Category Archives: non fiction

HOW TO SPEAK ANIMAL

Posted on January 20, 2023 by Greg Pattridge

Last month I participated in the blog tour for HOW TO SPEAK ANIMAL, a new NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC KIDS title. Now that I have had a chance to actually read the 176 page book it’s time to share all the things … Continue reading →

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ELECTRICITY — CIRCUITS, STATIC, AND ELECTROMAGNETS

Posted on December 30, 2022 by Greg Pattridge

It’s everywhere. In our homes, schools, offices, on the train, in our cars—even inside our bodies! Electricity: Circuits, Static, and Electromagnets with Hands-On Science Activities explores the science of electricity and the technology we’ve developed to harness the energy to … Continue reading →

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CAN’T GET ENOUGH SPACE STUFF

Posted on December 9, 2022 by Greg Pattridge

Space has never been more fun with this new title from National Geographic KiDS. Geared toward the younger side of middle grade (7-10 years), the 128 pages are filled with colorful photos and art work, joke pages that will make … Continue reading →

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IT’S A NUMBERS GAME! FOOTBALL

Posted on December 2, 2022 by Greg Pattridge

Last September I was a part of the blog tour for the newest title in the IT’S A NUMBERS GAME! series. I finally had a chance to read the book myself. They just might have saved the best for last … Continue reading →

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SNOOPY CANNONBALL!

Posted on November 25, 2022 by Greg Pattridge

It’s amazing that the first Peanut’s strip appeared on October 2, 1950 in seven newspapers. Now 72 years later the group feels like old friends.The creator of Peanuts would have turned 100 years old tomorrow (November 26). What better way … Continue reading →

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THE ANTIRACIST KID

Posted on November 11, 2022 by Greg Pattridge

How does someone not old enough to vote make the world a better place? They might want to start with this new book focusing on the tools to combat systemic racism and injustice. Three sections help plant the seed: – … Continue reading →

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DINOSAUR ATLAS

Posted on October 28, 2022 by Greg Pattridge

Big, Bold, and Beautiful! Those three words not only describe the dinosaurs but also this book dedicated to their existence on Earth.. The National Geographic KIDS title is Big (almost 11 x 14 inches). The Bold and Beautiful are all … Continue reading →

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PIECE BY PIECE

Posted on October 21, 2022 by Greg Pattridge

I’m more than pleased to be today’s tour stop for Piece By Piece with my featured review of this new title, but first a big thank you to Blue Slip Media (Instagram; Facebook) and Amazon Publishing (Instagram; Twitter) for including … Continue reading →

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HERO FOR THE HUNGRY

Posted on August 26, 2022 by Greg Pattridge

The amazing story of an Iowa farm boy whose life’s work impacted the world comes to life in this compelling biography. Norman Ernest Borlaug is likely a man you never heard of, but his work in developing higher yielding wheat … Continue reading →

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ULTIMATE FOOD ATLAS and a GIVEAWAY!

Posted on August 12, 2022 by Greg Pattridge

Okay, now I’m hungry. This unique atlas is a wonderful guide to the foods around the world. Visit the 6 continents in any order to find out the unique food and tastes in that part of the world. An Ocean … Continue reading →

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