Five Star Publications is urging children to read this summer in order to help skip the "summer slide" and keep their minds active and their imaginations inspired this summer. They are encouraging young readers (or parents with not-quite readers) to check out the following titles:
Rattlesnake Rules: Conrad demystifies the world of rattlesnakes and introduces children to such topics as who, when, and what rattlesnakes eat. He shows readers why rattlesnakes have rattles and what it means if you hear one. You will learn how the snakes’ forked tongues help them survive. The delightful and colorful illustrations of Nathaniel P. Jensen help bring the story alive. More info: http://www.fivestarpublications.com/book_detail.php?recordid=111
Addie Slaughter: The Girl Who Met Geronimo - Famous Sheriff John Slaughter’s young daughter, Addie, bravely travels from Texas to the Arizona-Mexico border, settling on the 1800s Slaughter Ranch. Along the way, her mother dies; she narrowly escapes a stagecoach robbery and murder; an earthquake destroys the ranch; her father's earlobe is shot off; and she meets Geronimo. More info: http://www.fivestarpublications.com/book_detail.php?recordid=142
Cheery: The true adventures of a Chiricahua Leopard Frog
More info: Cheery is a Chiricahua Leopard Frog. He starts as an egg in a pond, turns into a tadpole, and then into a frog. Dr. Elizabeth W. Davidson explains why Leopard Frogs and other amphibians might become extinct. Cheery: How a Lonely Frog Finds Friends tells children what can be done to save the frogs. More info: http://www.fivestarpublications.com/book_detail.php?recordid=143
Shakespeare for Children: The Story of Romeo and Juliet - Highly condensed, fully illustrated version of the world's greatest and most tragic love story. Author supplies thought-provoking discussion questions that allows you to explore this tale from any age or perspective. Use the same discussion questions to help you explore the other plays from a similar perspective. More info: http://www.fivestarpublications.com/book_detail.php?recordid=39
Gunfight at the O.K. Corral: Luke and his sister Jenny aren't overly excited when they first learn of their mother's plan to take them to Tombstone , Arizona , as part of their vacation. That changes in a hurry when they are suddenly swept back to the 1880s and the famous gunfight at the O.K. Corral. The ghost of the Grand Hotel's handyman, a kindly gentleman by the name of Swamper, guides them through the events of that fateful time. Young readers are right there with Luke and Jenny as they learn firsthand the story of the Earp brothers and what led to the historic shootout. More info: http://www.fivestarpublications.com/book_detail.php?recordid=92
Billy the Kid and the Lincoln County War: As Luke and his sister Jenny resume their summer vacation their mother plans a stop at the historic town of Lincoln , New Mexico . But when a thunderstorm begins to brew, Luke and Jenny realize things aren't what they seem. Suddenly they are swept back in time and find themselves face-to-face with the notorious Billy the Kid. The ghost of Paul, a young buffalo soldier who lived over a century ago, guides them on their journey as they experience the life and times of this mysterious young outlaw. Will Billy the Kid live up to his legend? More info: http://www.fivestarpublications.com/book_detail.php?recordid=105
The Student From Zombie Island
By Michael J. Moorehead
This captivatingly illustrated story takes you on a whirlwind trip through the rumor mill. A new kid is coming to school. Known only as Bust 'em Up Bill, it's not long before the other students have made up their minds what he must be like. Rumors based on fear begin flying around the school! With a nickname like Bust 'em Up Bill, he must have flaming red hair, yellow fangs, the claws of a dragon, and breath that can singe your hair! As the story progresses, the rumors grow wilder and wilder until (gulp!) Bust 'em Up Bill shows up at school. More info: http://www.fivestarpublications.com/book_detail.php?recordid=82
By Michael J. Moorehead
This captivatingly illustrated story takes you on a whirlwind trip through the rumor mill. A new kid is coming to school. Known only as Bust 'em Up Bill, it's not long before the other students have made up their minds what he must be like. Rumors based on fear begin flying around the school! With a nickname like Bust 'em Up Bill, he must have flaming red hair, yellow fangs, the claws of a dragon, and breath that can singe your hair! As the story progresses, the rumors grow wilder and wilder until (gulp!) Bust 'em Up Bill shows up at school. More info: http://www.fivestarpublications.com/book_detail.php?recordid=82
Review of Romeo & Juliet I am a HUGE Shakespeare fan and my children and I have talked a bit about the story of Romeo & Juliet. So, this title was my natural choice for the review. My son, who is 8, was less than thrilled when he realized he would be subjected to a love story, but quickly become interest when he realized there were multiple fight scenes. I was worried that the Shakespearean dialect would be for over their heads, but they actually enjoyed trying to figure out what each page was about. Included in each page of the book was a section of the play in original form, a brief explanation of the action, and an illustration. Jack was moderately entertained but mt 5 year old daughter loved this book. In fact, she loves the story so much we had to watch the original movie as well as the Leonardo DiCaprio and Clair Danes version immediately after she was done with the book. I frequently see her thumbing through the book and looking at the illustration. It was hard to believe, but also amazing that she loves this book. I guess she inherited my love of William Shakespeare!
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