Margaret has started using her acute listening skills once again. And with her bed now located in the hallway, she can sneak out at night without anyone knowing. The later have both lead to the discovery of the moth tree. When visiting Pip and his friends, Margaret is [...]

I think the wicked witch from Hansel and Gretel.

Miss Switch as we know, makes each day miserable for the orphans, but we now realize her awful ways do not end there. Unfortunately, when couples visit the orphanage with hopes of adopting, the Matron makes sure the Pets (her most attractive orphans) are well groomed and showcased in [...]

If you happen to find yourself wanting to learn more about moths, check out the sites listed below. http://www.biokids.umich.edu/critters/Lepidoptera/ http://kidsbutterfly.org http://www.butterfliesandmoths.org/

Margaret knows what is happening around her is not acceptable. She must get in touch with Hannah.  So she comes up with a plan, and when the time is just right, she bravely attempts to put her plan into action. If it wasn’t for Agatha Spinks, her [...]

I like the part when Clementine gave a present to Margaret and Margaret gave a present to Clementine and then they were friends again.

After the women of The Concerned Ladies’ Club drive away, the truth about life at Hopeton Orphanage begins to be revealed. And it is not good. Margaret spends her next few days being pinched, called names, and doing endless chores. Miss Switch is definitely not [...]

I like moths because they do not sting or bite.

Margaret has lived with Cousin Amos, and then Great-aunt Linda, and is now being moved to The Hopeton Orphanage. Once there, she is greeted by the beautiful Miss. Switch.  The home is large and inviting. There are children happily playing outside, and Margaret is filled with [...]

We cannot tell you how excited we are to start reading our newest book selection Margaret And The Moth Tree by Brit Trogen and Kari Trogen. Young Margaret has been faced with some very unfortunate circumstances in her life, and in time, she ends up at The Hopeton Orphanage.  Margaret [...]

I would make a hat with flowers all around it but I think the flowers would attract the bees to come.

I loved it! And I like the part when Clementine gets the present from Margaret and Margaret gets the present from Clementine because when that happens they met again and they were happy.

I have a brother named Mitch and if he were named a vegetable I would name him carrot.

Clementine’s parents are up to something. What could it be? Keep reading to find out how this nasty week ends for our kind-hearted Clementine. If you were decorating a hat for one of your special friends, what would you glue onto it? Write in a [...]

Not being able to have gummi worms and a video, not playing with Margaret, and falling over twenty-nines time on stilts were all the makings for yet another bad day. Later, things improve, but unfortunately the day ends with Clementine being sent to her room. Clementine always refers [...]

She dosn’t pay attention that much and she is helpful some times.

Fighting The Great Pigeon War was possibly just the distraction Clementine needed after another not so great day at school. Her dad’s idea of scaring the pigeons with a plastic owl doesn’t quite do the job he expected. It was worth a try though! Clementine’s cat Polka [...]

Oh my. The girls seem a bit frustrated with each other today, and may just need some time apart. Clementine spends some time with her dad. The two of them spray the entryway at the front of the apartment building. Clementine’s dad sure has his hands full trying [...]

Another day, and another visit to the principal’s office for Clementine. By the end of the day, Clementine’s hair is not only cut off, but it is green! If you could colour your hair any colour you wanted, what colour would you choose?

Margaret’s mom is upset about what happened yesterday, and Margaret is not allowed play after school. Clementine is having another bad day. Later she finds something rather interesting to draw at the park. Lentils on a toothbrush. It is great to have an activity that makes you feel [...]

We have been introduced to the main character Clementine and her friend Margaret. Can you think of a word that describes Clementine’s character? Write in a comment and let us know. We would love to hear from you!

Have you ever had a bad day? I mean a really bad day? Well, Clementine has had a really, really bad week! Join us in reading Clementine, the first book of a series by author Sara Pennypacker. This New York Times best seller will have you on the edge of your [...]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cJzahDl9hFI After reading Where The Mountain Meets The Moon, we hope you will enjoy watching this brief interview with Grace Lin.

Dragon can fly! And together the two friends fly back to Fruitless Mountain. While everyone is sound asleep Minli walks home, and quietly slips into her own bed. We wouldn’t want to completely spoil the ending for you! So once you have finished reading Where The [...]

Minli being gone has been very difficult for Ma and Ba, as it would be for any parent. Ma carries a lot of guilt, and she shares her feelings with Ba, through a story. Something has changed, because suddenly Ma can hear the words of [...]