Category Archives: Middle Grade Book Reviews

MAYBE MAYBE MARISOL RAINEY

Posted on May 2, 2021 by Greg Pattridge

Growing up is full of challenges like the one Marisol faces. She’s scared to climb the big tree in her backyard even though her friend Jada does it with ease. How will she ever get over her fear? A gentle … Continue reading →

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Nina Soni Master of the Garden

Posted on April 30, 2021 by Greg Pattridge

Nina Soni returns in the third episode of her story. Check out my review of previous titles, Nina Soni Former Best Friend and Nina Soni Sister Fixer. This new tale comes at a perfect time as many of us are … Continue reading →

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RESCUE AT LAKE WILD

Posted on April 25, 2021 by Greg Pattridge

Everyone knows that twelve-year-old Madison “Madi” Lewis is not allowed to bring home any more animals. After she’s saved hairless mice, two birds, a rabbit, and a stray tom cat that ended up destroying the front porch, Madi’s parents decide … Continue reading →

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EARTH BOY

Posted on April 23, 2021 by Greg Pattridge

A new original graphic novel from the team behind the New York Times bestselling Plants vs. Zombies comics, Paul Tobin and Ron Chan! Benson, young teen boy with dreams of venturing into space and becoming a Galactic Ranger, is given … Continue reading →

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BENEATH THE WAVES

Posted on April 22, 2021 by Greg Pattridge

Happy Earth Day! What better way to recognize this important date than by introducing a new book from National Geographic KIDS. Beneath the Waves is a true celebration of our most precious resource. The ocean is full of mystery and … Continue reading →

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IT DOESN’T TAKE A GENIUS

Posted on April 18, 2021 by Greg Pattridge

I wracked my brain and couldn’t find another book like this—a sequel to a movie. That’s right. IT DOESN’T TAKE A GENIUS is the continuation of gifted Emmett Charles coming of age story. If you missed the 2019 movie like … Continue reading →

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MARS IS

Posted on April 16, 2021 by Greg Pattridge

HiRISE (High Resolution Imaging Science Experiment) is the most advance camera ever sent into space. Scientists attached the camera to a spacecraft orbiting Mars and since 2006, pictures have been streaming back to Earth. Many of the colorful images are … Continue reading →

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IT’S A NUMBERS GAME! BASEBALL

Posted on April 14, 2021 by Greg Pattridge

Major league baseball season is in full swing and there’s a lot more to the game than balls and strikes. Last month ALWAYS in the MIDDLE participated in the Book Blast for IT’S A NUMBERS GAME! BASEBALL. The big Giveaway … Continue reading →

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THE MEDUSA QUEST

Posted on April 11, 2021 by Greg Pattridge

This second title in the Legends of Olympus series will appeal to adventure seekers and those interested in Greek Mythology. If you start with book 2 you’ll have no problem picking up the plot from where it left off. The … Continue reading →

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HOMER ON THE CASE

Posted on April 4, 2021 by Greg Pattridge

Homing pigeon Homer and his parrot friend Lulu learn something is afoul when they witness four-legged criminals stealing valuables from both the animal and human communities. Using the sleuthing techniques he’s gathered from his favorite mystery comics, Homer and Lulu … Continue reading →

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