pickThis is a cute read about a first crush and friendship, both online and IRL, with plenty of reminders about responsible online behavior. Ingrid is 13 and much more comfortable in her online persona than in the real world of middle school. I had to suspend disbelief a bit to follow Ingrid in her lack of realization, but it was a sweet story. This is MG but also on the edge of YA in its focus on relationships.
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I meant to start this book a bit earlier over break, but I guess it was meant for today. Always fun to read something on the day it‘s set.
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My choice for the “dedication you loved“ #ISpyBingo square.
A rather harrowing middle-grade memoir about growing up Jewish in the Soviet Union, which honestly sounds as awful as any Western propaganda portrayed it. His family has secrets it's dangerous to ask about, and they worry he won't be “useful“ to the state--until they discover the drawings he made while sleeping under a table. The whimsical pictures break up the trauma somewhat. cont.
pickSai has grown up with a conman for a father, but her apprenticeship with a mapmaker gives her a chance to board a ship and explore a new land. A Newbery award winner, the story focuses on looking past first impressions and being willing to stand up for what's right. It also delves into family loyalty and the importance of love over power. A perfect read with my middle-grade kiddo and a fun adventure story for anyone!
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September is not a month I would like to revisit, but I did like this middle grade book set in 1980‘s Delaware.
so-soI have waited eagerly for this book for a long time and have mixed feelings about the ending. I think it's a very intriguing and enticing series but feel that Pullman has changed his style a bit in this last one. Now he's rather more direct with his social commentary, and I'm not sure I'm satisfied with the way he wrapped up the numerous character arcs and other ideas if this really is the end. I still have questions! ⬇️
I will make an attempt to use Litsy a lot more this year. Just finished listening to this incredible #middlegrade novel. Highly recommend!
