BOUNCE!

Posted on October 25, 2024 by Greg Pattridge

Although BOUNCE! A Scientific History of Rubber has the look of a picture book, the content inside will appeal to middle grade readers. In an easy to understand way, the various chemical properties of rubber are explained. The section titles hint at the more technical nature of the book: Why is rubber stretchy? Why does rubber melt in the heat and get brittle in the cold? and How can rubber be molded and shaped?

Vivid, color illustrations appear throughout. They add meaning to the text and are fun to look at again. The more serious side of rubber is covered in the Author’s Note.

Indigenous people were the first to be mistreated as they worked in areas where natural rubber grows. Present day brings long hours and low pay for people who harvest natural rubber. There is also the environmental impact of rubber as it is difficult to recycle, and latex balloons create other problems for animals.

The short 48 pages end with a detailed timeline and bibliography. BOUNCE! is the perfect choice as a read aloud and discussion starter. Kudos to the author and illustrator for such an appealing format.

BOOK BIRTHDAY: October 22, 2024

ABOUT THE AUTHOR/ILLUSTRATOR

Sarah Albee writes children’s books for many age groups and under a number of pseudonyms. She has had three of her books appear on the New York Times Bestseller list. Before she began her career as a children’s book writer and editor, Sarah was a newspaper cartoonist and a semiprofessional basketball player. These days she lives in Connecticut with her husband and three children.

Eileen Ryan Ewen is the illustrator of many books for children, including H is for Honey Bee, Jonas Hanway’s Scurrilous Scandalous Shockingly Sensational Umbrella, and Nature’s Friend: The Gwen Frostic Story. 

Instagram:

Sarah Albee: @sarahjalbee

Eileen Ryan Ewen: @eileenryanewen

Charlesbridge: @charlesbridgepublishing

Blue Slip Media: @blue_slip_media 

Facebook:

Sarah Albee: @sarah.albee

Eileen Ryan Ewen: Eileen Ryan Ewen

Charlesbridge: Charlesbridge Publishing

Blue Slip Media: @blue-slip-media 

Twitter/X:

Sarah Albee: @sarahalbee

Eileen Ryan Ewen: N/A

Charlesbridge: @Charlesbridge

Blue Slip Media: @blueslipper & @barbfisch

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MMGM for October 21, 2024

Posted on October 21, 2024 by Greg Pattridge

 

ALWAYS in the MIDDLE features a review of THE SHAPE OF LOST THINGS by Sarah Everett.

Carol Baldwin welcomes a new young reviewer! Lucie B. reviews The Swamp of Doom.

Kasey Giard @ The Story Sanctuary reviews From the Desk of Lizzie Lazowski by Melody Bremen

Sue Heavenrich at Archimedes Notebook has a fun STEM nonfiction book for younger MG readers: Bounce! A Scientific History of Rubber.

Stephanie Robinson @ Fairday’s Blog reviews The Clackity by Lora Senf. 

Jennifer Rummel has a review of the pizza themed The Truth about Triangles.

Rosi Hollinbeck has a review and GIVEAWAY of PLAGUES THIEVES. Rosi also shares 3 links of interest for her writing friends.

Karen Yingling at Mrs. Yingling Reads has an MMGM book to share every day. Check out her MMGM choice for this week and my favorite review from last week: SECOND TO NONE.

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THE SHAPE OF LOST THINGS

Posted on October 20, 2024 by Greg Pattridge

Skye Nickson is 12 years old. She has the typical friend drama at school, but for the past four years she has been dealing with the aftermath of a terrible event in her family. Dad disappeared with her older brother and no one has been able to find them.

She misses Finn dearly including his jokes and the secrets they kept. She also misses her dad although there’s no answer as to why he would disconnect from the family with her brother along for the ride. Police have found very little trace of where they went, possibly out of the country.

Shortly after Finn’s 14th MIA birthday she and her mom always celebrate, they get a call that Finn has been found alone on an Arizona highway. He returns home and is a different brother. He’s taller and much quieter, seemingly not remembering any of the good times they shared. Skye doesn’t like the change and begins questioning whether this is the real Finn and just what change means.

The first person narration shines through 18 chapters. Just like Skye, readers will long for answers. Where did Finn and Dad go for 4 long years? Has Finn even been in school? Where is Dad now? Why is Finn acting so weird and distant?

Most of the questions are eventually answered in compelling ways. It’s through Skye’s changing relationship with Finn and changes taking place with her friends at school that Skye find the voice to face each of them. The story is hard to put down as the truth unfolds in gripping fashion. The plot for THE SHAPE OF LOST THINGS is a rare one featuring parental abduction that will have great interest for the intended middle grade audience.

BOOK BIRTHDAY: October 22. 2024. PAGE COUNT: 272

FIVE MORE THINGS TO LIKE ABOUT: THE SHAPE OF LOST THINGS by Sarah Everett

  1. Skye has an old Polaroid camera she uses to take frequent photos of the life happening around her. It’s a perfect way to reveal what pictures are important to her and the ones that never got taken.
  2. Everything is honest and realistic both in the way Skye handles her brother’s reappearance and with the friend interaction at school. Nice doses of drama.
  3. The cover is a winner with Skye trying to connect the pieces as she stares at her lost brother. This book will be picked up by many just by the cover.
  4. The positive adult role models and the therapy sessions Skye must go through are coping strategies that are a must for this situation. Well done and thought out to include these.
  5. The wonderful lesson about accepting change in one’s life.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Sarah Everett is the author of several books for teens. Charlotte’s Web was the first book that ever made her cry, and while she despises spiders, she still has an abiding love of stories that move her. When she is not reading or writing, she is dreaming about summer, gearing up for her next travel adventure, perfecting her tree pose, or yodeling with her dog. She lives in western Canada. (For more about Sarah’s books visit her author webpage)

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KEYSTONE SPECIES

Posted on October 18, 2024 by Greg Pattridge

Nomad Press adds another impressive title to their lineup of ecology related books with KEYSTONE SPECIES. Featured are 9 animals species who if eliminated could lead to the collapse of their ecosystem. Included are SHARKS, GRAY WOLVES, BEAVERS, ALLIGATORS, BEES, FLYING FOXES, WILDEBEESTS, BISON, AND CORALS.

Each chapter begins with cartoon panels as young scientists are introduced to the specie. An essential question guides your reading. Sections on their role, threats, and conservation efforts give a clear view of the problems facing the animals. It’s essential reading as not all of these species are favorites of humans. Colored photographs throughout are excellent.

There are many new words as you are reading, but each one is defined in the handy WORDS TO KNOW box either on the page you are reading or the next one. A great time saver from having to look them up in the back page glossary.

As in all the ecology books by Nomad Press there are also QR codes that take you out to the internet for deeper learning via videos or graphics. Well worth your time exploring. There’s even a CLASSROOM GUIDE you can use.

The chapters end with science activities and critical thinking exercises. These are extensions of what was learned and would work great in a classroom or home school environment.

KEYSTONE SPECIES is a must have for anyone teaching or learning about our ecosystems.

PAGE COUNT: 128

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MMGM for October 14, 2024

Posted on October 14, 2024 by Greg Pattridge

 

ALWAYS in the MIDDLE features a review of MATT SPROUTS AND THE DAY NORA ATE THE SUN by Matt Eicheldinger.

Jemima Pett has a review of Awful Auntie by David Walliams. She calls it brilliant, scary, hilarious….

Susan Uhlig was inspired by GUT REACTION by Kirby Larson and Quinn Wyatt. Susan also reviewed Patricia Maclachlan’s final book in her gifted writing career, PAINTING THE GAME.

Natalie Aguirre at Literary Rambles has an interview with debut author Adrian So and a giveaway of his MG The Groundworld Heroes. Let’s give this young author our support at the start of his writing career!

Sue Heavenrich at Archimedes Notebook reviews Mary Anning and Paleontology for Kids: Her Life and Discoveries, with 21 Activities by Stephanie Bearce.

Valinora Troy shares her thoughts on TIMELIGHT by Faith Conlon.

Kasey Giard @ The Story Sanctuary reviews Squire & Knight: Wayward Travelers by Scott Chantler.

Patricia Tilton at Children’s Books Heal reviews Out of My Dreams by Sharon M. Draper.

Jennifer Rummel is talking about the Graphic novel: Sink or Swim.

Rosi Hollinbeck reviews THE HOTEL BALZAAR by Kate DiCamillo. Rosi also shares 3 links of interest for her writing friends.

Faith Hough has a review of Final Word (The Winterton Deception #1), by Janet Sumner Johnson.

Karen Yingling at Mrs. Yingling Reads has an MMGM book to share every day. Check out her MMGM choice for this week and my favorite review from last week: TAKE THE SHOT.

Brenda @Log Cabin Library reviews Unsinkable Cayenne by Jessica Vitalis.

EXTRA! EXTRA! On Tuesday of this week you can read an interview featuring two of our regular MMGM reviewers. Valinora Troy interviews Maria Antonia about her new picture book release, THE CHRISTMAS ELEPHANT.

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MATT SPROUTS AND THE DAY NORA ATE THE SUN by Matt Eicheldinger

Posted on October 13, 2024 by Greg Pattridge

Matt Sprouts returns in his second book after the successful Matt Sprouts and the Curse of the Ten Broken Toes. There are references to the first story, but this one reads fine on its’ own.

Twelve-year-old Matt has a new challenge just as summer vacation is under way. Dad wants him to build character by getting a job. Matt finds one and it only involves taking care of a neighbor’s goat named Nora. Should work fine given Matt’s already busy schedule that includes soccer and cross country practice along with helping his bestie, Grace, with her science fair project.

Unfortunately for Matt, best laid plans go awry thanks to Nora. She frequently gets out of her pen and has some rather mysterious behaviors. There’s also a strange man named Jason who seems to be after Matt to even the score.

Matt’s first person narration is kid-like and his dealings with a younger brother and Nora are often hilarious and heartwarming. The idea that we all have a backpack that carries our true story was a perfect one to use as a way to see others more honestly. The 30 chapters move along at a nice pace with a perfect ending. An epilogue sets up book 3 which readers will anxiously be awaiting.

Matt Sprouts and The Day Nora Ate the Sun is a gift of great story telling for middle grade readers.

PAGE COUNT: 304 BOOK BIRTHDAY: September 3, 2024

FIVE MORE THINGS TO LIKE ABOUT: MATT SPROUTS AND THE DAY NORA ATE THE SUN by Matt Eicheldinger

  1. B.J. is a new character and his inclusion added even more mystery to the tale. The lesson of don’t always judge until you have all the facts couldn’t be more true with B.J.
  2. Fun pencil like drawings often appear to break up the text. Many of them will make you smile or laugh.
  3. If you have never been around a goat, you will learn a lot about their unique behavior. Nora stole the show in this one.
  4. It’s a tough writing task to make all the characters memorable, but this endearing cast succeeded.
  5. Understanding and its importance was the perfect theme. A great lesson for kids and adults.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Matt Eicheldinger wasn’t always a writer. He spent most of his childhood playing soccer, reading comics, and trying his best to stay out of trouble. Little did he know those moments would ultimately help craft his first novel, Matt Sprouts and the Curse of Ten Broken Toes. 

Matt lives in Minnesota with his wife and two children, and tries to create new adventures with them whenever possible. When he’s not writing, you can find him telling students stories in his classroom, or trail running along the Minnesota River Bottoms.

Matt is represented by agent Dani Segelbaum of Arc Literary Management. He is set to release five books in 2024/2025.

(For more about Matt, visit his author website)

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SOPHIE

Posted on October 11, 2024 by Greg Pattridge

This new graphic novel series has enough charm and humor to entice even the most reluctant reader. Sophie, a lovable chocolate lab, is the star of the series. The first two volumes are set to be released next Tuesday, October 15th.

In the first book, Jurassic Bark, we meet Sophie who gets full attention from the man and lady of the house. That’s the way it is supposed to be for dogs. Right? Not so fast as suddenly a baby arrives, an attention grabbing little brother named Doug. Add to that are two scheming cats and a few irritating squirrels.

Sophie first tries to get rid of Doug but soon they become partners. With his active imagination, Sophie takes Doug on several fantasy adventures. They go searching for the Temple of the Lost Cookie, fight the bad guys disguised as The Canine Crusader and Cat Baby, and take a trip into outer space.

The brightly colored comic style panels will have you zipping through the 224 pages and leaving a satisfied smile on your face.

More fun can be had in Volume 2, Frankenstein’s Hound. Sophie has new challenges as the cats are seemingly trying to take over the world. There’s also a new litter of foster pups who are all adopted except Jack. He and Sophie team up for a battle against the Ninja Socks. By the final page you will be wishing for more Sophie and her fun way of dealing with adversity.

I know Sophie will be in high demand. Kids always pick up the colorful books first. They won’t be disappointed. Sophie will win them over in every scene.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR Brian Anderson is the author of The Conjurers trilogy and several picture books. He is also an optioned screenwriter and the creator of the syndicated comic strip “Dog Eat Doug.” He lives in North Carolina with his family, which includes a herd of rescued dogs and cats. Find him at www.brianandersonwriter.com.

ABOUT MARBLE PRESS
Marble Press, an esteemed children’s book publisher, is dedicated to nurturing young minds through captivating storytelling. With a commitment to excellence, Marble Press crafts a diverse array of literature that inspires, educates, and entertains children and young adults worldwide. Our mission is to create books that will inspire your child, books that will challenge their imagination and ignite their curiosity.


Through our website, marblepress.com, readers can explore our collection of thoughtfully curated books, each designed to spark curiosity and foster a lifelong love of reading. Join us on a journey of imagination and discovery with Marble Press.

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MMGM for October 7, 2024

Posted on October 7, 2024 by Greg Pattridge

 

ALWAYS in the MIDDLE features a review of SYLVIA DOE AND THE 100-YEAR FLOOD by Robert Beatty.

Brenda at Log Cabin Library reviews The Shape of Lost Things by Sarah Everett .

Patricia Tilton at Children’s Books Heal is reviewing Undaunted Ursula Franklin: Activist, Educator, Scientist by Monica Franklin & Erin Della Mattia.  It is a wonderful story about an unknown Canadian woman, written by her daughter.

Jennifer Rummel has a graphic novel to share: Buckle Up.

Kasey Giard @ The Story Sanctuary reviews Wildflower Emily by Lydia Corry/

Linda Browne is back with the October edition of Bookcase Bizarro. She reviews Cherie Dimaline’s Into the Bright Open.

Stephanie Robinson at Fairday’s Blog features Unsinkable Cayenne by Jessica Vitalis.

Valinora Troy gives us a look at Ghostlines by Katya Balen.

Rosi Hollinbeck reviews COYOTE LOST AND FOUND by Dan Gemeinhart. Rosi also shares 3 links of interest for her writing friends and there’s more news about her new dog, Mango.

Karen Yingling at Mrs. Yingling Reads has an MMGM book to share every day. Check out her MMGM choice for this week and my favorite review from last week: THE KIDS IN MRS. Z’s CLASS.

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SYLVIA DOE AND THE 100-YEAR FLOOD

Posted on October 6, 2024 by Greg Pattridge

Sylvia Doe is 13 and her favorite place is the home she has known for 9 years: The Highground Home for Children in North Carolina. She especially loves the horses and helping Mason, the caretaker of the property. Most kids stay a short time at the home, always getting fostered out. Sylvia does too, but she always runs away and returns. The Highground Home is her special place.

When a powerful hurricane causes massive flooding in the valley, she rides Kitty Hawk in hopes of finding missing horses from the stable. Sylvia sees a lot of strange things that don’t belong, including an unconscious boy floating down the river. She immediately takes off into the river and pulls the boy out. This is just the beginning of their adventure.

It’s gripping start and one you can’t stop reading. The movie-like book trailer does a fantastic job of setting up the plot.

The third person narration takes readers through 36 chapters and an epilogue. The rest of the story focuses on discovering just where her new friend Jorna came from. I won’t mention any of the surprising twists and turns so as to not spoil the reading experience for others who give this book a go. It’s a real page turner.

BOOK BIRTHDAY: October 8, 2024 PAGE COUNT: 320

FIVE MORE THINGS TO LIKE ABOUT: SYLVIA DOE AND THE 100-YEAR FLO0D by Robert Beatty

  1. The changing environment in this area of North Carolina is an excellent support for the story’s ecology aspects. Also featured are many of Sylvia entries from her field guide she created about the animals she has encountered. A very visual learning tool.
  2. The ending is heartwarming and perfect. I did figure out many pages ahead of where this was heading, but it didn’t detract from my enjoyment of seeing the plot end this way.
  3. A strong female protagonist was not only welcome, but a great way to get girls and boys reading.
  4. Sylvia and Jorna have a bond that grows with each passing scene. It’s a special relationship, one you will remember. There is an innocent kiss handled with ease for a middle grade audience.
  5. Adventure, Friendship, and a fast paced story are just what young readers ask for- Look no further than SYLVIA DOE and the 100-Year Flood.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Robert Beatty is the #1 New York Times best-selling author of the Serafina
Series, the Willa Series, and Sylvia Doe — all published by Disney-Hyperion.

Loved by both young readers and adults alike, his books are being taught in over
a thousand classrooms nationwide and have been translated into over twenty
languages across the world. Over ONE MILLION of his books have been sold.

The award-winning Serafina Series is a spooky mystery-thriller about a brave
and unusual cat-like girl who lives secretly in the basement of the grand Biltmore Estate, surrounded by the opulence of the Gilded Age and the rugged beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Serafina and the Black Cloak, the first book in the series, won the Southern Book Prize in 2016. All four books in the series became New York Times bestsellers.

Mr. Beatty’s second project was the #1 New York Times best-selling Willa of the
Wood Series, the story of a young forest girl with ancient magical powers who
struggles for survival and understanding in the Great Smoky Mountains. The
Willa books are in the early stages of being developed into a live action television
series by Lionsgate.

His latest book, Sylvia Doe and the 100-Year Flood, is the tale of a lonely 13-
year-old girl and a powerful, magical storm that forever changes her life. The
award-winning author Kwame Alexander called it, “Magical realism at its best.”
Both Kirkus and Publishers Weekly awarded Sylvia Doe with a prestigious
STARRED REVIEW.

Robert Beatty lives in the mountains of Asheville, North Carolina with his wife and
place. He writes full-time now, but in his past lives, Mr. Beatty was one of the
early pioneers of cloud computing, the founder/CEO of Plex Systems, the co-
founder of Beatty Robotics, and the chairman/CTO of Narrative Magazine. In
2007, he was named an Entrepreneur of the Year.

When asked about the inspiration for his writing, Robert said, “My books are
inspired by my desire to write about heroic young girls for my three daughters.”

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Poppy and Marigold

Posted on October 4, 2024 by Greg Pattridge

Blue citizens are absolutely superior to all others, especially ignorant, uncivilized Orange. Poppy has been taught this relentlessly for twelve years. But when she accidentally crosses the forbidden border and is befriended by Marigold—a tangerine-skinned girl—and her kind-but-quirky family, Poppy is forced to rethink everything. Questioning that Blue is Best or the rest of the 50 Rules governing Poppy’s world would get her sent to a dangerous Detention Center. Or worse. But how can she return to her blindly obedient, anti-Orange life now that she knows the truth?

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The setting is a place separated by history and color. Red, orange, yellow and blue mark the separate areas. Citizens’ skin color match their particular area.

Poppy is blue and Marigold is orange. When these 12-year-olds first meet it’s only the beginning of an unlikely friendship. In Poppy’s land it is illegal and life threatening to cross the border and interact with another color.

The third person narration shines through twenty-five chapters. Friendship and discovering deep rooted misconceptions form the backdrop. The ending is gripping as people from the colored coded lands face-off with devastating results. Thankfully there is still hope.

Poppy and Marigold is a good choice for a read-aloud in a classroom. The story would also make a great starting point for discussion. The author includes 14 questions to get you started following the perceptive Acknowledgment page.

Fantasy lovers have a unique story to add to their reading list and one even adults would enjoy.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

(For more visit Meg’s author website)

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