Monthly Archives: February 2013

Blog on Hiatus and a South American Adventure

Posted on 10/02/2013 by Diane Tulloch

Yes, that’s right folks as from tomorrow, this blog will be in hiatus for the next four weeks as hubby and I take off for a summer adventure in South America. We have been planning on going for nearly two … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Posted on 08/02/2013 by Diane Tulloch

HIROMI’S HANDS Written and Illustrated by:  Lynne Barasch Published by:   Lee and Low Books Inc Ages:  6 and up Theme:  determination, cultural diversity, family, belief, hard work, goals, NonFiction Opening Lines:  The day my parents, Akira and Kaoru Suzuki, left … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Posted on 01/02/2013 by Diane Tulloch

Finding Joy Author:  Marion Coste Illustrated by:  Young Chen Published by:  Boyds Mills Press Ages:   6 and up Theme:   multicultural, adoption, family Opening Lines:   When Shu-Li was born, her mother and father cried.  They wrapped her in a soft red … Continue reading →

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