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Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:37 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled Also Known as Harper Lee by Ann Haywood Leal:
Megan said, "Also Known As Harper by Ann Haywood Leal My rating: 5 of 5 starsThis is the book I have been waiting for this year! It is CLEAR that Leal used her background as teacher to craft this novel. From start to finish I could put names to the faces of..." more
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:37 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled Mudshark by Gary Paulsen:
Megan said, "Mudshark by Gary Paulsen My rating: 3 of 5 starsI love Gary Paulsen. This book didn't do it for me. I didn't even really get most of it. The high point of the book is the morning announcements that come from the principal at the beginning of..." more
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:37 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled Jemma Hartman Camper Extrodinare:
Megan said, "Jemma Hartman, Camper Extraordinaire by Brenda A. FerberMy rating: 5 of 5 starsThis a great book for fifth graders and probably sixth grade as well. It really shows the trials and tribulations of growing older, growing apart from friends and..." more
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:37 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled Reading is Fundamental and Macy's Fund Raiser:
Megan said, "Just keeping you informed... "
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:37 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled Summer Carnival of Children's Literature:
Megan said, "The Summer Edition of the Carnival of Children's Literature is up at Here in the Bonny Glen. It encompasses both the months of June and July. It is very easy to read and separated into categories of posts. Thank you, Melissa Wiley for a great..." more
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:37 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled Rissa Bartholomew's Declaration of Independence by Lydna Brill Comerford:
Megan said, "Rissa Bartholomew's Declaration Of Independence by Lynda Brill ComerfordMy rating: 3 of 5 starsI liked this book because it is something I can recommend to some girl readers. Especially those going into middle school like my fifth grade girls. It..." more
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:37 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled It Was September When We Ran Away For the First Time by D. James Smith:
Megan said, "It Was September When We Ran Away the First Time by D. James SmithMy rating: 4 of 5 starsThis trilogy (So far) really intrigues me! I stumbled upon one of D. James Smith's books way back when I started my blog. I accidently read the second book..." more
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:36 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled Umbrella Summer by Lisa Graff:
Megan said, "Umbrella Summer by Lisa GraffMy rating: 4 of 5 starsSomeone told me that their daughter thought this book was "a LITTLE sad." Umm, try uncontrollable crying. Maybe it was just me feeling sentimental, but I thought this book was so sad. But sad..." more
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:36 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled August Carnival of Children's Literature:
Megan said, "The August Carnival of Children's Literature is up at In Need Of Chocolate! I am pleased to say I remembered the deadline and submitted something this time. It has a "Back to School" theme, so you know I am loving that. But more importantly,..." more
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:36 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled Bobby vs. Girls (Accidentally) by Lisa Yee:
Megan said, "Bobby vs. Girls by Lisa YeeMy rating: 4 of 5 starsThis book may appeal to my fifth grade students for the mere fact that it is a story where the boys go up against the girls, which always seems to be popular. But the fact that Bobby, the main..." more
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:36 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled September Carnival of Children's Literature and CYBILS Nominations:
Megan said, "Two exciting things to add to my day...The September issue of The Carnival of Children's Literature is up at Susan Taylor Brown's Blog.AND...You can now begin nominating books for the CYBILS Award. Go to this site to nominate or find out more about..." more
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:36 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled Al Capone Shines My Shoes by Gennifer Choldenko:
Megan said, "Al Capone Shines My Shoes by Gennifer CholdenkoMy rating: 5 of 5 starsI LOVED this book! I am not sure which I loved more, this or the first, Al Capone Does My Shirts? But I can tell you I LOVED this one! I really hope it is not so long between..." more
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:36 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled The Small Adventure of Popeye and Elvis by Barbara O'Connor:
Megan said, "The Small Adventure of Popeye and Elvis by Barbara O'ConnorMy rating: 5 of 5 starsNow anyone who knows me, knows I am a fan of Barbara O'Connor. I am also a sucker for a good southern accent and a backwoods setting. This book has backwoods..." more
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:36 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled Diary of Wimpy Kid #4- Dog Days by Jeff Kinney:
Megan said, "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days by Jeff KinneyMy rating: 3 of 5 starsLaughs? yes. Best Diary of a Wimpy Kid? No. Still a fan? Yes.I wanted more DOG! But, that's just me.View all my reviews >> "
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:36 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled All my Friends!:
Megan said, "Look at this!!!! Look at all my friends! I am so excited for all of you who are listed. If you check out my sidebar, you will find MANY of these blogs listed as the Best 100 Book Blogs for Kids. I think it is WONDERFUL!(I tried to tag all my..." more
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:36 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled A Season of Gifts by Richard Peck:
Megan said, "A Season of Gifts by Richard PeckMy rating: 5 of 5 starsI am so glad Grandma Dowdel has returned! And this is a whole new story. A new family (Grandma's new neighbors) have moved in and Grandma Dowdel helps them in her own special way. ;) I..." more
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:36 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled CYBILS Shortlists are UP!:
Megan said, "Happy New Year! If you are looking for some light reading today, you could check out the reviews for the CYBILS shortlists!Hope everyone has a great year! "
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:35 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled Newbery etc.:
Megan said, "If you are interested in seeing the list of books who received ALSC Awards this morning, CLICK HERE! If I had been on my reading game this year, I would have read ALL those Newbery books. They were everywhere. They were on every prediction list. ..." more
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:35 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled Diary of a Wimp Kid- The MOVIE Trailer!:
Megan said, "This trailer is cracking me up! I know it is my inner 11 year old, but I love it! "
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:35 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled CYBILS WInners 2009:
Megan said, "The CYBILS Winners for 2009 have been announced today. I can honestly say, I haven't read any of them. (For shame) Check them out... "
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:35 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled New Barbara O'Connor Book Trailer:
Megan said, "I haven't posted in a long time, but I can't WAIT for this new book and I wanted to share it. "
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:35 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled What??? How Nice!:
Megan said, "I have no idea what I did to deserve this:Congratulations! Emma Lee here, and your blog, Read, Read, Read!, hasreceived our 2010 Top 50 Children's Book Blogs award!Check it out! "
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:35 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled CYBILS Shortlists:
Megan said, "If you are interested in seeing who the Kidlitosphere bloggers believe to be the best of the best in children's literature this year, check out the newly released (1-1-11) short list of finalists for the CYBILS award. CYBILS stands for Children's..." more
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:35 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled What I Have Been Up To:
Megan said, "Just a little note to let you know what I have been up to lately...Yep, those are my babes!!! Maybe I will blog again some day. Until then, I will just pass the love of reading to my precious boys! "
Thursday, June 16, 2011 5:47:37 AM
Megan Germano wrote a blog post titled Leepike Ridge by N.D. Wilson:
Megan said, "Leepike Ridge by N.D. Wilson My review rating: 4 of 5 starsThis book had plenty of adventure, mystery, twists, turns, cliffhangers (A personal favorite) and some history. I think my students could listen to this as a read aloud. I also know..." more