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“The young protagonist…has some real spunk and AGENCY” says Worlds of Words about When the Rain Comes

November 21st, 2018

Worlds of Words “What a beautiful book about such a terrible phenomenon! The reality, however, is that flooding happens across the world and has the potential for great destruction. The young protagonist in this picturebook has some real spunk and AGENCY. I think this is a wonderful book to share with young people, showing Malini’s […]

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Bringham Young University calls When the Rain Comes “Excellent…”

November 19th, 2018

Brigham Young University, Children’s Book & Media Reviews “Rating: Excellent… Told in free verse from Malini’s point of view, this tale reveals the coming-of-age of a young Sri Lankan girl. A note at the back of the book explains more about life in Sri Lanka, the importance of rice as a staple food, and the […]

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Ben and the Scaredy-Dogdrawings “really made the story come to life,” says Canadian Bookworm

November 10th, 2018

Canadian Bookworm “This book is part of a series of picture books featuring the young boy Ben. Ben has two older siblings: a sister, Robin; and a brother, Joe. He is at first interested when he sees a new family moving in across the street, especially when he sees a child his own age. But […]

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Ben and the Scaredy-Dog illustrations “enhance the story…especially the scary dogs” says Kenosha News, “Off the Shelf”

November 9th, 2018

Kenosha News, “Off the Shelf” “Kids books are fun and educational, but they also let kids safely explore experiences that might make them anxious. The books reviewed here today do just that….Our last selection explores the fear of dogs….The illustrations enhance the story, especially the scary dogs that Ben draws when he thinks about being […]

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Midwest Book Review calls Ben the Scaredy-Dog “wonderfully entertaining…”

November 8th, 2018

Midwest Book Review “A wonderfully entertaining picture book with an important underlying message for children ages 3 to 6, Ben and the Scaredy-Dog is an especially recommended addition to family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library picture book collections.” Click here to read the full review

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