Tag Archives: Middle Grade Book Reviews

MORE THAN MARMALADE

Posted on May 3, 2020 by

You may know Paddington Bear from one of the many books featuring the iconic character or perhaps from two successful featured films (Paddington in 2014 and Paddington 2 in 2017). What will most likely be new to fans is the … Continue reading →

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CAMP AVERAGE—Double Foul

Posted on May 1, 2020 by

After reading the first chapter of this new sequel I was a little bit lost with so many characters. In the first ten pages I met Mackenzie (Mack), Miles, Andre, Winston, Terry, Pat, Nicole, and Makayla. Whew… how was I … Continue reading →

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Elephant’s Girl

Posted on April 26, 2020 by

Tornadoes, a girl with a mysterious past, ghostly visits, and of course elephants combine to bring the most engaging and heartwarming middle grade story of 2020. Elephant’s Girl had me from the beginning then blew me away with its satisfying … Continue reading →

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MMGM for April 20, 2020

Posted on April 20, 2020 by

            HAPPY NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK! Many of the recommendations below may have first come from that special guardian of the books. Thank you to all the librarians and support staff. You inspire those you serve! At ALWAYS in the … Continue reading →

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AGATHA ODDLY—MURDER AT THE MUSEUM

Posted on April 19, 2020 by

This British import is back with a second mystery. To be honest, I had never read Book One—THE SECRET KEY—but I had no problem getting into this new adventure. Lena Jones was not an author I’d come across in all … Continue reading →

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MMGM for April 13, 2020

Posted on April 13, 2020 by

                  Four U.S. Presidents were born in the month of April, including Thomas Jefferson born on this date in 1743. While you let that sink in enjoy these outstanding posts from our MMGM family. Click on a gold star … Continue reading →

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Misadventures of a Magician’s Son

Posted on April 12, 2020 by

There’s nothing like a little magical escapism to chase away the bad news in the world. Middle school is hard enough, but more so for Alex. He’s in a new town after his famous magician father passed away attempting to … Continue reading →

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