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Book Nook - Opening Closed Doors: The Story of Josie C. Murray

Motherhood Moments

Not long ago, public libraries in Virginia were not so public. But in 1957, when she was denied the ability to check out a book from the Purcellville Library because of the color of her skin, Josie took action. About the Illustrator Whitney Truitt is a freelance children’s book illustrator. Murray, to challenge that.

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Book Nook: Story Pirates Book Club

Motherhood Moments

Following the success of the Story Pirates Creator Camp, a virtual summer program that debuted in Summer 2020, Story Pirates and Random House Children’s Books will partner once again on the first-ever Story Pirates Book Club ! Hunter ( Futureland: Battle for the Park ) and Misa Sugiura ( Momo Arashima Steals the Sword of the Wind ).

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Book Nook: Indestructibles - Wheels on the Bus and Old Macdonald Had a Farm

Motherhood Moments

The books themselves stand up to their name - they're waterproof, tear-proof, and easily wipe clean. About the Creator: Amy Pixton , a mother of triplets, created INDESTRUCTIBLES® after bits of traditional board books found their way into her babies’ mouths. Amy lives in Kansas City with her husband and their three children.

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“The Duckling Gets a Cookie” Book Review and Giveaway

Nicoles Nickels

Name of Product: “The Duckling Gets a Cookie” book by Mo Willems. Description of Product: ” In April 2003, television writer and animator Mo Willems published his first children’s book, Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! I received a sample of the product reviewed in this post. Price of Product: $15.99.

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Ruckus Reader Review

Nicoles Nickels

The Ruckus Reader is the first library of mobile apps to deliver a safe and interactive learning environment filled with iReaders (digital storybook titles), eReaders (e-books), narrated video books and videos, and activities for children to enjoy without leaving the library. No other app I have found does this.

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Enriching Education: After-School Activities To Enhance Your Child’s Education and Prospects

Motherhood Moments

Have them read the reviews of different formation services to help them understand the process involved. Participating in a Book Club Books clubs are a great platform for kids to socialize and discuss what they're reading —essential skills inside and outside the classroom.

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Hallmark’s Dad Has Character Review and Giveaway

Nicoles Nickels

Interactive Story Buddies and Books. This clever little talking raccoon will steal your heart as he comes to life when you read key words aloud from his books. Hallmark’s popular library of Recordable Storybooks let you and dad bring story time to life. I received samples of the products reviewed in this post.

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