Tag Archives: school

Truman

Posted on March 31, 2020 by AnEducationInBooks

Truman, written by Jean Reidy and illustrated by Lucy Ruth Cummins, is that rare picture book that’s both sweet and surprising (in a gentle, literary way). Truman is a turtle, and from his perspective, we see all of the details … Continue reading →

Posted in Picture books, Power of pets | Tagged first day of school, picture books, school | 2 Comments

Camo Girl

Posted on August 1, 2019 by AnEducationInBooks

Kekla Magoon‘s middle grade novel Camo Girl is unexpected in all the best ways. Ella, the narrator, is friends with Z, the strangest boy in the whole grade. Both of them are ostracized, and they cope by creating an imaginary … Continue reading →

Posted in Children's novels, Michigan author/illustrator, social issues, strong characters, Voice | Tagged bullying, family, middle grade, school | Leave a comment

Waiting for Normal

Posted on May 7, 2018 by AnEducationInBooks

When Addie and Mommers move into a lonely trailer across from a parking lot filled with potholes and a minimart gas station, Mommers is less than thrilled, but Addie makes the best of it. In fact, Addie does almost everything, … Continue reading →

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My Teacher is a Monster! No, I Am Not!

Posted on November 10, 2014 by AnEducationInBooks

When Bobby goes to the park, the last thing he expects to see is his teacher. It’s his nightmare come true, and his teacher’s too. My favourite part shows Bobby on the park bench beside his monster teacher, raising his hand. By the end … Continue reading →