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It’s easy to get a spot in the lineup. Email me the title of the book or feature for any middle grade book, author or giveaway, and a link to your blog. Send it to: gpcolo[at]gmail[dot]com Make sure you put MMGM or Marvelous Middle Grade Monday in the subject line so it gets sorted accurately–and don’t forget to say what you’re featuring) You MUST email me your link by Sunday evening (11 PM Eastern Time) in order to be included in the list of links for that week’s MMGM. *Please note: these posts are not a reflection of my own opinions on the books featured. Each blogger is responsible for their own MMGM content and I do not pre-screen reviews ahead of time, nor do I control what books they choose. I simply assemble the list based on the links that are emailed to me.
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THE FREEDOM SHIP OF ROBERT SMALLS
The town of Beaufort, South Carolina is the starting point for this true story of a daring escape by an African American slave. It’s a beautiful seaside town and I’d fully recommend a visit. The text in this new edition … Continue reading
MMGM for 6/4/18
The #MMGM LINKS for June 4, 2018 (HAPPY JUNE! Click on a cool summer sun to reach each blogger’s post) I have a feature on Time’s new series HEROES OF HISTORY. First out are books on Alexander Hamilton and George … Continue reading
HEROES OF HISTORY
WELCOME TO ANOTHER MARVELOUS MIDDLE GRADE MONDAY! Most middle graders have little background on the politics and leaders of our country—especially from the past. What they do know is heard through parents/teachers, the 24/7 endless new cycle, and social media. … Continue reading
EVANGELINE OF THE BAYOU
There are many scary things lurking in the deep south—New Orleans and the Louisiana bayou to be more specific. Let me begin with the Rougarou, a werewolf type creature pulled from French folklore. Not scared yet? How about an Acadian … Continue reading
MIDDLE GRADE in the NEWS 5/31/18
Here are several news and special feature articles I’ve enjoyed the past week (If you missed any of the previous posts click here to see them all): 1. I was saddened by the recent loss of author Richard Peck. This … Continue reading
MMGM for 5/28/18
The #MMGM LINKS for May 28, 2018 (Happy Memorial Day! Click on a U.S. flag to read each post) I have a review of SOME VERY MESSY MEDIEVAL MAGIC by C. Lee McKenzie. Scroll down to read or select the U.S. … Continue reading
SOME VERY MESSY MEDIEVAL MAGIC
This third book in the Adventures of Pete and Weasel is actually the first for me. I had heard about the series but could never fit it in to my busy review schedule. I’m glad to finally get a start … Continue reading
THE SNOW QUEEN—A GRAPHIC NOVEL
Hans Christian Andersen wrote The Snow Queen in 1844. It is a beloved tale, perhaps not know to modern day middle graders. A nice two-page introduction sets up the story and from there it takes off. The remaining pages are … Continue reading
STARTALK
StarTalk is a popular podcast hosted by astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson. It is a mix of science, space, and popular culture—often with a comedic slant to the proceedings. An extension of the Startalk program on National Geographic is in the … Continue reading
MMGM for 5/21/18
The #MMGM LINKS for May 21, 2018 (Happy VICTORIA DAY in Canada! Click the flag to read each post) I have a review of THE TRUTH AS TOLD BY MASON BUTTLE from Leslie Connor. Scroll down to read or select … Continue reading
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