Raising Bookworms: Getting Kids Reading for Pleasure and Empowerment by Emma Walton Hamilton
Room by Emma Donoghue
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Friday, December 31, 2010
Out With A Bang Readathon Update
Raising Bookworms: Getting Kids Reading for Pleasure and Empowerment by Emma Walton Hamilton
Room by Emma Donoghue
So look for those reviews coming up.
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Out With A Bang Readathon
I am not participating in the Debut Authors challenge and will be reading whatever books I want.
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Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Jingle the Husky Pup Interactive Storybook & Story Buddy
This is a Great Last Minute Gift Idea - if you still have more shopping to do like me!
When I saw this cute book-toy set in a Hallmark flyer, I thought it was the cutest idea and something every child would love. So I contacted them and they were nice enough to send one along for me to review.
The stuffed dog is really cute, with a really big head that makes it top heavy and a cute little bell around it's neck. My kids love him. He looks just like he does in the book. When you are ready to read, you just press a button in his ear and he's ready to go. Turn him off when you are done to conserve batteries.
The story is a GREAT story. Although it mentions Christmas and you see some of Santa, it's more of a holiday book than a Christmas book. It teaches that everyone deserves a home, especially for Christmas.
An adult or older child should read this book as you have to speak clearly for Jingle to respond. If the words are stumbled over or there is too much background noise, Jingle may not respond properly.
KID TESTED!
I brought the story to our Spark/Brownie meeting and to playgroup to share. All 12 children total loved it. I was going to send it with my daughter to her JK class but didn't get around to it since she was sick one day but another teacher brought it in and her class of 45 loved it. At playgroup, the older kids listened attentively while the younger ones (under 2) zoned out of the story but perked up every time Jingle made a peep. If it wasn't for Jingle, the under 2s would have wandered off but they started to watch Jingle, anticipating that he would make a sound again. A few times Jingle barked when he wasn't supposed to or didn't bark when he was supposed to but that was because the classroom next door was unusually loud.
My only qualm... Jingle should have responded more. I think he should have had something to "say" on EACH page.
After you fall in love with Jingle, you may be interested to know Hallmark also has a Jingle the Husky Pup keepsake ornament, Jingle webcam greetings and an iphone/ipad app.
*Disclaimer: I was sent the product in exchange for a review. All reviews are honest and are not affected by how I acquired the item.
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
The Chimp Who Loved Me And Other Slightly Naughty Tales of a Life With Animals by Annie Greer & Tim Vandehey
Diva Press (2010)
215 pages
20% of sales go to the ASPCA!
Summary: The Chimp Who Loved Me is a collection of true stories from the life and times of Annie Greer, a veterinary chiropractitioner, animal healer, radio host, speaker, farmer's wife and all-around magnet for bizarre animal behavior. [...] if you crave twisted tales of sex, poop, pee and death, where apes throw donuts at chefs during dinner parties and stoned veterinary students dispense bizarre advice to puzzled dog show contestants, then you won't be able to put The Chimp Who Loved Me down...until it hits you in the nose because you're reading in bed. - excerpted from thechimpwholovedme.com
This Book is Hilarious!
No, seriously. I'm so glad I review self-published books or I would have missed this one. To think all these stories REALLY happened to Annie Greer. Oh My Gosh. She really IS a magnet for weird animal behaviour. I must warn this book has some mature language. However it's not in an excessive, totally not needed sort of way. It's also not so much swearing as adult language such as sexual terms, although there is some swearing. Normally I hate swearing but if I was in that situation, I think I would swear too!
I cannot decide which story is my favourite, they were all great. I chuckled or laughed out loud a few times. I wanted to read passages to my husband but he hates when I do that so I restrained.
I'm not sure what else to say other than buy and read this book. I hope it gets picked up by a bigger publisher and gets put on amazon so it's more readily available.
Links of Interest: The Chimp Who Loved Me,
Other Reviews: NONE YET
The Chimp Who Loved Me is not available on Amazon.com [UPDATE: It will be on amazon.com in January, I will provide a link when I get it.] but you can buy it through Lulu. Remember: 20% of sales go to the ASPCA.
Monday, December 20, 2010
You Better Not Cry by Augusten Burroughs
St. Martin's Press (2009)
224 pages
Summary: You’ve eaten too much candy at Christmas…but have you ever eaten the face off a six-foot-stuffed Santa? You’ve seen gingerbread houses…but have you ever made your own gingerbread tenement? You’ve woken up with a hangover…but have you ever woken up next to Kris Kringle himself? Augusten Burroughs has, and in this caustically funny, nostalgic, poignant, and moving collection he recounts Christmases past and present—as only he could. With gimleteyed wit and illuminated prose, Augusten shows how the holidays bring out the worst in us and sometimes, just sometimes, the very, very best. - from GoodReads
Did you read the summary? I have no idea what gimleteyed is but the stories were pretty funny but more in a "I can't believe that happened" sort of way. I received this book almost a year ago for review but due to the crappy mail system, it came AFTER Christmas, like in February and I didn't feel like reading a Christmas book that much after Christmas.
Augusten Burroughs is the author of the popular Running With Scissors (along with other books.) This however is the first book by him I've read. Augusten had a very interesting life and certainly seems to be cursed during the holidays and I'm not even sure I believe in curses.
I'm not usually a lover of short stories but for some reason I don't seem to mind them at Christmastime. However I have to warn that not everyone will enjoy this book. The stories are dark, about alcoholism, AIDS and death. Also although it doesn't matter to me, the author is gay so his relationships are with other men. I know this bothers some people.
PS - I looked up gimlet-eyed... it means sharp sighted according to Merriam-Webster.
Links of Interest: NONE YET
Other Reviews: Reviews by Lola, The Girl from the Ghetto,
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Sunday, December 19, 2010
Chippy Chipmunk: Parties in the Garden by Kathy M. Miller
Summary: Photos of a cute chipmunk in a backyard taken over 2 years are compiled into a story book that entertains and teaches.
Chipmunks are SO cute. The author has put together these very clear and detailed photographs with text that matches. It's a fun way to see how chipmunks live but also introduces some great vocabulary words such as vibration, bounded, drainage, foraging, scrumptious, vigorously and more.
The inside of the back cover contains some point form chipmunk trivia. Great picture book for ages 4-8.
Links of Interest: Chippy Chipmunk,
Other Reviews: Chicken Spaghetti,
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Saturday, December 18, 2010
For the Love of Salad by Jeanelle Mitchell
I have lots of cookbooks to review so every Saturday for the next little while I hope to post a cookbook review and link up to Weekend Cooking. Some will include giveaways and most will include a sample recipe from the book.
Whitecap Books (2010)
176 pages
Nonfiction - Cooking
Summary: For the Love of Salad is a comprehensive guide to a dish we eat (or should!) almost every day. From leafy greens to pasta salads, this book addresses them all—and them all, with flavorful dressings that will take all your salad creations to a whole other level. - from Whitecap Books
I didn't think I was a big salad eater but that's mostly because I think of lettuce when I think of salads. But there are so many other types of salads.
After some tips for successful salads (that's 19 pages of tips!) you'll find recipes in the following categories:
- Leafy Green Salads
- Garden Vegetable Salads (Hold the Lettuce)
- Grain, Pasta, Rice & Bean Salads
- Meat & Chicken Salads
- Seafood Salads
Some of the topics covered in salad tips are: Buying and Preparing Leafy Greens, Buying and Preparing Fresh Vegetables, Fresh Herbs, Salad Extras, Dressing, Kitchen Equipment and recipes for three homemade dressings: Maple-Glazed Pecans or Honey-Glazed Walnuts, Basic Vinaigrette and Basic Creamy Dressing.
I'd like to share a recipe:
Five-Spice Grilled Pork Tenderloin & Noodle Salad
© 2010 For The Love of Salad. Used with permission. pg 132
4 to 6 Main-Course Servings
This Asian-inspired salad is delicious and unique, with intriguing flavours and textures in every bite. Lean pork tenderloin is easy to grill when butterflied; you can also substitute chicken or shrimp. Whole wheat pasta is a good source of fiber and has an appealing chewiness.
Ingredients:
1/4 cup (60 mL) fresh orange juice
1/4 cup (60 mL) low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup (60 mL) unseasoned rice wine vinegar
2 Tbsp (30 mL) brown sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 Tbsp (15 mL) grated fresh ginger
2 tsp (10 ml) five-spice powder (see tip)
1 tsp (5 mL) orange zest
1/4 cup (60 mL) grapeseed or safflower oil
10 oz (300 g) dry whole wheat spagehettini
2 cups (500 mL) bean sprouts or shredded napa cabbage
1 ripe mango, diced
1 small cucumber, cut in to thin matchsticks
2 carrots, coarsely grated
3 green onions, finely chopped
1/3 cup (80 mL) chopped fresh cilantro or flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup (60 mL) chopped fresh mint
1. For the dressing (and pork marinade): combine orange juice, soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, five-spice powder, and orange zest in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil until well combined. Set aside.
2. Cut tenderloins in half lengthwise, almost but not all the way through; open like a book. Place in a Ziploc bag or in a shallow glass bowl with half the dressing and let marinate for 30 minutes, or for several hours in the refrigerator.
3. Meanwhile, bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add spaghettini and cook until al dente. Place in a large serving bowl, toss with remaining dressing, and set aside.
4. Brush a barbecue grill, indoor grill, or grill pan with cooking spray. Preheat barbecue or grill to medium-high. Grill tenderloins for 5 to 6 minutes per side, until no longer pink inside. Remove from grill and let sit for 5 minutes. Slice tenderloins into thin strips.
5. Toss bean sprouts, mango, cucumber, carrots, green onions, cilantro, mint and grilled pork with noodles. Can be served at room temperature or chilled. If making ahead, cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
TIP: Five-spice powder is a blend of ground fennel seeds, Szechuan peppercorns, cinnamon, star anise, and cloves. It is available in the spice section of well-stocked supermarkets.
My Take on the Recipe
Okay so if you've been reading my other Weekend Cooking posts this last month, you will know that I almost never follow a recipe as written. I like to experiment and substitute. My husband is really picky and I'm picky too so I did the salad differently (with much less veggies) but I made the tenderloin as described except for using regular vegetable oil in place of grapeseed or safflower oil and dried ginger instead of fresh. I already had to buy two new ingredients (Five-spice powder and rice wine vinegar) so I didn't want to buy even more new ingredients I wasn't sure I'd ever use again. Also I don't own a zester so I just used a knife to scrape off the orange part.
The meat was DELICIOUS. I was hesitant as I don't normally like sweet tasting meat but even with the orange juice and brown sugar, it wasn't all that sweet but just right. We weren't thrilled with the noodle salad part but we didn't make it as written either. I plan to make the meat again this way, perhaps just used in a different dish.
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Friday, December 17, 2010
Brain Fuel: 199 Mind-Expanding Inquiries Into the Science of Everyday Life by Joe Schwartz, PhD
Random House (2010)
288 pages
Nonfiction
Summary: As with Dr. Joe’s previous best-selling books, Brain Fuel informs and entertains on a wild assortment of science-based topics. But this is not "science trivia." [...] simply wondering why the birth of Prince Leopold was so different from Queen Victoria's previous seven; or why an iron rod that went through a man's head is now on display in a museum in Boston; or why white chocolate has such a short shelf life; or why eggs terrified Alfred Hitchcock – and what all of this means for the rest of us, and why – then bingo. - from amazon.com
Do you have any questions about science related matters? Not the technical part of science, but the everyday science.
Maybe you want to know how safety glass was discovered? The benefits of spinach?
Maybe you've heard that the military used Silly String but you're not sure for what. Or you've noticed that workers who pick pineapple have to wear gloves and you wonder why.
The book's subtitle is 199 mind-expanding inquiries into the science of everyday life. That's exactly what this book is but it's a bit different than I was expecting and wasn't quite as good as I was hoping for. Remember how I asked if you wanted to know how safety glass was discovered? Well even if you do, you wouldn't find it worded like that in the book. The question reads: "In 1903 a French chemist dropped a glass flask. It shattered, but the fragments did not fly apart. What had he discovered??" The problem with wording it this way is that as you are flipping through the book the questions don't capture your eye as much.
I love science but the book just didn't capture my attention the way I hoped it would.
The topics are separated into 8 chapters: Potions from the Past, Food Stuff, To Your Health, Toxic Relationships, Mysterious Connections, Chemicals in Action, Just Amazing and Curiouser and Curiouser.
Links of Interest: YouTube video of Dr. Joe Schwartz, Brain Fuel at Google Books (for preview),
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Thursday, December 16, 2010
I Feel Better with a Frog in My Throat: History's Strangest Cures by Carlyn Beccia
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (2010)
Children's Nonfiction
48 pages
Ages 4-8
Summary: It wasn’t too long ago that people tried all sorts of things to help sick people feel better. They tried wild things like drinking a glass full of millipedes or putting some mustard on one's head. Some of the cures worked, and some of them…well, let’s just say that millipedes, living or dead, are not meant to be ingested. Carlyn Beccia takes readers on a colorful and funny medical mystery tour to discover that while times may have changed, many of today’s most reliable cure-alls have their roots in some very peculiar practices, and so relevant connections can be drawn from what they did then to what we do now. - from amazon.com
This is the second book by Carlyn Beccia I've reviewed. I did a three day book tour for Raucous Royals: Day One, Day Two, Day Three.
Although in general, I'm not a fan of reading about history, I loved this book. The only reason it didn't get 5 stars is because it was too short. I would have preferred more information but it's a good start for children. I love the way the book is set up. It's a quiz book. Many past 'cures' for common ailments are shown. You have to decide which one(s) actually worked. Then turn the page for a description of each cure and how well it worked.
So which of these three cures for sore throats helped? A frog down the throat, a necklace made from earthworms or a dirty sock tied around the neck? You'll have to read the book to find out. Don't think just because you are adult you will know the answer either, I got some wrong and some right, about half and half. The author also gives us the origin of each strange cure.
Links of Interest: Carlyn Beccia,
Other Reviews: A Patchwork of Books, Shelf-Employed,
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Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Christmas Picture Books I Recommend
Stars: ****
Summary: Meet Mr. Christmas! One day, Mr. Christmas receives a call from his uncle, Santa Claus. He needs help with the Christmas presents! Can. Mr. Christmas deliver the presents to all the Mr. Men.
I love the Mr. Men Series and was delighted to see a Christmas version. Although it's not very believable that Mr. Christmas is related to Santa Claus (since Santa isn't a strange shape) the story was really cute and it's not like most kids are as analytical as me.
Links of Interest: Mr. Men and Little Miss Website,
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Stars: ****
Summary: One Christmas, Little Miss Christmas decides that she needs a break from wrapping presents, so she asks Santa Claus and Mr. Christmas to wrap the last few instead. But will they finish in time?'
I recommend reading Mr. Christmas before Little Miss Christmas only because it shows something from the Mr. Christmas book which will seem a little weird if you haven't read Mr. Christmas. This book is cute but also had a good lesson in it about being responsible.
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Stars: *****
Summary: This is a Christmas version of the tradition Three Bears story. Instead of Goldilocks, the visitor is Santa, but it doesn't quite end in the same way as with Goldilocks!
We just got this one from the library but I would love to own it. It's close to the traditional story but different enough that your child won't be bored with the story. Older children will love pointing out the similarities and differences between the two stories. Adorable illustrations by Paul Meisel. The author also has created The Three Bears' Halloween.
Links of Interest: Kathy Duval,
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Monday, December 13, 2010
Lost Sock!: 200 Clever Ways to Use Your Single Socks by Cynthia L. Copeland with Anya Lewis
Cider Mill Press (2008)
Reference/Humor
224 pages in full colour
Summary: It’s something we all can relate to: you open the dryer, match up your socks…and inevitably a few have mysteriously vanished into thin air. Where have they gone? We don’t know. But now once-happy pairs have become sad “singletons” with no purpose. Now, Cynthia Copeland—whose books regularly break sales records— comes to the rescue with a little gem of a book that gives new meaning to those left-behinds. Filled with Cynthia’s wonderful light-hearted illustrations, contains 200 surprising, clever, and fun uses for the remaining sock, along with humorous insights into where all these missing ones may have washed off to. - From Cider Mill Press
What a great last minute gift idea! This book is SO cute and funny but also useful. You may be thinking how can a book be a reference and humourous. Well it's possible. With over 200 uses for singleton socks plus lost sock anecdotes (such as quizzes, stories & brainteasers), ideas to stop you from losing them in the first place and adorable illustrations and diagrams.
The ideas are categorized by type: socks for pets, socks for tots, socks with a message, socks in the garden, socks at play, socks in the car, dolls & socks, healing socks, safety socks, socks to protect and many others.
Some sample ideas (please note: the following ideas are © 2008 Cider Mill Press.)
- Cut off the foot of two long socks and sew them to mittens. They'll tuck under sleeves and stay on better than mittens alone.
- If you are painting and want to keep your shoes from getting splattered, slip single socks over them.
- Frilly socks can be turned into Barbie doll clothes by cutting off the toe and making arm holes
Perfect for the thrifty crafter.
Links of Interest: Cynthia Copeland, Cider Mill Press,
Other Reviews: NONE YET
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Saturday, December 11, 2010
The Master Your Metabolism Cookbook by Jillian Michaels
Weekend Cooking is a link up event hosted by Beth Fish Reads. Anyone with any kind of food related post can link up, including food book reviews.I have lots of cookbooks to review so every Saturday for the next little while I hope to post a cookbook review and link up to Weekend Cooking. Some will include giveaways and most will include a sample recipe from the book.
Stars: ****
Crown Publishing (2010)
Adult Nonfiction - Cookbook
276 pages
Summary: Jillian Michaels compiled more than seventeen years of research into the Master Your Metabolism plan in order to expose how the secrets of hormonal balance through proper nutrition accelerate weight loss, boost immunity, and reverse aging. Now she makes the process of revving up your metabolism to get hot, healthy, and happy even simpler with The Master Your Metabolism Cookbook.
I really like the information at the beginning of the book, before the recipes although it's a bit scientific and I need to re read it at least one more time for it to sink in. I like the idea of tasty, healthy meals that have multiple health benefits such as Anti-Cancer, Heart Healthy, Boosts Immunity, Improves Digestion, Improves Mood etc.... In fact that information is given at the top of each recipe.
The information chapters are titled:
- Your Biochemistry and You
- The Power Nutrients
- The Diet at a Glance
- Mastering the Health Benfits
- Menus
- Breakfast
- Soups
- Salad and Sandwiches
- Poultry and Meat Man Dishes
- Fish and Shellfish Main Dishes
- Vegetarian Main Dishes
- Side Dishes
- Snacks
- Desserts
- Basics
I wasn't able to get permission to share a recipe with you but you can preview a LARGE portion of the book at Google Books. May I suggest when you get the book, you try Grilled Skirt Steak with Chimichurri Sauce from page 140.
The only reasons the book is not a five star book is because the recipes have a lot of ingredients my picky family doesn't like. Luckily I'm pretty good at altering recipes, I almost never do a recipe exactly as it is written. So I have to alter most of the recipes. If your family isn't as picky as mine or you are single and cook what you want, this would be better for you. Also the recipes don't have photos with them and I've mentioned before how important I think that is.
Besides the beginning section, there is lots of information throughout the book in little side notes. Also each recipe has it's health benefits, an explanation, ingredient list, detailed instructions and nutrition information.
Links of Interest: Jillian Michaels,
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Saturday, December 04, 2010
The Complete Licence to Grill by Chris Knight + Giveaway!
I have lots of cookbooks to review so every Saturday for the next little while I hope to post a cookbook review and link up to Weekend Cooking. Some will include giveaways and most will include a sample recipe from the book.
Please Note: The Heart-Smart Diabetes Kitchen Giveaway from last week is still running!
Summary: By the star of the Licence to Grill show on Food Network Canada is this cookbook. Recipes and grilling tips and techniques.
Okay so I know December isn't really the prime grilling time but I had the pleasure of getting this book in the summer so I was able to try out a recipe or two. I would have tried out more but we don't really have much of a grill. If I had a great grill like the one shown on the cover of the book, we'd grill year round.
The book is full of information: picking the perfect grill, charcoal vs. gas, grill maintenance, grilling tools, grilling history and about smoke.
The recipes are in 8 sections: vegetables, beef, pork, lamb and game, seafood, poultry, desserts and sauces, marinades and relishes.
I'd like to share a recipe I made below but first a few notes. I used dried tarragon instead of fresh and made way less as I was only feeding 3. They were pretty good although they weren't as strong as I'd hoped.
Grilled Honey-Tarragon Carrots
Reprinted by permission from The Complete License to Grill by Chris Knight. (Toronto: McArthur & Company Publishing, 2009). Page 77.
Tarragon is an underused herb with sort of a lemony-licorice kick to it. It goes so well with honey, which goes so well with carrots. Don't use the big honkin' telephone pole carrots, instead go for ones about as thick as your thumb. This side goes nicely with chicken, pork tenderloin or some grilled fish.
14 fresh carrots
3 tbsp sesame oil (45ml)
3 tbsp honey (45ml)
3 tsp chopped ginger (45ml)
4 tarragon sprigs, torn
3 tbsp vegetable oil (45ml)
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
- Cut the leafy tops off the carrots leaving only half an inch at the root.
- Wash and peel the carrots and cut them in half lengthwise.
- Put them into a sealable plastic bag and drizzle with sesame oil, honey, ginger and tarragon.
- Toss to coat and marinate at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat the barbecue to medium heat.
- Oil the grill. Place carrots flat-side down over direct heat and cook for 3 minutes or so depending on how thick the carrots are.
- Flip and continue grilling for a minute or two
- Remove from the heat and serve warm.
Links of Interest: Licence to Grill on Food Network Canada,
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Thanks to McArthur & Company, I have one copy to giveaway to a lucky person in the US or Canada.
I'm going to make it really easy. To enter, all you have to do is fill out the form. No extra entries, no requirements. I decided not to make you enter by comments as some people will comment and not want to be entered and it's confusing.
Good Luck! Giveaway open until December 18, 2010 11:59 PM EST
Friday, December 03, 2010
The Adventures of Medical Man: Kids' Illnesses and Injuries Explained by Dr. Michael Evans & David Wichman
Annick Press (2010)
Children's Nonfiction
Ages: 11+
72 pages
Summary: Learn about nut allergies, concussions, broken bones, strep throat, ear infections and asthma in a fun way. It's like a comic book and regular book all rolled into one.
I'm not a big comic fan but this isn't a comic book. There are comic type illustrations (by Gareth Williams) throughout the book and the story on Strep Throat is a full fledged comic but that's it. This is a great way for reluctant readers to learn more about common illnesses and injuries. The stories are short and broken up with the illustrations and they aren't all fiction or all nonfiction, but a mixture of both so it's like reading nonfiction in a story. The nut allergy one is the longest but it's broken up into episodes with the other stories in between them.
I'm not sure why the authors chose those six ailments but they were interesting and although I thought I knew the basics, I did learn a little bit more than I already knew.
Links of Interest: Dr. Mike Evans, David Wichman's Blog,
Other Reviews: NONE YET
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