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It's not just the dogsReview Date: 2008-11-19
Lad, a dogReview Date: 2008-01-26
I will never forget how I discovered this book...(actual review on the second paragraph)Review Date: 2007-10-21
For the REAL review: I HIGHLY recommend this book as well as all of Terhune's dog books to everyone young and old. It changed my life dramaticly and I am very thankful for the day I found the book. But, this book is different from Terhune's other books. Not the best, but in my opinion, the very most special. After all, it IS Albert Payson Terhune's firt book and the first book of his I read.
One of the great dog books ...Review Date: 2008-01-08
Books about a dog...Review Date: 2007-03-02
His way of writing, (though repetitive in terms and phrases from book to book- a relatively minor point, for the writing is evocative, even if repetitive) is nevertheless easily on a par with many 'good' modern authors today, and is therefore of more merit, than perhaps when they were first written!
As Chronicles of history (the era when cars were first being mass-produced & made available by the 'monthly payment with interest scheme,' so burdensome to modern life) when gentlemanly conduct and lady-like manners were not 'chauvinistic,' all of Terhune's books would make a very nice study of American mores and morals of the 1910-1930's era, especially for boys aged 9-12. Where he [Terhune] shines most evocatively, is in giving that sense of awe and wonder, as one looks with love and affection on a dog that many consider the noblest examplar of the breed as a whole!
What was also pleasant to read, is the honest way in which Terhune describes how literate, intelligent, and societally well-to-do [white] folks looked upon the world, their neighbors, the rise of crime as a mobile menace with the advent of said motorcar (and thus, Terhune makes an eloquent 'apologia' for limiting, rather than expanding[!] mass transportation from inner city to outer suburbs in modern metropolises!) with a frankness that is woefully missing today. In short, when needed, Terhune, like almost all men of his era, is willing to 'call a spade a spade.' Some might call his use of terms for some of the less seemly characters he portrays, 'racially insensitive,' but that is only because we have been brainwashed into thinking civility and crassness are interchangeable cogs on a multicultural wheel!
I, for one, found this utter frankness of Terhune and his overt masculinity (in his descriptions of events and persons) a breath of fresh air- especially after the 'Illegal Alien May First walkout of 2006,' Hurricane Katrina and the Superbowl, the Million Man March, and all the other 'minority grandstanding' one has to endure in this "PC" mad era. Terhune's evocation of an era that should come again reveal that civility, proper manners, respect for property, life, and livestock on a working farm or kennel, are things that any child (or adult!) could/should take a lesson from. Along with Knight's "Lassie-come-home,' these books (in their original issue, and not in modern reprints, which clearly would be 'santized' for 'modern dumbed-down readers') are now prize possessions in my antiquarian bookcase. I will return to them every year, (and read them to my children, whom I homeschool!) to read of a lifestyle, a culture, that once defined what it is to be free, noble, and American. IF I could put it into the fewest words possible, I would say Terhune writes of: Man, dog, and nature. If one could sum up Terhune, these three qualities shine through resplendently in all of his works. I can honestly say, that, for a work of fiction, I am a better man for reading them.

You don't know me but i know about youReview Date: 2007-05-15
One Last WishReview Date: 2006-09-29
One Last WishReview Date: 2006-09-29
Who is JWC?Review Date: 2006-08-19
The LegacyReview Date: 2004-12-01

EnchantingReview Date: 2008-11-04
The greatest book ever!Review Date: 2007-12-06
A great read aloudReview Date: 2007-08-14
Two bookmarks up!! One of my favorites ever!Review Date: 2007-01-27
Beautiful Victorian Fairy TaleReview Date: 2006-12-31
While the premise of the fairy tale is pretty cheesy (Mr. and Mrs. Claus have a daughter), and the book dwells way too long in the cutesy (read: fairy hide-and-seek and doll making), this turned out to be a pretty good fantasy, right up there with the Oz and Narnia series, and very, very reminiscent of Victorian fairy tales like The Rose and the Ring, The Reluctant Dragon, The Selfish Giant, and others I read in a 19th Century Children's Literature course. It's a fairy tale, while sometimes clumsy in prose, is beautifully imaginative and grotesquely described. Holly Claus has the most pure and innocent and loving heart in all creation. Unfortunately, this is the very thing that--when willingly given--will break the curse on the evilest of warlocks. Holly travels to late Victorian New York City, inspires children to follow their dreams by giving them toys (the old "toys are powerful" motifs of Christmas), and eventually defeats the evil Herrikham in an unfortunately predictable ending. But this tale is woven with such clever and imaginative pieces (particularly the creatures from all over folktale in the Land of Forever) and folktale plot twists (Holly's heart is encased in snow, so she is cursed to always be in the cold; a creature of such goodness and purity actually causes fear and horror in the perfect Land of Immortals). Also, there are some genuinely awesome characters, most importantly the two that serve as counter-points to Holly's optimistic innocence: Tundra, Holly's gruff wolf guardian who's a bit tormented, and Christopher Carroll, Holly's love interest, who has seen too much of the evils of the world and has lost his faith in magic. Also, this book is amazingly, beautifully illustrated, truly like a Victorian fairy tale. Grade: A-

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LOVE IT!!!!Review Date: 2006-12-20
Can Ashleigh Rescue Lightning?...Review Date: 2005-07-01
READ IT!!!Review Date: 2003-06-18
Great BookReview Date: 2005-04-27
Lightning's Last HopeReview Date: 2004-07-17
Ashleigh and her best friend, Mona Gardener, love horses, and they both love to ride. One day they decide to follow some deer they saw in the woods. Big Mistake! They got lost! After what seemed like hours, they come upon an abandoned junkyard. Only when they go into the barn they discover a pathetic looking horse! Ashleigh acts without thinking and takes the mare to one of the front pastures. But it doesnt look that way to the horse's owner. He accuses Ash of trying to steal his horse and he threatens to call the police. Ashleigh and Mona are scared, especially when the crazed man pulls out a shotgun and shoots it! They continue to go back to give the mare food but when Ashleigh catches the man beating her with a whip because Lightning was too frisky (due to ashleigh and mona tryin to feed her) Asleigh knows that its time to get some realy help. She goes to her parents, who in turn call the police and the humane society. It turns out Kurt Bradley, their only hired help, already called because he followed ashleigh. Kurt took Lightning with him and they arrived at Edgardale shortly after Ashleigh did. Will Ashleigh get to keep Lightning? Find out in the next book, "A Horse For Christmas".
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My Kids Love This Book and CDReview Date: 2008-07-20
entertaining with good vocabularyReview Date: 2008-03-13
John Lothgow RulesReview Date: 2007-09-24
MY FAVORITE OF ALL THE LITHGOW BOOKSReview Date: 2007-08-12
Just Do What Kangaroos Do!Review Date: 2008-10-23
This is a wonderful book not just because of the lesson inherent in it, that of being comfortable being oneself, but also because it helps with early literacy skills, as all of Lithgow's books do - one can sing-along with the text, read-aloud, have discussions with one's child about the different animals found in Australia [kangaroo, koala, platypus, wallaby] and so much more. Plus, it's so much fun!!! Highly recommended.

My beloved second grade teacher in Juneau, Alaska, Mrs. Gwyther, read this book to our classReview Date: 2008-01-09
Fond Memories!Review Date: 2006-03-15
Great BookReview Date: 2006-03-19
A lasting memory from a favorite teacher!Review Date: 2005-12-03
Fond MemoriesReview Date: 2006-04-08

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My daughter really start to read using this booksReview Date: 2008-02-28
wonderful reading booksReview Date: 2008-02-08
excellent bookReview Date: 2006-11-11
great series for new readersReview Date: 2007-12-21
Perfect for young readers!Review Date: 2006-08-07
This set is great for kids who are intimidated by the usual graded learning-to-read books (like Danny and the Dinosaur) or books which rely on the repitition of longer sight words.
Younger readers benefit from these short funny texts with lots of words worthy of sounding out. The illustrations and vibrant colors have kept my dughter enthused through out.
Young children can learn to read too with patience and these great books.

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A bargain PriceReview Date: 2009-01-05
The best of the series!Review Date: 2008-12-29
Love the Pigeon Books!Review Date: 2008-12-20
Pidgeon series reviewReview Date: 2008-11-03
Puppy Love with a Twist! A Top 20 Book of the Year!Review Date: 2008-12-30
Mo Willems, the master of simplicity, conveys all the avian non-verbals with eyeball placement, stance, two wings (acting as arms) and tiny legs, eyelids, and just a few lines to suggest motion. With those simple elements, Willems creates an absolutely adorable bird, in part I suspect because his still growing body, and the transparency of emotion reminds us of our own youngsters.
Pigeon's verbal tactics complement his physical melodramatics. Pigeon vacillates between coy, indirect pleas, and foot-stomping demands, switching from one emotion to another in split seconds! Pigeon directly address the reader, emotionally involving the audience in an intimate, just-between-you-and-me tone. For example, you or your youngster may be quite familiar with THE PROMISE:
"Oh, don't worry. I'll take care of it. I promise I'll water it once a month."
Another favorite is THE GUILT TRIP:
"Oh... I get it. You don't want me to be happy, do you?" You don't want me to take a piggy back ride on my puppy...!"
Pigeon's pleas are funny because his bargaining is so obvious, his facts so wrong, his emotions so labile, and the purity of his expression so fresh and loveable. Willems captures all of this in a style that follows Poe's dictum that every element in a story should be there for a reason. The story has a socko surprise ending: The puppy finally arrives, however, Pigeon discovers it's a BIG dog, and he is aghast! As fast as you can say "...That wet nose! The slobber! The claws!," pigeon changes his mind--now he's all sincerely lovelorn (hearts surround his words) over getting a walrus! The endpapers show a crate addressed to "The Pigeon" containing "ONE WALRUS."
Perhaps like no one else working in kids' picture books, Willems little gems speak directly to small kids, and bring a twinkle of recognition to adults. They're clever, knowing, and extremely funny. By the way, Willems' extraordinary talent has not gone unnoticed, his books have won two Caldecott honors, and his writing for "Sesame Street" earned him six Emmys. He's an all-time favorite, and your young toddler to kindergarten-age kid will love any and all of Willems' work. You will too!

I love love love love love these books!Review Date: 2007-03-28
A Promise is ForeverReview Date: 2007-03-05
What an Ending...Review Date: 2006-04-23
Christy and Todd 4eva!!!Review Date: 2005-09-24
CHRISTY & TODD 4EVA!!!!
This is the best book!Review Date: 2005-04-05


replica pursuing Amy.Review Date: 2007-09-18
Throughout the book, Amy is trying to figure out who she really is. Until one day, her mother surprised her and she met the scientist that had genetically enhanced her: eye sight, ability to run, and lift things a lot heavier than any other normal 12 year old girl.
In my opinion, the book was great because it doesn't just come out and say what the problem is, you kind of have to guess what is going on. I think it's more like a mystery book.
The only thing that I didn't like was the way the author wrote the book. She wouldn't let you know it was another day until you were half way into the paragraph.
I would recommend this book for young girls that are trying to find who they really are.
Amy is not human!!!Review Date: 2007-02-13
Have you ever had the feeling someone's watching you? And you know that your life is in danger even in your own house? Well in the book "Pursuing Amy"
That's how Amy feels every day of her life. But for her it's not just a feeling, its reality.
Amy is not a normal human, actually she's not really human at all. She is a project. Her and seven others exactly like her. This was defiantly an interesting twist to the book. Amy also has numerous problems. She is in desperate need for someone to talk to. Her and her best friend get in a huge fight. Then when she finally finds someone who understands her and someone to talk to, he is murdered. I found this part of the book very interesting, yet depressing.
Amy's mom finally gets a boyfriend Amy approves of. But he turned out to be a horrible person, who tries to kill Amy's mom and capture Amy. He's one of those people who are after Amy. Now Amy's mom is in the hospital dyeing. I couldn't put the book down when I started reading this part.
Amy has no where to go. What can she do? You can find out the shocking background of Amy's life, and what she's going to do about it by reading the book "Pursuing Amy". This book will have you at the edge of your seat wondering what's going to happen next. You will not be disappointed I guarantee it!
Action packedReview Date: 2006-06-29
A known Winner by Kaitlyn NilesonReview Date: 2005-10-18
A known Winner by Kaitlyn NilesonReview Date: 2005-10-18
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