Greg Pattridge
6th Grade
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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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Author Archives: Greg Pattridge
DETECTIVE DOGS
Invasive species can lead to negative consequences for the environment, humans, and other living creatures. The non-fiction DETECTIVE DOGS highlights the amazing work that canines do to seek out invasive species before any damage can be done. These potential enemies … Continue reading
Marvelous Middle Grade Monday for 11/24/2025
Enjoy all these great posts from our line-up this week! ••ALWAYS in the MIDDLE is where I participate in the blog tour for MAGIC IN THE MOUNTAINS: A CHRISTMAS TRILOGY by T.E. Milburn. Read my review and also enter … Continue reading
MAGIC IN THE MOUNTAINS: A CHRISTMAS TRILOGY
The holiday season is almost here and I couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate than by joining the blog tour for MAGIC IN THE MOUNTAINS: A CHRISTMAS TRILOGY. Included in the hardback are all 3 stories from the … Continue reading
DOUBLE FEATURE FRIDAY
I’m always on the lookout this time of the year to start my holiday shopping. These two books would make a great gift for the young reader in your family. ************************************************ First up is a realistic and informative look at … Continue reading
Marvelous Middle Grade Monday for 11/17/2025
Enjoy all these great posts from our line-up this week! ••ALWAYS in the MIDDLE is where I review Labyrinth of Souls by Leslie Vedder. ••Susan Uhlig loved the hilariously scary PRESS 1 FOR INVASION. ••Jemima Pett has a lovely … Continue reading
THE LABYRINTH OF SOULS
This engaging and original fantasy will pull you in right to the gripping conclusion. With world building at its finest, the story is not only good for post-Halloween reading but any time of the year. Ix Tatterfall is a girl … Continue reading
Marvelous Middle Grade Monday for 11/10/2025
Enjoy all these great posts from our line-up this week! ••ALWAYS in the MIDDLE is where I review THE FIREFLY CROWN by Yxavel Magno Diño. ••Susan Uhlig was so impressed with THE LOST YEAR by Katherine Marsh. Set in … Continue reading
THE FIREFLY CROWN
The story started a little slow for me, but I’m glad I didn’t stop. The plot keeps deepening right through to the thrilling conclusion. The Firefly Crown is a magical story centered upon 12-year-old Yumi who narrates the tale. She … Continue reading
HOW TO SAVE AN OTTER
This first book in Kate Messner’s WILDLIFE RESCUE series is a chapter book, but a good one for those emerging middle grade readers who need something with a shorter page count. I often have parents asking me for this type … Continue reading
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