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APRIL ISSUE
Our April line-up includes interviews with Jerry Pallotta, Ellan Rankin, David Hillman, Kailei Pew, Jonathan Todd, Once Upon a Dance, Dianne White, and Emma Bland Smith!
Conrad Storad introduces us to the real Woody Woodpecker, Judy Newman writes a Dear Jerry letter, and Nick Spake reviews Bluey: The Sign!
And be sure to check out our newest book reviews, spring reading list, and special submissions by kid writers! It's all inside!
FEATURES
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Jerry Pallotta
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Ellan Rankin
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David Hillman
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Kailei Pew
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Jonathan Todd
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Once Upon a Dance
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This Month’s Sponsored Book Picks!
BOOK SPOTLIGHT
New from Candlewick Press!
In a gentle story from Caldecott Honoree Lauren Castillo, a shy young girl finds exploring her new city and making friends overwhelming—until a rescue dog helps her uncover the bravery that was always in her.
“A sweet, child-centered tribute to fur babies everywhere.”
—Kirkus
Isbn-10/Isbn-13: 1536224812/9781536224818
Age range: 3–7 yrs.
Grade range: PreK–2
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EXAMPLE REVIEW
Batu and the Search for the Golden Cup
by Zira Nauryzbai, Lilya Kalaus
(Amazon Crossing Kids)
Reviewer: Deb Greenberg
Batu is your ordinary kid in present-day Almaty. Aspara is the Golden Warrior who steps out of the cover of Batu’s notebook. It’s taken hundreds of years for Aspara to be summoned to the human world to search for the Golden Cup. Seeking adventure and purpose, Batu ventures out with Aspara and his friends to locate the Golden Cup. Middle-schoolers are bound to be entertained while being introduced to Kazakhstan history and culture. (Ages 8-12)
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Chief Impact Officer, Scholastic