Reviews written by Cherokee Crum, Staff Reviewer

The Terrans Cook Up Some Mischief is a heartfelt read, with laugh out loud scenes and a main theme of familial love and acceptance. The illustrations are nice. Still pleasant to look at, but once again I wish they had been in color....

I was expecting a battle with Optimus Prime at the center, however It's Optimus Prime Time is a book about Optimus, his leadership skills, and friendship. Written at a level 2, It’s Optimus Prime Time! Features longer sentences, simple chapters and high-interest vocabulary words. ...

With not so hidden themes about being honest combined with car racing, Optimus Prime and Megatron's Racetrack Recon was a fun read! The illustrations are nice. I wish they had been in color, but are still pleasant to look at. ...

The Big, Big Feelings is an activity book, aimed at helping children dissect their emotions, as well as hone some other skills. From writing to coloring and wordsearches to yoga breaths, there is an activity that will help your child understand what it is they are feeling and how to...

When Moon Became the Moon is a fun and educational children's read. The book features several short chapters and sparse text, making for an easy beginner reader book! Despite its short stature, the book is full of educational tidbits, such as...

I don't think there was anything about The Only Way to Make Bread that I didn't enjoy. At its heart, The Only Way to Make Bread is a wonderful book about diversity and fellowship; bread is bread, however there are a multitude of different...

The Mushroom Man is a gentle and heart-warming story of friendship. Our main character never gets named, adding to the melancholy feel of the story. He is content to live his life with the mushrooms he cultivates, until he feels deep loneliness, then once again contentment.. maybe even...

Evolution is an absolute wonderful book to have for our homeschool library! The subject matter is presented in a highly detailed, yet rudimentary way that isn't overwhelming for readers of any age. We are taken on an amazing journey from the beginning of...

Another amazingly wonderful book for our homeschool shelf! Human Body is a fun way to introduce young minds to the human body, what it is made up of, and what keeps it going. The book is interactive with over 30 flaps and cut-outs!...

I remember encyclopedias being this huge set books I absolutely detested getting out for school projects.. that is not the case with Britannica's Encyclopedia Infographica. Detailed information is coupled with amazing images, creating a more enjoyable encyclopedia experience. The author's offer enough information...

Absolutely Everything makes for a great starting point for any tween or teen interested in just about any and every subject. Lloyd supplies information and graphical content in a variety of subjects ranging from Dinosaurs to historic rulers! There is a ton of...

The best books are those that cause a visceral reaction.. If the Rivers Run Free did just that for my children. "These rivers are trouble, as all of us know. We're better without them. These rivers must go." Lyrically...

Our Italian Christmas Eve was such a cute and unique look at an Italian-American families Christmas Eve dinner traditions. The different foods eaten, and how to save the day when a relative inadvertently forgets to bring dessert! I like that it was a big extended family that...

The Wheels on the Costume features several specially designed costumes, set to the rhythm of The Wheels on the Bus. The illustrations are cute and colorful. Each spread includes a [Halloween] costume designed specifically for children that need mobility assistance. ...

This is such a great book for children just getting into maps, whether it be creating or reading them! The visuals are fantastic! I really liked how there were different textures and types of illustrations; this added an interesting feel to the book. ...