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Author Archives: Greg Pattridge
AN OCCASIONALLY HAPPY FAMILY
I’ve been getting quite a few requests from parents and boys looking for books with male protagonists. I have three good ones to share beginning with today’s review of AN OCCASIONALLY HAPPY FAMILY. Theo is 13 and the narrator of … Continue reading
THREADS OF PEACE
This thoroughly researched biography of these famous men is not a boring account of the history and events connected with each. Instead, you’ll be mesmerized by the story telling and gain a deep understanding about the ways and personality of … Continue reading
MMGM for August 9, 2021
Many schools around the country are up and running again this week. Click on a school bus to open up some great Middle Grade reviews and features. At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I’m reviewing GHOST GIRL … Continue reading
GHOST GIRL
Spooky, creepy, and a large dose of evil is what you’ll find in GHOST GIRL The story is both engaging and full of appealing themes for the MG audience. The characters are memorable and make the story shine. Here’s the … Continue reading
KYLE’S LITTLE SISTER
One of my favorite things to do as a kid was to read the Sunday comics. Curled up on the couch I’d unfurl the colorful pages and enjoy each comic strip. Many had story lines you had to follow for … Continue reading
MMGM for August 2, 2021
Welcome to August. This month is special with 5 Mondays of great reviews and features! Click on the high-five celebrating kids to get started. At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I’m reviewing STOWAWAY by John David Anderson. COMPLETELY … Continue reading
STOWAWAY
I’ve enjoyed John David Anderson’s books since 2016 when I was first introduced to his story telling with Ms. Bixby’s Last Day. In 2017 came Posted; 2019’s Finding Orion; and last year’s One Last Shot. All of these were heartfelt … Continue reading
Sharks at Your Service
Most humans are either scared or enthralled by these creatures of the sea. SHARKS AT YOUR SERVICE uses the voice of a child to convince readers that sharks need protection from people out to destroy their species. It’s a fascinating … Continue reading
MMGM for July 26, 2021
Click on a stack of books to open up some great Middle Grade reviews and features (Including a triple appearance of different books by Kate DiCamillo!) At ALWAYS in the MIDDLE I’m reviewing EVERYTHING TOGETHER by … Continue reading
EVERYTHING TOGETHER
The sequel to SECOND DAD SUMMER stands on its own if you haven’t read the first. I reviewed the initial story in July, 2020. It was an enjoyable time spent with young Jeremiah and his split family. With EVERYTHING TOGETHER, … Continue reading
