“The World’s Longest Sock” by Juliann Law

Posted on January 4, 2023 by WordPress.com Support

The Longest Sock?

Nina and Chuck do not know each other, and live in two different parts of the world. But they each knit. Nina has knitted a giant sock, that she adds a row to each time she makes a sale in her shop.  She is sure her sock is the longest in the world.

Chuck, a lumberman in a forest, also knits.  He didn’t pay attention to his knitting while watching television, and now he has a very long sock.

One day, Chuck heard on tv that Nina had gotten the award for the world’s longest sock. But Chuck knew his was longer.

Both Nina and Chuck wanted the award, so they began trying to out-knit each other, with lots of funny results.  Who will win?

This picture book is geared toward children four to seven-years-old.  Little ones will love the bright colors and silly situations Chuck and Nina face—and will have a good time guessing who will win.  In addition to this being fun to read, this five-star tale also teaches cooperation and working together.  This book has lots of humor, some will even give adults a chuckle or two. I recommend it!

Worthy Kids has provided Tickmenot with a complimentary copy of, The World’s Longest Sock, for the purpose of review. I have not been compensated in any other manner. All opinions expressed are my own, and I was not required, or influenced, to give anything but an honest appraisal. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

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“On My Honor” by Patty Smith Hall

Posted on December 29, 2022 by WordPress.com Support

Go Girls!

Shortly after the United States was pulled into WWII by the Pearl Harbor attack, citizens living on the Outer Banks of North Carolina began experiencing enemy attacks along their coastline.  Germans found the area unprepared, and started bombing ships at night.

A local Girl Scout troop made up of thirteen-year-olds rescues a hurt man, Tim, who washes up on the beach.  They shelter him in the abandoned Cape Hatteras Lighthouse.  As they tend his wounds, he tells them he is part of the British Intelligence, and was on a ship that was bombed off their shoreline.  He was escorting a Nazi officer who was to give information to help end the war.

Is Tim telling the truth about his identity, or is he a Nazi in disguise?  Are there local people colluding with the enemy?  Should they tell their group leader or government officials what they have done, and will they get in trouble?

This is an exciting book about resourceful Americans facing dangers they have never experienced before.  There is intrigue and excitement that will keep you riveted to this story which is based on true events. It was a well-kept secret that lots of lives and ships were lost along the American coastline at that time.

This five-star book is told from a Christian viewpoint, and will be enjoyed by fans of mysteries, thrillers, and WWII era tales.

Barbour Publishing has provided Tickmenot with a complimentary copy of, On My Honor, for the purpose of review. I have not been compensated in any other manner. All opinions expressed are my own, and I was not required, or influenced, to give anything but an honest appraisal. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

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“Slow Dog” by Joy Johnston

Posted on December 26, 2022 by WordPress.com Support

Illustrations by Lana Lee

Slow Down!

Destiny’s grandmother has a dog, Murphy, who is the slowest dog in the world. At least, Destiny thinks so. She has lots of energy so does things like running or playing really fast.

Little ones who do things quickly will identify with Destiny. Because Murphy doesn’t go fast, he sees things such as a squirrel climbing a tree, or a caterpillar on a rock.

Little ones who do things quickly will identify with Destiny.  This book, will show children the value of slowing down, and some of the things they will see by going slower.  A good  idea for youngsters living in this fast-paced world. The tale also teaches that the differences in others can be good, too.  This story is based on a real-life rescue dog.  Children aged three through seven will enjoy this five-star book!

The Library Thing has provided Tickmenot with a complimentary copy of, Slow Dog, for the purpose of review. I have not been compensated in any other manner. All opinions expressed are my own, and I was not required, or influenced, to give anything but an honest appraisal. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

 

 

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“All the Lost Places” by Amanda Dykes

Posted on December 23, 2022 by WordPress.com Support

Lost!

I am in the minority here, but I did not connect with this book. Where others found this story filled with touching prose, it fell flat for me. It was too poetic, too many things were hinted at, and too abstract.

The characters and settings seemed sad and dreary, even depressing.

This was not the first time I have read something by this author, in fact her book, Whose Waves These Are, was amazing. Unfortunately, despite spending lots of time trying, I could not get into this one, and rate it three-stars.

Thanks to Bethany House for providing tickmenot a copy of, All the Lost Places, to review.  I have not been compensated in any other manner.  Opinions are obviously all my own. and I was not required, or influenced, to give anything but an honest appraisal. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

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“Animal Families: Snow” by Jane Ormes

Posted on December 22, 2022 by WordPress.com Support

What’s Your Name?

This lift-the-flap book is adorable and is sure to fascinate children.  It tells the name of the mommy and daddy of different animals.  For instance, a bull is a daddy reindeer, a mommy is the cow.  But to find the picture and name of the baby, the flap with the mommy must be lifted.  Underneath is a picture of the baby, who is called a calf.

The mommy, daddy and baby names are told for each family, with the baby name found by lifting the flap of one of the parents.  Underneath is a picture of the baby and the name.

Names are even given for a group of animals.  For example, a group of reindeer is called a herd.  This information is also found by lifting a flap.

Children will love lifting the flaps, especially the ones with animals on them, and then finding the baby animal, with its name, underneath.  There is no doubt that this board book will be a favorite, and well-loved.  The chunky pages make turning the pages easy for little hands, and the flaps are well made, able to stand lots of lifting up and down.

Little ones through age five will enjoy this five-plus star book.  I highly recommend it, and that you get one right away, your child will be thrilled!

Nosy Crow has provided Tickmenot with a complimentary copy of, Animal Families: Snow, for the purpose of review. I have not been compensated in any other manner. All opinions expressed are my own, and I was not required, or influenced, to give anything but an honest appraisal. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

 

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“Bizzy Bear Snow Sports” by Benji Davies

Posted on December 21, 2022 by WordPress.com Support

Fun in the Snow!

Little ones will love all the things going on in this big board book.  As Bizzy Bear spends the day on the snow in a variety of ways from snowmobiling to snow skiing to ice skating, eye-catching, brightly colored illustrations fill all the pages.

Children will love all the hands-on activities in the book.  Starting with the cover, there are things to slide or move that reveal more of the character’s actions.  Little ones will adore the story along with the things they can do.

Thick pages will make it easy for little fingers to turn the pages.  Youngsters through age three will be truly delighted by this five-star tale!

Nosy Crow has provided Tickmenot with a complimentary copy of, Bizzy Bear Snow Sports, for the purpose of review. I have not been compensated in any other manner. All opinions expressed are my own, and I was not required, or influenced, to give anything but an honest appraisal. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

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“Maisy’s Snowy Day” by Lucy Cousins

Posted on December 20, 2022 by WordPress.com Support

Snow Fun!

Maisy wakes up to find her world has been transformed by snow.  When she goes outside, she discovers how cold it is, but also the fun of snow sledding.  Maisy goes to the park where she finds many of her friends playing.  As the group works together, they create a fort, and a snow statue.  They have a good time racing their sleds.

After a full day, the dark and cold cause the friends to leave the park, but the pleasure continues as everyone goes to Maisy’s house to get warm.

Most children are fascinated with snow whether they have seen it or not.  This picture book will be well-liked because of the snow subject.  Little ones will love seeing the pictures of sledding, building things and just playing in all that cold wetness.  Colorful illustrations will bring the children’s activities alive.  This five-star tale will be a popular choice for children aged three through seven-years-old.

Candlewick Press has provided Tickmenot with a complimentary copy of, Maisy’s Snowy Day, for the purpose of review. I have not been compensated in any other manner. All opinions expressed are my own, and I was not required, or influenced, to give anything but an honest appraisal. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

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“Joy to the World: VeggieTales” by Pamela Kennedy

Posted on December 19, 2022 by WordPress.com Support

Joy, Fun & Love!

Join the VeggieTales while they put on a rousing Christmas play full of joy, fun and love that is all told in a rhyming style. Children will like the playful way the rhymes sound while telling the story. Old favorites, Bob the Tomato, and Larry make an appearance along with lots of other members of the gang.

Much festivity takes place when watching the play, with the true Christmas story part of the program. The show ends with rousing Christmas carols.

VeggieTales always bring lots of excitement and they do not disappoint in this board book. The five-star book will be enjoyed by little ones through age five–who will love the bright colors, and playfulness packed into this tale.

Worthy Kids has provided Tickmenot with a complimentary copy of, Joy to the World, for the purpose of review. I have not been compensated in any other manner. All opinions expressed are my own, and I was not required, or influenced, to give anything but an honest appraisal. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

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“Peppa Pig and the Christmas Surprise”

Posted on December 17, 2022 by WordPress.com Support

Merry Christmas Everyone!

Peppa enjoys Christmas with her family, including her grandparents who are staying with them.  Everyone is excited when they find their presents on Christmas morning, especially Grandpa Pig who received a drone.

Sadly, while playing with the drone, it doesn’t come back to them.  Grandpa Pig tries to cover his unhappiness while they have Christmas dinner.  Suddenly the doorbell rings and it is the big man himself, Santa Claus, and he has some news!

This is a fun tale about a family celebrating Christmas, and all the merrymaking that goes on. Children will love seeing the Christmas presents Santa left, and what is in them.  Best of all, little ones will love that Santa comes to a home during the day, and everyone gets to talk with him.

This happy ending tale is a five-star, hardbacked, picture book full of eye-catching illustrations and lots of excitement.  The back of the book cover contains a large Christmas poster ready for coloring.  Children aged  2 – 5 years old will enjoy this book.

Candlewick Press has provided Tickmenot with a complimentary copy of, “Peppa Pig and the Christmas Surprise,” for the purpose of review. I have not been compensated in any other manner. All opinions expressed are my own, and I was not required, or influenced, to give anything but an honest appraisal. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

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“A Very Mercy Christmas” by Kate DiCamillo

Posted on December 13, 2022 by WordPress.com Support

Illustrated by Chris Van Dusen

Here We Come A-Caroling

A little girl, Stella, desperately wants to go caroling but everyone she asks is too busy, or does not want to.  All she has to carol with is Mercy the pig and her cat, General Washington.

Very frustrated, she begins to sing and is surprised that both Mercy and General start “singing” with her.  Out of nowhere, the horse Maybelline, joins them.  The noise they make doesn’t sound much like a song, but it is joyful and loud!

Next, they all have a very nice surprise when the unexpected happens.  Fun and glee gather around them all, and those things will surround the reader, too.

Children will love the story of Stella not giving up.  This tale teaches little ones to hang in there, even when things look like they are not going your way.  Sometimes not giving up can get you what you want—maybe even more than you want.  The back of the book features a Christmas ornament that can be taken out and hung.

This five-star picture book will be enjoyed by children aged three through seven-years-old, and I highly recommend it!

Candlewick Press has provided Tickmenot with a complimentary copy of, A Very Mercy Christmas, for the purpose of review. I have not been compensated in any other manner. All opinions expressed are my own, and I was not required, or influenced, to give anything but an honest appraisal. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

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