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It Fell From The Sky
What a brilliant story and the Fan Brothers have once again created a marvelous fable. Who would have thought that a piece of marble...

Shameer Bismilla
Dec 27, 2021


Norman Didn't Do It
As a teacher I have the privilege of interacting with many school psychologists and counsellors about the importance of friendship for...

Shameer Bismilla
Dec 21, 2021


When No One Is Watching
Everyone will feel unsure at times and as they grow older. Their emotional and social needs will move into many directions and sometimes...

Shameer Bismilla
Dec 19, 2021


Tomatoes for Neela
This book written by Padma Lakshmi and illustrated by Juana Martinez-Neal deserves a shout out. I really love how Padma Lakshmi...

Shameer Bismilla
Nov 28, 2021


Bear is a Bear
I am an ardent fan of Jonathan Stutzman and Dan Santat’s work. Every word and illustration always make my little readers chiming in with...

Shameer Bismilla
Nov 27, 2021


There's a Ghost in this House
My class kids loved this book. Although it did not come in time for Halloween, but it triggered memories of the fun time they had during...

Shameer Bismilla
Nov 25, 2021


New releases on Food Insecurity
These book-siblings are fabulous for any elementary school kids. It is real, leaves a mark on your heart especially when dealing with the...

Shameer Bismilla
Nov 21, 2021


Every Little Kindness
This incredible wordless book speaks volumes about the rippling effect that one act of kindness has on others. Who would have thought...

Shameer Bismilla
Nov 20, 2021


Town is by the Sea
What a powerful storyline; so powerful that I find my own words so inadequate to write this review. The way that the author and the...

Shameer Bismilla
Nov 19, 2021


I'll Go and Come Back
I was fortunate to receive the ARC of “I'll Go and Come Back” written by Rajani LaRocca and illustrated by Sara Palacios. Reading her...

Shameer Bismilla
Oct 17, 2021


How I Met My Monster
‘How I Met My Monster’ has an engaging and delightful plot that will capture any child’s attention. If you love Monster Inc and picture...

Shameer Bismilla
Oct 15, 2021


There's a Witch in Your Book
A fun interactive picture book for toddlers to enjoy during Halloween. I love how the instructions throughout the book lets children cast...

Shameer Bismilla
Oct 13, 2021


Gustavo, the Shy Ghost
This lovely picture book is truly heart-warming and I would recommend this book to any young and old spooky enthusiastic readers. There...

Shameer Bismilla
Oct 12, 2021


The Good, the Bad, and the Spooky
Who can resist the bad seed?! I enjoyed Jory John’s book “Bad Seed”. Children will have fun exploring Halloween AND Mr. Seed's emotional...

Shameer Bismilla
Oct 11, 2021


Hardly Haunted
If you are looking for a Halloween spooky book that is good and isn't super scary, this book is THE ONE!! The delightful frequent use of...

Shameer Bismilla
Oct 10, 2021


Yusra Swims
I am a fan of Julie Abery’s picture books. Her stories are always about strength and human spirit. She has somehow made such a powerful...

Shameer Bismilla
Oct 3, 2021


Finding Junie Kim
I am delighted to know that Ellen Oh, the founder of We Need Diverse Books and advocate of ‘Own Voices’ has written such a meaningful...

Shameer Bismilla
Sep 20, 2021


A Friend Like You
I was gifted this special book by dearest friend Mitra a.k.a book fairy and what makes it more special, it was co-written by wonderful...

Shameer Bismilla
Sep 12, 2021


Thao
I am delighted to read another #ownvoice story that highlights the concept of diversity through names. I began reading this book by...

Shameer Bismilla
Sep 5, 2021


Race Cars
Preschool or primary school children are inquirers by nature. In their whole learning journey, they will observe, gather and study...

Shameer Bismilla
Aug 22, 2021
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