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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Category Archives: non fiction
BITE, STING, KILL!
ALWAYS in the MIDDLE participated in the recent Book Blitz for BITE, STING, KILL! I tucked it away before finally having the chance to read this engaging and visual look at some real creepy looking creatures. The four chapters include: … Continue reading
DEAR REBEL,
Here’s another fantastic addition to the Rebel Girls line-up of inspiring stories. In Dear Rebel, readers take in the advice of 145 women who motivate girls age 8 and up with letters, poems, and essays. Each provide that often much … Continue reading
TROUBLEMAKERS and SUPERPOWERS
Trauma ADHD OCD Anxiety Dyslexia Children with these types of labels often don’t fit into the regular classroom routine. They can be disruptive and feel like succeeding in life is a waste of time. Motivation to change their mind can … Continue reading
FUN WITH OCEANS & SEAS
You can find many books about the oceans, but most are text based with accompanying images. For early middle grade kids the approach author Emily Greenhalgh takes is a much better one. IN FUN WITH OCEANS AND SEAS you learn … Continue reading
SCIENCE SURPRISES
A fantastic resource to get kids excited about science. Included are ten experiments using easily obtainable materials around the house. Titles like BUILD THE BEST BIG-BUBBLE WAND and MAKE YOUR OWN MAGIC DOUGH will motivate young scientists to learn how … Continue reading
TOO MUCH TRASH
I try and get a good early morning hike in before the rush of the day gets going. Coming across animals like rabbits and squirrels along with the occasional coyote are common, and last winter I had a stare down … Continue reading
REBEL GIRLS LEVEL UP
This inspiring series continues with a look at how women are making a difference in our ever changing world of technology, video games, and the metaverse (the immersive virtual world). It’s likely their names won’t be familiar, but what they … Continue reading
WHAT ABOUT PHILOSOPHY
Kids of all ages always have questions. They usually begin with the word “What” or “Why”. This new title, first released in France, arrives in America thanks to Chronicle Books. Sixteen questions are asked and each gets a cartoon type … Continue reading
WATER! Blog Tour & Giveaway
Welcome to the Water! Blog Tour & Giveaway! Welcome to the blog tour for Water! Why Every Drop Counts and How You Can Start Making Waves to Protect It. Did you know the water in your glass could be the … Continue reading
GRAVITY
This new title from Nomad Press will not have any effect on our gravity, but the engaging format is sure to raise one’s fascination with this natural phenomenon we take for granted. Five chapters set the stage: Each chapter begins … Continue reading
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