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Kerry’s Party Sunday – Linda Dobinson

Latest Booktube Video ranks all the books I read in February. While you probably know where this one stands based on my review...but check out the video to see the rest! The Written Review: ★★★★ ½ 'Where are you going to go?' 'London,' said Leroy decisively. Kerry's Saturday was crazy busy - with the dog kidnapping among… Continue reading Kerry’s Party Sunday – Linda Dobinson

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The Tale of Peter Rabbit – Beatrix Potter

★★★★★ Once upon a time there was four litter Rabbits, and their names were - Flopsy, Mopsy, Cotton-tail, and Peter. Old Mrs. Rabbit has to run a few errands and has to leave her children home, alone, for a few hours. Before she goes, she makes sure to clearly tell them: "...you may go into the fields… Continue reading The Tale of Peter Rabbit – Beatrix Potter

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How to Bake for Beginners – Mahy Elamin

★★★★ Baking has brightened my life, and I hope this book brings you the joy, happiness, and love baking offers. Baking. We see it everywhere - from the afternoons with grandma to the Great British Baking Show to Bon Appetit on YouTube - but what exactly is involved? What exactly is the difference between creaming, folding… Continue reading How to Bake for Beginners – Mahy Elamin

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Nooks & Crannies – Jessica Lawson

★★★★★ If only life were a book, and I could choose precisely what part I played. Tabitha Crum is absolutely obsessed with mystery novels. Her pet mouse, aka Pemberley aka her assistant detective, is her only friend in the world. Her parents fed and clothed her...but they never went beyond the most basic of caretaking needs: Love, Tabitha Crum,… Continue reading Nooks & Crannies – Jessica Lawson

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Search & Find Toddlers Around Town -Hannah Sun

★★★★ So, come on. Let's travel together and see what we can find! This cute little search-and-find book has bold and adorable illustrations designed to keep your toddler busy on the go! Each two-page spread contains a different scenario, such as a trip to the supermarket, playdates in the park, a play, skiing and more. At the… Continue reading Search & Find Toddlers Around Town -Hannah Sun

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Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Egypt – Morgan E. Moroney

★★★★ Though much has been lost to the sands of time, the magic of these stories, and the incredible artifacts that represent them, continue to inspire us today. Ancient Egypt was truly a wild time - from the flooding of the Nile to their innovative ways - the modern world will never forget the influence of… Continue reading Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Egypt – Morgan E. Moroney

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Animal Kind – Emma Lock

Ahhh! It's stunning! This little book contains several true short stories about how animals - of all ages and species - change the lives of their humans. Zak - ★★★★★ Deep from within the many cozy layers of blankets hugging the bed came a startled, almost cough-like "woof." Heather was a little girl when her father… Continue reading Animal Kind – Emma Lock

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Archibald Finch and the Lost Witches – Michel Guyon & Zina Kostich (illustrator)

★★★★★ It's the calm before the storm. Or perhaps simply a lull before the next one. Archibald Finch and his family (mom, dad and older sister (Hailee)) just moved into his Grandma's scary old manor. Archibald spends the first few days exploring...and stumbles upon a mysterious globe. It has weird and strange illustrations of creepy and impossible… Continue reading Archibald Finch and the Lost Witches – Michel Guyon & Zina Kostich (illustrator)

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Stone Fox – John Reynolds Gardiner

★ I honestly have not gotten whiplash like that in years. The First 95%  Me: This is a classic novel. A book to be read with dignity and grace. Young William needs to save the farm, the crops and above all, his grandfather. Also me: They call him Little Willy. *uncontrollable giggles*  The Last 5%  What. The. Absolute.… Continue reading Stone Fox – John Reynolds Gardiner

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The Story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg – Susan B. Katz

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ She didn't give up on her dream of being a lawyer because she was living in a man's world. Instead, she chose to change the world.. The Notorious RBG - that's Ruth Bader Ginsburg - is a truly remarkable woman. Ever since she was a kid she fought against injustices - whether it be the… Continue reading The Story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg – Susan B. Katz