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Since its initial publication, The Magic Bookshelf has become a staple on home and library shelves across the country, even traveling as far as Canada, the United Kingdom, Japan, and South America. It has appeared as a series of excerpts in The Los Angeles Times Book Review and been featured in premier parenting resources including Parenting's Baby Talk magazine and Positive Parenting, a national radio show hosted by "Mr. Dad," Armin Brott. The Magic Bookshelf has been a selection for several high-profile book clubs and won a Writer's Digest publishing award.
Here's just a sampling of what others are saying about this busy book and its 10th Anniversary update. We look forward to hearing your comments too!
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A solid acquisition for anyone seeking to promote literacy in their own or other's children, December 7, 2008
Finding the right book for one's child is absolutely essential for promoting a life long love of reading. "The New Magic Bookshelf: Finding Great Books Your Child Will Treasure Forever" is a guide for parents and educators in matching children with the right books that will spark that love for literacy teach them that reading can be as fun as any toy or video game. Listing many solid children's titles with notes on what each book is about, what's the cream of the crop critically, and much more, "The New Magic Bookshelf" is a solid acquisition for anyone seeking to promote literacy in their own or other's children. |
"Usually Rooster talks about books for children, but [The New Magic Bookshelf] is for teachers, librarians, parents, and anybody who is in the world of literacy. [The author] annotates all sorts of wonderful books. She even talks about how to encourage children to read. So this little book is one that everybody in the world of literature is going to want to get."
“This is an outstanding resource for parents, teachers and others who care about the reading life of a specific child. The suggestions are practical, easily carried out, and inexpensive. The book lists are more useful than any I´ve seen, because they are designed to help parents get started on their personal program. You may be surprised at the books for children that are good literature... or you may just be surprised at how truly captivating children´s books can be.”
—Bella Online
“The advice that parents used to receive from teachers is that it doesn’t matter what your child reads, just that she or he reads. This outstanding book takes appropriate issue with that way of thinking and proposes an alternative approach that will enrich your child (or grandchild’s) reading skills, knowledge of good stories, and ability to write.”
—Amazon.com Top 100 reviewer
"This is a WONDERFUL book for parents, grandparents and others who want to powerfully impact the reading lives of children of all ages. I was so glad to see the reissue as a new edition because it includes newer titles and more practical, real-world tips including electronic options. The book lists are fun to read and very useful in making book selections that truly matter. You'll keep this guide handy for years!"
— South Carolina grandmother
“This is just what parents are looking for.”
—Wanda May, bookseller
“…This [book] includes a wealth of information. I would heartily recommend it if you are looking to lure your children into literary enchantment.”
—Heart of the Matter Online
“Giving my daughter a head start so she can find just the right books—and opening a whole new world for her—is nothing short of miraculous… [The Magic Bookshelf] helped me send this gift to my daughter, and I believe it will change her life. Thank you.”
—Bob Filipczak, Amazon.com
“Crammed with excellent advice and scores of books of quality and literary merit. I wish all parents could read it.”
—Lillian Spears, eighth grade teacher
“Your book is a great foundation for parents of new babies to read and use as a reference guide.”
—Crystal Milton, parent
“… A comprehensive parents’ guide to helping children learn to make the right reading choices while creating a more literary environment in their homes. The book helps parents transform their children’s lives and brighten their futures by introducing them early to the very best children’s literature.”
—Joe Spatoro, Homeschool Zone
“The Magic Bookshelf has given me the opportunity to bring a new kind of magic into my classroom… My students are lost in their books.”
—Angela, elementary school teacher
“This little book is a must for parents, grandparents, and teachers who need some guidance in the world of children’s literature. (It) gives sound suggestions without the ‘soapbox approach.’ I liked the author’s idea that a magic bookshelf ‘can exist in the mind’ as well as being physical.”
—Mary Patrick, grandmother
“The Magic Bookshelf deserves to become a classic in the field.”
—Julie Zachowski, head librarian, Beaufort (SC) County Library
“This is a book I wish I’d had when my daughter was little. It’s my new baby present.”
—Danielle King, parent
“This is a fantastic book. I feel it offers more practical suggestions than do other (parenting) books, and gives me a road map for books as my four-year-old grows.”
—Robin Hall, parent
"I thoroughly enjoyed Chapter 1 of your new book. You are so articulate and make so much sense as you discuss your subject. Makes me want to read some of the [books] I missed and tell all my friends with children about your book."
—Cynthia Cook, parent
"I think you have done a great thing by re-vamping your book. In today's society there are so many parents that need guidance... Your book is the single most helpful guide they could use. You have a done a great service."
—Dorothy Grindstaff, parent
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