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Good recipes.
Now that I'm on Atkins, I'm always looking for good new ways to cook meat and future meat (eggs).This book has lots of low carb, protien filled foods for your pleasure! ... Read more

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‘Inch by Inch, Row by Row, Gonna Make This Garden Grow!' This picture book version of a favorite popular song charts the faithful progress of a young boy who overcomes every obstacle'rock and weeds and a hungry old crow'and makes his garden overflow with bounty. Included are the song lyrics set to music for guitar and piano.

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Great to Sing and Read
I reconnected with this song after hearing John Denver sing it on a recently released 'Muppet Show' DVD. It's a song that I have enjoyed sharing with my 2 year old daughter and the book brings the lyrics to life. The illustrations are beautiful and well reflect the lyrics. The book is a staple must-read for us throughout the day and is essential at bedtime (Mom, sing the garden song again!). Several children's cds have this recording by other artists, but my favorite by far is the John Denver.

a song
If you know the tune thats great, if you don't, the book willsing to you! Children will choose this book over and over for the BIGillistrations, the large print and this book is fun. ... Read more

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Beautiful book -- touching true story
This is a beautiful book. The true story of this magnificent bird's struggle to survive will touch the hearts of children and adults who are nature lovers. Great artwork! ... Read more

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A stare of owls. A fall of woodcock. A congregation of plover. A company of parrots. This unique children's book includes easy-to-read, single-sentence entries that describe fourteen common species of birds, including swans, herons, phesants, bitterns, and owls. Four-color illustrations complement the text, providing a curiosity-sparking introduction to the fascinating world of birding. ... Read more

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The Cuckoo Child
I thaught this book would be good because it had a funny name. It was good too. The cuckoo child is about a boy who loves birds of any kind. Helives with his Mom, Dad, and sister. his name is Jack Daw. In the begining Jack sees some chickens hatch. Then he ascked his father when he could have some birds of his own. His father said when he was 5. On his 5th he got budgerigars. For his 6th he got bantams. For his 7th, ducks. Then his 8th birthday came and he got geese. He named them Lidia and Wilfred. The next day Jack was going on a field trip with his class to the Wildlife Park. When they got there, there were more birds than he had expected. And then he saw it; the great male ostrich. It was amazing. His teacher came back for him and they cept going. Then they came to a sign that siad:Ostriches->. His teacher read the signthat told about ostriches. Jack asked his teacher if they would see any eggs. A man "ansered you will see lots". It was a park ranger. He showed them some eggs. After the park ranger showed them the eggs Jack sneaks an egg into his back. What happens to the egg? Read this book and find out!

The Kid and the Bird
I read this book because it was my second choice, and because everyone else was reading it.

Jack Daw loves birds, any types of birds.One day Jack and his class went a field trip to the local zoo.He finds himself looking straight at a nine foot tall, 345 pound ostrich! Then Jack comes up with a plan.Jack steals an extra ostrich egg that's about to be fed to a snake!Then he brings the ostrich egg back home to his family's farm.

If you want to find out what happens to the ostrich egg, and you like birds, read this book!It's very interesting!

The Odd Bird
I read this book because our teacher said that if we put a book review on Amazon.com we could keep the book.So why not?Before I read the book I thought it was about a child that was crazy about something,I didn't even think that it was about birds.The main characters in this story are Jack,Oliver,Lydia,and Wilfred.Jack has a way with birds and he is always with them he loves them so much that he gets them for birthday presents.One day his class goes on a field trip and he gets something if you what to find out read this book.This book is very interesting i think it is a very good bookfor all ages it is only a 127 page book too! This is one of those books that you take time out of your day to read it!

An on the farm kinda bird!
This book is veryinteresting if you like birds. A boy takes an egg andhatches it. Its an ostrich. he raises the bird. Then the bird gets to bigfor the farm. What will happen to the bird? Read this book to find out! ... Read more

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Very Cute
the book itself is a little hard to follow. I do like that it portrays the aspect that you can learn things new and just not what you are taught since you are born.

the story and art had a huge impact.
While the age range indicated on the entry here indicates4-7 years, the story and art had a huge impact on my two year old. On a more adult level it reminded us that no matter how much we teach them, children may have toleave home to learn the most important things about themselves.

The words and images will resonate in your mind forever.
This book is perfect for helping a child or even afrustrated/disillusioned adult learn to be hopeful and confident abouthim/herself and the unforeseen possibilities for the future.The paintingsare filled with expressiveness and a mystical quality. Spare words let theessence of the message sing.

I loved this book!
I came across this book in a store.I was totally charmed by the depth and charm of the illustrations and moved by the tale itself.This is a wonderful book for age 6 and up. Larry ... Read more

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Pigeon Love in San Francisco
No child growing up in the SF Bay Area should be deprived of this classic tale of love in the nation's most romantic city. Read it aloud to ages 3 to 6.

Sid and Midge are pigeons who eat the bread crumbs from Blum's Bakery (now the Macy's Union Square entrance ...ugh) and enjoy the city together, particularly Union Square. Kids can really relate to Sid's plight on a horribly stormy day, when he is separated from his lovely Midge. They are happily reunited, and the sun shines just as beautifully as every San Franciscan knows it can.

Illustrated in quite colorful pencils, all in 50's fashions (a time when no San Franciscan woman went outside without hat and gloves) with charming views of the city that kids will joyfully recognize.

A classic! This would make a treasured posession for that special San Francisco child! ... Read more

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Panicky Henny-Penny and her fine fearful feathered friends are all in a dither. The sky is falling and they must tell the king! Inthis hilarious, pun-packed adaptation of the classic tale, Jane Wattenberg updates the text with rockin' rollin' rhythm and hip-hoppin' panache: "'What's buzzin', cousins?' breezed Ducky-Lucky and Drake-Cake." "'Why the scowl, fowl?' gobbled Turkey-Lurkey." "'What's clickin', chicken?' pauwk, pauwked Cocky-Locky." Foxy-Loxy, that cunning cad, that greedy grunge, that skanky prankster, leads the flighty flock straight intohis evil lunch room, and that's the end of that for all except Henny-Penny, who squawks: "Chicka-chicka-bunga! I forgot to lay my egg today!" and runs lickety-split home again.

Wattenberg's fantastic photo-compositions feature her very own friendly fowls, as well as some clever non sequiturs of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Stonehenge, and the Egyptian pyramids, among other international landmarks. She is the creator of the bestselling board books Mrs. Mustard's Baby Faces and Mrs. Mustard's Beastly Babies. We can only hope her future plans forpicture books don't run a-fowl, because this one is farm-fresh. (Ages 3 to 7)--Emilie Coulter ... Read more

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You Lucky Ducky! You Found The Right Version of Hen Pen!
Click on this title by accident? Serendipity! Keep reading.

If you only buy one version of Henny-Penny, this is the one to have. If you have other versions of Henny-Penny, get this one and use the others for beach fires or scrap paper--THIS ONE IS THE DIVA! Fabulous photography is mentioned in other reviews and they speak truth. The photo art is superb, witty, charming..., but what I love is the language. Get out the voices and get ready to play! This book rocks! It begs to be read aloud, a perfect picture book for even very old children like me.

Fabulous
Jane Wattenberg's updated retelling of Henny Penny is full of rhyme, rhythm and very hip, very colorful language. My five year old can't get enough of this book. The photo illustrations are terrific with some silly surprises thrown in that all children will love to find and figure out. This is one fast paced, action packed, amazing book. Your family will love it.

Definate Buy for young chlidren
My child is at that age where she loves music and anything with a rhythm. I remember when I was a child and was told this story; well the tale of the sky falling returns with a new twist. My child spends hours just rapping out the catchy lyrics in this remake of a classic story that all children are guaranteed to like. If you have a child within the ages of 6-15, i would recommend this book.

Henny Penny rocks!
I love this cool new version of Henny Penny! The photo-montages are amazing and the text is fun and hip! This is one of those children's books which adults will love to read at least as much as kids.

Dumb hen in a bright new look!
When I first saw this book, I thought, "Oh, no!", another classic has been ruined! Our pandering to the young with short attention spans continues. I had to change my opinion when I actually took the tour through Jane Wattenberg's book. It is a tour, as our friend from days past sets out on her mission to let everyone know...well, you know! Using photos of real animals was a stroke of genius, it made the book much more humorous and real at the same time. The colors are brighter than in the retellings of classics by Jon Scieska and Lane Smith, the closest books I can think of related to this one in genre and style. This brightness and the smart, sly humor make the book a lot of fun. The busy look of the book becomes integral to the story--everything is there for a reason. My favorite page is the one which has the road signs to help Hen find the king--there are visual puns on every variation of "king" you can think of. I read aloud to classes and decided not to read this to my kindergarten and first graders. There are too many references to events, people and cultural knowledge that they would not understand. Of course, on seeing the book my first thought was that this younger age was the target audience. However, reading it to third graders was a blast! They got enough of the references to find it hilarious and love it! They want to look at it more, because it takes time to find all the fun things. An added bonus is that adults really laugh--a nice break for a teacher in the middle of a school day! I highly recommend this book for older elementary age students and the adults in their lives. ... Read more

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Tommy cannot gobble. He crows He travels from one locale to another trying to fit in.It is not until he meets a helpful pair of rabbits who teach him self-confidence that he discovers the beauty of his true voice and is able to return home with his head high. ... Read more

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Great book
This book teaches a great lesson about confidence, something that all of us, adults and kids alike need. Told in a rich style that appeals to all ages, this book truly deserves a five star rating.

A true work of art
I love this story!The author did a beautiful job delivering a message of confidence.I would definitely recommend reading this book, especially to children.

"Crow like you own the world"
CON-FI-DENCE, a word and idea that is somewhat ignored now-a-days. This great little book conveys the message that being "unique" is not such a bad thing after all. By looking at the world or one's situation from a different angle, a perceived negative can indeed become a positive, shame can turn into pride, ignorance into acceptance. Parents would be wise to spend some time sharing this story with their young children and hopefully it will rekindle a small fire in their souls as well. Having the pleasure of meeting the author I can see where the energy of her message comes from; I'm sure that her influences will be felt by many now and for years to come.

A beautiful, inspirational book
I am so pleased with this book done by fellow Georgians.

The wonderful story in this little book by Eva Haynes, an elementary school teacher, willsurely encourage many childrenand promote their self-confidence.And thebeautiful and comical drawings are worth the price of the book. I have beentold that the 10th grader Kelly Bozarth, the illustrator, was only 13 whenshe did this work.

Both the author and illustrator have my highestpraise.

Illustrations and story are Superb!
I first read about The Turkey that Crowed in our local paper, and decided to take my two grandaughters to the Haynes and Bozarth book signing. Thebook with its "character building" story and the beautifulillustrations is both touching and comical. The little book impressed me somuch that I purchased several copies of the book for the young members ofmy extended family.

I understand that this is the first work by theauthor, Eva Johns Haynes, who is a kindergarten teacher in a public schoolin middle Gerogia. I was very surprised to learn that 15 year old KellyBozarth, the illustrator, was only in the 7th grade when she did the artwork. Both she, and the author, have a great future ahead. ... Read more

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Birds in an idyllic setting help a girl to find a new home.
Children are fascinated by this beautifully illustrated picture book about a homeless young girl who discovers a house where birds gather. Cynthia Rylant's beautiful prose makes this an excellent read-aloud.It has been a favorite in our school library, and has led to many interesting discussions and written responses. ... Read more

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The other peacocks want Prewitt to move away, then they discover the benefits of his ferocious-looking tail. ... Read more

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Bill Peet charms again!
If you have yet to become acquainted with Bill Peet books, you're in for a treat! His vibrantly colorful illustrations are fantastic and his stories very engaging. I remember as a child how my imagination would run and frolick around in his wonderful stories and pictures.

Prewitt Peacock's story is no exception. It's a tale of a... well... a tail. Prewitt's tail is different from the other peacocks' tails, and he's subsequently an outcast. His tail isn't quite what it seems, however, and what was once his weakness becomes his greatest strength. Without being melodramatic, Bill Peet's story can teach a child that it's OK to be different - what sets you apart can make you special, too!

This book comes highly recommended for all kids (and their parents)! ... Read more

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A little duckling is lost and frightened
A little duckling is lost and frightened - but by putting one foot in front of the other he learns a new strength and finds in himself a new ability to undertake a frightening journey. Little One Step is a very simple book with large words, easy pictures, and encouragement to kids to take one step at a time when facing something frightening or new. ... Read more

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Young readers everywhere are fascinated by raptors - by their powerful talons (similar to dinosaurs'), their astonishing eyesight (ten times sharper than ours), and their awesome speed in flight. RAPTOR! Invites children into this wild world with a lively text enhanced by more than 100 full-color images by nature photographer Tom Vexo. Kids are encouraged to explore the mysteries of flight, raptor hunting strategies, and behavior - and to learn how to locate raptors in the wild. Flight silhouettes, range maps, real-life stories of individual birds, and more will satisfy the most voracious raptor enthusiast. ... Read more

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for raptor-lovers of all ages
I've been teaching raptor biology for two decades to all ages of humans, and this is the most thorough, attractively designed, and accurate kids-oriented book on birds of prey I've seen. Kudos to the Laubachs, who obviously did their homework, and produced both an activity guide and a reference book on all the diurnal and nocturnal birds of prey of the US and Canada. If you have a young raptor watcher in your life, Raptor! would be outstanding for ages 7 to 17, however, the photos and excellent natural history would render it enjoyable for all ages. ... Read more

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A weaselly weasel, a sprinkling of Italian, and a gentle message about self-esteem–all in one gorgeous, funny picture book!

Mamma mia!

Perhaps trusting a weasel was not such a good idea.

First he weaseled his way out of helping to sow and tend the corn, and now he’s stolen the entire harvest! What’s a little crow to do? She’s too piccola to defend herself! So she finds a wolf–a big, snarling one–to help her. But is her new fierce friend really necessary? This piccola crow may find out that her grande spirit is all she needs. . . .
Here is a playful romp through the Tuscan countryside–complete with a sprinkling of Italian and an important message about friendship and self-esteem.

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Va bene!
What a great book. Not only is it a very cute fable, but my 5-year-old loves being able to surprise his Italian Nana with the Italian phrases he's learned. We first read this as a library loaner, but my son was so reluctant to return it that we had to buy our own copy.

The stuff of which memories are made
In the rolling Tuscan countryside a piccola crow goes into business with a wily weasel. And therein begins the story of Andiamo, Weasel! by Rose Marie Grant and illustrated by Jon Goodell, ($15.95 Alfred A. Knopf.)

This charmingly illustrated children's book is perfect for youngsters of all ages, meaning the grown-ups who read it to the children will enjoy the tale and the telling as much as the little ones. Grown ups reading aloud may even break in to the song "Funiculi, funicula!" more than once!

Youngsters accustomed to hearing parents and grandparents split their speech with words from the old country will feel right at home in this fable. Consider that all the speaking parts in this fable belong to the animals, and they all live in Italy, of course, they'll sprinkle their exchanges with a bit of Italian. (Won't the grown ups delight in translating for the little ones!)

Even the rooster, who only has one word says it in Italian, "Chicchirichi!" Frankly, we've never heard a rooster crow in another language, but if they did, we're sure this is how they'd sound in Italian. (It's that willing-suspension-of-disbelief-thing, we ARE talking about a fable here!) But the best part of that rooster's cameo word is hearing Mom or Dad or a grandparent bringing the word to life, or life to the word and lighting up a child's face.

As the glossary at end of Andiamo, Weasel! explains, piccola is small. So the crow is small and needs the help of the weasel, who ends up being prodded by the title (Andiamo, Weasel!) and rarely succumbs to work after the corn crop is sown while they merrily sing "Funiculi, funicula!"

This fable works on many levels, one of which for the children reading it is to learn that hard work will be rewarded, and that even though they might be small, or piccola, they probably are much stronger than they realize and should stand up for what's right.

As interesting and fun as is the story, I could see reading this aloud and pausing to point out the rich detail capturing the Tuscan farm country. The piccolo crow wears a flower in her straw hat; the weasel wears a neckerchief (as if he could just as easily hold up the next stage coach!) that he later wears around his broken leg when there is work to be done. In the menacing rain corn husks like vipers whirl in the wind under dark clouds.

The piccolo crow enlists the help of a wolf to frighten the weasel into doing the right thing. The wolf could have been drawn to be more scary and imposing a figure - but let's not upset the friends of the wolves in the world. And the tenor frightened off the bandstand by the piccolo crow - why was he a fat, balding man with a handlebar mustache? Ooh fah!

But these minor points are no reason that you shouldn't run out now and buy a copy of Andiamo, Weasel! for every tot you know, from 1 to 101 years old. It's the stuff of which memories are made.

Believe In Yourself
This is a wonderful book for children, ages 5 to 8, to learn how to believe in their own power.

And quite frankly, it might not be a bad idea for adults to read, and think about the things that they want out of life.

Masterpiece
Andiamo, Weasel is a work of pure genious. Parents and children alike will laugh and learn valuable leasons about life and how persaverance ultimately pays off. Crow and Weasel team up to plant and harvest a corn crop but when it comes time for the real work, that lazy Weasel comes up lame. See how Crow overcomes adversity and solves the challenges we all face on our journey through life, friendship, and the rewards both can bring. The Italian country side coupled with timeless Neopolitan expressions adds a delicious flavor for the new young reader.

Andiamo, Weasel!
Brava! Andiamo portrays the Italian culture with gusto. The artwork is sunkissed and the character jump from the page with a story of friendship and self-esteem. I work as a children's book editor in Rome. Alessia Giovana ... Read more

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Open your eyes to a world of discovery.

Fly with amazing birds over deserts, seas, woodlands, and lush rainforests. From pink flamingos to chattering parrots and racing roadrunners, there are lots of feathered friends to meet. A wealth of facts, combined with dramatic photography, ensures that Eye Wonders are the perfect educational start for young children.Eye Wonders is a groundbreaking reference series specially developed for younger children aged five plus. In a stunning style departure for DK, wonderful photography shows subjects within their natural setting, offering a whole new level of information through powerful images. Vocabulary is accessible to children aged five plus, with the meanings of new, subject-related words clearly explained. The series provides an excellent knowledge base on the natural world for children starting to learn. The combination of breathtaking visuals and informative, accurate text will hook even those children who usually avoid books. ... Read more

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interesting for young readers
My six-year old just received this book as a present. He his obsessed with birds, but this is the first book on birds he owns that is not a field guide. The book is nicely laid out, with chapters on each of the different classes of birds such as songbirds, birds of prey, waterfowl. There are also chapters on bird behavior such as courtship and nesting. There seems to be an appropriate balance of stunning photographs and text. The text highlights the main points, example "Fast Fishing: Ospreys fly high over water, diving down at high speed to catch fish. Just before hitting the water, they thrust their feet forward and plunge into the water to grap their prey. The osprey's feet feel like sandpaper, which makes them useful for gripping slippery fish." Finally, the book contains a glossary and a list of bird habitats for each of the species discussed in the text. Ideal for any young bird lovers! ... Read more

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a GREAT author! a GREAT book!
Cari Best is my favorite children's book author. My daughter is two and she loves Best's stories. Goose's story is a wonderful tale about love, friendship, family, animals, and trust. Best writes wonderfully, and the words are beautiful time after time.

Goose's Inspiring Story.....
"Henry hears the honking first. He circles the pond, around and a half, sending up splashes of warm spring mud all over his winter coat. Henry knows the geese are coming. And then I know it, too..." This is the best time of year for our young narrator, as the Canada geese arrive back at her family's pond, each spring. But this year she notices one of the geese has a badly injured foot, and when she visits the pond the next day, the goose's foot is gone. There she stands all alone, separated from the rest of the flock. The other geese have shunned her. "I never thought geese could be so mean." The little girl wants to take care of the poor footless goose, feed her, pet her, be her friend, but her mother and father warn her not to. "A wild goose has to learn to live with her weakness. Or she won't live at all." As the summer slides towards autumn, the little girl notices that the goose has grown stronger and more capable. It can balance and hobble on its stump, search for food, and swim. But she still worries that the goose won't be strong enough to push off and fly south for the winter, and will be left behind to die. And then one day when she comes home from school, all the geese are gone, and so is her little crippled friend. The winter months pass and the girl thinks often of the goose, and then one spring day, soon after she spots the first robin, she hears the familiar honking. "They land together. A couple of geese. Honking and flapping. Drinking and bathing. Combing each other's feathers. One is larger than the other, his neck as thick as a fire hose when he stretches it out to protect her-the goose with one foot..." Inspired by an actual event, Cari Best's touching and captivating story, as seen through the eyes of a grade school girl, is filled with drama, courage, determination, and triumph. Her engaging and evocative text is complemented by Holly Meade's bold and vibrant paper collage illustrations, that bring the wonders and wildness of nature to life. And together, word and art paint a vivid, empathetic, and uplifting portrait of an unlikely and endearing heroine. Perfect for youngsters 4-8, Goose's Story is a heartwarming tale of nature and survival, and is definitely one of the best new picture books of 2002. ... Read more

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Sail away with Lottie and Herbie in their first adventure! ... Read more

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Still one of our family's favorite picture books
My daughters are all teenagers now, and therefore pretty far over picture book age. Still, every summer we bring out Lottie's New Beach Towel to the family room coffee table so we can enjoy and re-appreciate the wry humor and simple, colorful illustrations on every page. It's the best of summer in a book.

Fabulous for All Ages (even under the recommended '4+' age)
My 16-month old daughter LOVES this book and the cute illustrations - grandma has been "forced" to read it over and over and it has kept her attention. We're looking forward to getting the other books in the series.

charming
This is the first in a series of 3 books with Lottie the Hen and Herbie the Duck. Wonderful illustrations, sweet stories. Highly recommended.

Absolutely wonderful
The illustrations are just wonderful in this book and so is the story. If you love the beach, you will definitely enjoy this. Lottie uses her beach towel in a variety of ways, to walk on when the beach is hot, as a sail when Herbie's boat stops running, as a bridal veil. And it is great that Lottie writes a thank-you note to her Aunt Mattie for the towel. The text is simple to read, but it is slightly more "grown-up" in nature compared to other childrens books we have. Nonetheless, since we are avid readers, my three year old loves it and we also have "Lottie's New Friend".

Laugh Out Loud Funny
My 3 Year old laughed out loud at Lottie's antics. The brief text is accompanying by charming pictures that tell the rest of the story. This book is a great gift for any child who loves the beach. ... Read more

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In the third uproarious adventure of Wild Willie and his fellow detectives, Willie is thrilled when his old best friend, Kyle, moves back to the neighborhood. His new best friend, Lucy, is not so thrilled, and friction ensues as she and Kyle compete for Willie's attention. But all three can agree on one thing: Kyle's new house is mysterious! The previous occupant-whom they dub Loony Loraine-died in the bedroom that is now Kyle's, and strange noises and voices can be heard from a secret passageway. Is Loony Loraine haunting the premises? Wild Willie, King Kyle, and Lucky Lucy put aside their differences and hatch a plan to catch a ghost. The three young detectives work out the snags in their friendship while bringing the mystery to a successful-and hilarious-solution. ... Read more

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Funny and Exciting!
I loved this book! It was easy to read, funny and suspenceful! It also has funny drawings! Willie, Lucy and Kyle remind me of me and my friends. When they investigate Kyle's haunted house, it gets just a little scary but it also makes me laugh. I borrowed the book, but now I think I'm going to buy it so I can read it again! It's perfect to read at Halloween!

Ghost Trap
This book is about three kids that like detective stuff. They find this secret room and they think there's a ghost in there, so they try to capture it.
I think you should read this book because it is funny.
People who like funny books should read this one.

Scary review
Willies old friend Kyle is moving back, but in his house is a ghost. Another problem is Willie's new friend Lucy and his old friend Kyle don't like each other. I hope they get to be friends. They're going to try to catch the ghost. Let's hope they do.
I think any kids who like Mystery Books should read this spectacular book. ... Read more

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Charlie's beloved grandfather is ill, and Charlie will do anythingto save him. He brings home Blue Sky, a lively baby raven, because his NativeAmerican friends claim the intelligent birds have powerful medicine. Grandfather, a naturalist, is intrigued, and urges Charlie to keep a naturejournal about Blue Sky. But caring for--and protecting--a wild creature is ahuge responsibility. Charlie's observations teach him wondrous things aboutravens--and some surprising lessons about humans. Weaving natural history, myth,and a family narrative about life and death, Jean George proves again why she isone of the most admired children's writers working today. ... Read more