Hatchet, by Gary Paulsen, is a gripping adventure and an unforgettable story of survival and determination, and challenges readers to imagine their strengths.
Author: Bianca Schulze
Bianca Schulze
Bianca Schulze is the founder of The Children’s Book Review. She is a reader, reviewer, mother and children’s book lover. She also has a decade’s worth of experience working with children in the great outdoors. Combined with her love of books and experience as a children’s specialist bookseller, the goal is to share her passion for children’s literature to grow readers. Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, she now lives with her husband and three children near Boulder, Colorado.
Esperanza Rising is an inspiring story, leaving readers with a sense of hope and reminding us that, no matter what hardships come our way.
El Deafo is an autobiographical story based loosely on author Cece Bell’s childhood and growing up hearing impaired. It’s a refreshing and empowering work.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid is an exceptionally captivating tale of a young protagonist’s journey that began with tiny daily entries on a website.
Judy Blume’s Blubber is a reminder of the consequences of bullying, and it encourages readers to stand up to this sort of abuse when they encounter it.
Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing is the first of five books in a SUPER entertaining series about Peter Warren Hatcher and his younger brother Fudge.
Frindle, by Andrew Clements, is a must-read for anyone who loves language and enjoys a good story. It’s an especially great choice for a teacher to read aloud.
Todd Parr shares his journey to becoming an author and illustrator, inspired by his struggles in school and desire to help kids feel better about themselves.
Set sail with hilarious author Mike Allegra and talented illustrator Jenn Harney on a grand adventure like no other, Pirate and Penguin.
Come and embark on an exhilarating book tour journey of self-discovery with Kate Searle’s picture book, My Soul Treasure!