tortoise and the Hare by Jerry Pinkney. Little, Brown, 2013. 40 pages. Reading Level: Picture Books, ages 4-8 Recommended For: All Ages Slow and Steady Wins the Race! Nearly wordless, this lively depiction of one of Aesop’s most famous fables starts right away on the front endpapers as the hare bounds over hills and the…

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Woof by Spencer Quinn https://redeemedreader.com/woof-by-spencer-quinn/ https://redeemedreader.com/woof-by-spencer-quinn/#comments Fri, 26 Jun 2015 12:00:44 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=15952 Woof (a Bowser and Birdie Novel) by Spencer Quinn. Scholastic, 2015. 293 pages Reading Level: Middle grades, ages 10-12 Recommended for: ages 9-13 Bottom Line: Bowser, a loveable mutt, gets to tell his own story about how he and his “off the charts” owner, Birdie, started their crime-solving partnership. Two humans stood outside my cage,…

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Salamandastron (Redwall series, Book 5) by Brian Jacques https://redeemedreader.com/salamandastron-redwall-series-book-5-by-brian-jacques/ https://redeemedreader.com/salamandastron-redwall-series-book-5-by-brian-jacques/#respond Tue, 16 Jun 2015 21:01:29 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=15901 This review is brought to us by Malachi Stade, who just finished a semester internship with Redeemed Reader.  Thank you, Malachi!   Salamandastron (Redwall series, Book 5) by Brian Jacques. Firebird, Reissue edition, 2003 (originally published 1992).  400 pages.    Reading Level: Middle Grades, ages 10-12 Recommended for: ages 10 and up Bottom Line: In a stirring…

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*If You Plant a Seed by Kadir Nelson https://redeemedreader.com/if-you-plant-a-seed-by-kadir-nelson/ https://redeemedreader.com/if-you-plant-a-seed-by-kadir-nelson/#respond Thu, 11 Jun 2015 20:12:38 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=15825 *If You Plant a Seed by Kadir Nelson. Blazer + Bray, 2015. 32 pages. Reading Level: Picture Books, ages 0-4 Recommended For: Ages 0-8 If you plant a tomato seed, a carrot seed, and a cabbage seed, in time, with love and care, tomato, carrot, and cabbage plants will grow. What if you plant seeds of selfishness or kindness? A…

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*Mr. Squirrel and the Moon by Sebastian Meschenmoser https://redeemedreader.com/mr-squirrel-and-the-moon-by-sebastian-meschenmoser/ https://redeemedreader.com/mr-squirrel-and-the-moon-by-sebastian-meschenmoser/#respond Wed, 10 Jun 2015 13:00:42 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=15635 Mr. Squirrel and the Moon is a delight for the ears and the eyes. This picture book is highly recommended! *Mr. Squirrel and the Moon by Sebastian Meschenmoser. NorthSouth, 2014. 32 pages. Reading Level: Picture books, Ages 0-8Recommended For: Ages 0-8 When Mr. Squirrel awakes one morning to find something round and bright yellow in…

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Ellie’s Story by W. Bruce Cameron https://redeemedreader.com/ellies-story-by-w-bruce-cameron/ https://redeemedreader.com/ellies-story-by-w-bruce-cameron/#respond Tue, 09 Jun 2015 12:00:29 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=15787 Ellie’s Story: a Dog’s Purpose Novel by W. Bruce Cameron. Tom Doherty Associates, 2014. 205 pages, including notes and classroom discussion guide Reading Level: Middle Grades, ages 8-10 Recommended for: Ages 8-12 Bottom Line: Ellie’s Story takes us along with a search and rescue dog as she learns her job and enjoys a successful career.…

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*Mikis and the Donkey by Bibi Dumon Tak https://redeemedreader.com/mikis-and-the-donkey-by-bibi-dumon-tak/ https://redeemedreader.com/mikis-and-the-donkey-by-bibi-dumon-tak/#respond Tue, 02 Jun 2015 12:00:04 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=15748 *Mikis and the Donkey by Bibi Dumon Tak, illustrated by Philip Hopman. Eerdmans Books for Young Readers, 2014. 89 pages Reading Level: Chapter Books, ages 4-8; Middle Grades, ages 8-10 Recommended for: ages 6-12 Bottom Line: Mikis and the Donkey is a gentle story for younger middle grades about learning to care for a gentle,…

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The Cottage in the Woods by Katherine Coville https://redeemedreader.com/the-cottage-in-the-woods-by-katherine-coville/ https://redeemedreader.com/the-cottage-in-the-woods-by-katherine-coville/#comments Tue, 26 May 2015 12:00:43 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=15734 The Cottage in the Woods by Katherine Coville. Knopf,2015. 389 pages Reading Level: Young adult,ages 12-15 Recommended for: Ages 12 and up (especially girls) Bottom Line: This clever fairy tale/Jane Austen mashup retells the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears from the point of view of an ursine governess. Ursula Brown, an unassuming young…

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Owl Boy by Brian Schatell https://redeemedreader.com/owl-boy-by-brian-schatell/ https://redeemedreader.com/owl-boy-by-brian-schatell/#respond Wed, 06 May 2015 13:00:48 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=15624 Owl Boy by Brian Schatell. Holiday House, 2015. 40 pages. Reading Level: Picture books, Ages 4-8 Recommended For: Ages 4-8 Al is an owl fanatic. His walls are full of owl pictures. At dinner he points out that owls eat mice. All he can talk about is owls, and he can’t play sports with other…

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*Lulu and the Rabbit Next Door by Hilary McKay https://redeemedreader.com/lulu-and-the-rabbit-next-door-by-hilary-mckay/ https://redeemedreader.com/lulu-and-the-rabbit-next-door-by-hilary-mckay/#respond Mon, 20 Apr 2015 13:27:27 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=15258 *Lulu and the Rabbit Next Door by Hilary McKay, illustrated by Priscilla Lamont. Albert Whitman and Co., 2014. 91 pages. Reading Level: Chapter Books, ages 4-8 Recommended for: Ages 4-8 Bottom Line: Lulu and her cousin Mellie use kindness and creativity to win over their enemy—the new boy next door—in this delightful chapter book. Lulu is…

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The Spider (Disgusting Creatures) by Elise Gravel https://redeemedreader.com/d-the-spider-disgusting-creatures-by-elise-gravel/ https://redeemedreader.com/d-the-spider-disgusting-creatures-by-elise-gravel/#respond Thu, 16 Apr 2015 20:19:16 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=15290 The Spider (Disgusting Creatures) by Elise Gravel. Tundra Books, 2015. 32 pages. Reading Level: Picture Books, ages 4-8 Recommended for: Ages 4-8 Children are fascinated by bugs and spiders, often bringing them to their more squeamish parents for a closer look. And there are plenty of picture books on these fascinating small carnivores of the animal world.…

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A Castle Full of Cats by Ruth Sanderson https://redeemedreader.com/a-castle-full-of-cats-by-ruth-sanderson/ https://redeemedreader.com/a-castle-full-of-cats-by-ruth-sanderson/#respond Tue, 14 Apr 2015 21:00:52 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=15453 A Castle Full of Cats by Ruth Sanderson. Random House, 2015. 40 pages. Reading Level: Picture Books, ages 4-8   Once upon a time a king and a queen lived in a castle filled with cats.  And while the queen loved her cats, the king was not a cat person.  The cats, as cats are so…

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Finding Spring by Carin Berger https://redeemedreader.com/d-finding-spring-by-carin-berger/ https://redeemedreader.com/d-finding-spring-by-carin-berger/#respond Thu, 09 Apr 2015 20:52:38 +0000 http://ordinary-fan.flywheelsites.com/?p=15278 Finding Spring by Carin Berger. Greenwillow, 2015. 40 pages. Reading Level: Picture Books, ages 0-8 Recommended for: Ages 0-8 Maurice the bear just wants to find spring. He’ll hibernate once his mission is complete. He finally makes a glorious discovery, scoops up some “spring” into a ball to take home to his den, and settles comfortably…

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