Today’s recommendation is not a book kids can read, but one which adults will love to read to their kids or grandkids. It is 288 pages, so it should be taken on as a long-time project, but adults will be tempted to read ahead. The Odessa Chronicles by Carolyn Shelton and Colin Chappell (a blogging friend) is a must-read for adults who remember childhood on a farm and for children who are fascinated by animals. The main characters, Oddessa, “a Barn Owl with an attitude”; Jaxton, a magical Jackalope; Dewey, a cat with”the usual cat characteristics;” and the man-servant, Joshua Pebblestone are unforgettable. The adventures that transpire are warm, funny, and provide “teachable moments” for adults and “life lessons” for children.
I enjoyed reading the book and highly recommend it. Look for a longer review on this blog soon.
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Author: Rae Longest
This year (2019) finds me with 50 plus years of teaching "under my belt." I have taught all levels from pre-K "(library lady" or "book lady"--volunteer) to juniors, seniors, and graduate students enrolled in my Advanced Writing class at the university where I have just completed 30 years. My first paying teaching job was junior high, and I spent 13 years with ages 12-13, the "difficult years." I had some of the "funnest" experiences with this age group. When I was no longer the "young, fun teacher," I taught in an elementary school setting before sixth graders went on to junior high, teaching language arts blocs, an assignment that was a "dream-fit" for me. After completing graduate school in my 40s, I went on to community college, then university teaching.
Just as teaching is "in my blood," so is a passion for reading, writing, libraries, and everything bookish.
This blog will be open to anyone who loves books, promotes literacy and wants to "come out and play."
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This sounds awesome.
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You may have read this blogger. He writes MeandRay or Ray and Me…meandray.wordpress.com maybe
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I am not familiar with this book or author. Is it published or on his blog?
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It is a 200 pg. book, not on his blog. He is from the UK, but I think one can get it in the States…maybe Amazon?
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