Kids Books - Children
One Wish (13 Treasures Trilogy)
By Michelle Harrison
This book introduces a younger version of the famous Tanya Fairchild from the 13 Treasures trilogy. Tanya has the gift to see fairies, but they don't like to be seen. Soon, Tanya meets a boy with the same ability. I plan on reading this book very soon.
Write On! (Katie Kazoo, Switcheroo (Pb))
By Nancy Krulik
I read this book at a very young age, but it is still one of my favorites. In this misadventure, Katie's favorite author is coming to school. But when Katie forgets to read her newest book, she is forced to experience being the author. Very inspirational for kid writers!
The Little Leftover Witch
By Florence Laughlin
When Felina the witch wrecks her broom and is forced to live with a human family, life gets a bit unusual. This was a sweet story about family and friendship. My favorite part was the Christmas morning scene. That chapter shows you that this book is not just for Halloween.
Helen Keller (DK Biography)
By Leslie Garrett, Annie Tremmel Wilcox
Helen Keller was a girl who became blind and deaf. Despite these huge obstacles, she grew up to be an amazing woman. The biography tells us about her childhood and how she loved to write. I was totally able to relate to that and standing tall in life.
Sophie Simon Solves Them All
By Lisa Graff
Sophie Simon is a curious genius. However, her parents would rather see her make friends than operate on earth worms. Meanwhile, three other kids have their own problems: a girl in a nasty ballet class, a struggling journalist, and a shy boy. Lisa Graff presents a unique outlook on childhood.
Bigger than a Bread Box
By Laurel Snyder
I loved this book and recommend it to all my 4th grade students. The story follows a middle-school student named Rebecca. In the beginning, her life appears to be happy and ordinary. Suddenly, everything changes. One night, her parents get into a terrible fight, and her mom decides to move the family from Baltimore to Georgia to live with Gran. In Gran's attic, Rebecca ends up finding a magical breadbox. Will the magic be strong enough to make her family whole again? Bigger than a Breadbox is absolutely fantastic. It is so beautifully written. Laurel Snyder is wonderful.
The Marvelous Magic of Miss Mabel (Poppy Pendle)
By Natasha Lowe
This book tells the story of Poppy's great grandmother, Mabel Ratcliff's childhood. Mabel is a spunky young witch with a passion for experimenting spells. As time passes, she becomes a legend. My favorite part was when Mabel adopts a girl from her local orphanage. Her love for orphans is wonderful!
The Courage of Cat Campbell (Poppy Pendle)
By Natasha Lowe
Cat Campbell wants to be a witch and doesn't understand why her mother, Poppy gave that up. For a while, Cat pretends to be a witch. But when she inherits the gift for real, Poppy is mortified. Will Cat ever do her passion? Cat behaves like the famous Ramona Quimby.
Penny Dreadful
By Laurel Snyder
Penelope lives a rich life with her working parents. She has great books and toys, but she feels that her life is too boring. Soon, she wishes for something to happen and after a disaster, Penelope's family moves to Tennessee. Penelope makes great friends and has more kid fun.
The Guardians: Nicholas St. North and the Battle of the Nightmare King; E. Aster Bunnymund and the Warrior Eggs at the Earth's Core!; Toothiana, Queen of the Tooth Fairy Armies
By William Joyce
Because I have it at home and it is awesome but I havent read the 5th book yet! I love William Joyces Series!