Category Archives: 7-10 years of age

Review: The Girl in the Locked Room by Mary Downing Hahn

Posted on October 16, 2018 by Jenn

I’ve been a fan of Mary Downing Hahn as long as I can remember. She’s known for her ghost stores, my personal favorite being Wait Till Helen Comes.   While this most recent release is labeled as a ghost story, it’s most … Continue reading →

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Guest Review: Desmond Pucket Makes Monster Magic by Mark Tatulli

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Jenn

Age Range: 7 – 12 years Series: Amp! Comics for Kids Hardcover: 240 pages Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing (October 1, 2013) ISBN-10: 1449435483 Source: Publisher Today, I’m excited to welcome my youngest son, Justin (8), for a guest review! He’s … Continue reading →

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Tales of a (Formerly) Reluctant Reader: Guys Read: Other Worlds by Jon Scieszka

Posted on September 18, 2013 by Jenn

Tales of a (formerly) Reluctant Reader is a feature in which my oldest son John,  a formerly reluctant reader) discusses books that he thinks other reluctant readers (former or not) will enjoy!  Today’s book is Guys Read: Other Worlds : … Continue reading →

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Tales of a (Formerly) Reluctant Reader: The Fellowship for Alien Detection by Kevin Emerson

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Jenn

Tales of a (formerly) Reluctant Reader is a feature in which my thirteen year old son, John (a formerly reluctant reader) shares this thoughts on books geared toward reluctant readers. The review below is entirely his own with no alterations … Continue reading →

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Tales of a (Formerly) Reluctant Reader: I Have Opinions

Posted on April 4, 2012 by Jenn

Typically, this feature is reserved for my formerly reluctant reader son, John-John, to discuss books that he’s read recently. Specifically, books that he believes will appeal to reluctant readers. Instead, I’m turning over the blog today to John-John so he … Continue reading →

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Tales of a (Formerly) Reluctant Reader: Star Wars, Clone Wars: Incredible Vehicles

Posted on February 18, 2012 by Jenn

Tales of a (Formerly) Reluctant Reader is a feature in which my twelve year old son, a formerly reluctant reader, reviews a book he particularly enjoyed! These words are his own and in no way influenced by his mother 🙂 … Continue reading →

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Tales of a (Formerly) Reluctant Reader: The Capstone Edition!

Posted on August 4, 2011 by Jenn

  Tales of a (Formerly) Reluctant Reader is a feature in which my eleven-year-old son, John, reviews books as a formerly reluctant reader. He gives his opinion of the book, detailing why he thinks this book would be good for … Continue reading →

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Tales of a (Formerly) Reluctant Reader: The Mistaken Masterpiece by Michael D. Beil

Posted on June 20, 2011 by Jenn

Tales of a (Formerly) Reluctant Reader is a feature in which my eleven-year-old son, John, reviews books as a formerly reluctant reader. He gives his opinion of the book, detailing why he thinks this book would be good for reluctant … Continue reading →

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Tales of a (Formerly) Reluctant Reader: What I’ve Been Reading Lately

Posted on April 21, 2011 by Jenn

Hi everyone! John here!  I know it’s been a while (Mom says months!) since I’ve posted anything.  The thing is, I’ve been enjoying so many books lately that I don’t have the time to review them.  Plus, now that I’m … Continue reading →

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Review: Harry Potter-Film Wizardry by Brian Sibley

Posted on December 21, 2010 by Jenn

Hardcover: 160 pages Publisher: Collins Design (October 19, 2010) ISBN-10: 0061997811 Source: Publisher Looking for the perfect book for a Harry Potter fan? Harry Potter Film Wizardry is without a doubt the perfect gift! Get a glimpse inside the world … Continue reading →

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