While school might be the last thing on middle grade readers’ minds right now, those first-day nerves are likely to rear their heads in the next few months. In addition to scholastics, navigating the social circles of school can present a lot of pressure to kids, especially in the digital age. The good news is, … Continue reading Managing Middle Grade Social Drama with Novels About Fitting In
Hello, friends! Our book today is Where Oliver Fits by Cale Atkinson, a fantastic story of finding where you fit without compromising who you are. Oliver is a puzzle piece, and like all puzzle pieces, he’s excited to find where he fits. He certainly hopes he’ll be a part of a super-awesome, exciting puzzle, but … Continue reading Where Oliver Fits (Cale Atkinson)
Hey there, friends! Our book today is Hello, My Name Is Octicorn by Kevin Diller and Justin Lowe, a ridiculously fun tale with a lot of heart. Meet Octi. He is an Octicorn (his mom is an octopus, and his dad is a unicorn). He's a fun, friendly fellow who likes the same kinds of … Continue reading Hello, My Name Is Octicorn (Kevin Diller & Justin Lowe)
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