Duck is a relatable and believable character, both vulnerable and strong at the same time, and readers will enjoy watching her grow as the story progresses.
Author: Dr. Jen Harrison
Dr. Jen Harrison
Dr. Jen Harrison provides writing and research services as the CEO of Read.Write.Perfect. She completed her Ph.D. in Children’s and Victorian Literature at Aberystwyth University in Wales, in the UK. After a brief spell in administration, Jen then trained as a secondary school English teacher and worked for several years teaching Secondary School English, working independently as a private tutor of English, and working in nursery and primary schools. She has been an editor for the peer-reviewed journal of children’s literature, Jeunesse, and has published academic work on children’s non-fiction, YA speculative fiction, and the posthuman.
We Are Gems is a beautiful, powerful book that celebrates the voices and rights of not just Asian Americans, but all marginalized races in our society.
Evocative of a cross between a DK history book and a Where’s Waldo activity book, Ancient World Magnified is packed full of fascinating details.
The Alphabet Grand Prix is a fun take on a classic alphabet book, sure to help car enthusiasts remember their letters. Bright and dynamic pencil illustrations.
Stephanie Burgis’ The Raven Heir is an enjoyable and thought-provoking read. Everything you need for a good fantasy novel.
Emma’s Sunflower is a story about nature, seasons, and growth, but there is also a more profound message hidden within the story, about impermanence.
Happy Jack – Sad Jack, by Mark M. Bello, is a virtuous story for teaching young readers how to advocate for themselves against bullies.
The Golden Quest is a kids’ guide to financial mindfulness disguised as an awesome adventure quest. Encourage a mature relationship with money culture.
Combining Roux’s talent for monster stories with Probert’s magical illustrations, this first book in the Dungeon Academy series is as good as one would expect.
Using a progressive relaxation technique common to meditation practices, Night-Night, Body walks readers through relaxing each part of their bodies.