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.Short!: A Book of Very Short Stories
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by: Kevin Crossley-Holland

March 26, 1998
There has always been something rather second rate about Kevin Crossley-Holland; if he has mastered anything it's picking at the off-cuts of other people's work and making them his own and I think that this collection demonstrates this clearly.
The traditional stories that are in this collection have all been done better elsewhere and the ones taht seem to be Crossley-Holland's own all seem imbued with something rather mean-spirited; tales full of children coming to harm or being threatened.
He even has a go at being "street" and getting down with the kids - "Hey, respect, lion!" But it doesn't work: it just sounds like some elderly white bloke trying to be current.
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.Advent Calendar: Ted Rand "the Night before Christmas"
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by: Ted Rand

September 15, 2005
There has always been something rather second rate about Kevin Crossley-Holland; if he has mastered anything it's picking at the off-cuts of other people's work and making them his own and I think that this collection demonstrates this clearly.
The traditional stories that are in this collection have all been done better elsewhere and the ones taht seem to be Crossley-Holland's own all seem imbued with something rather mean-spirited; tales full of children coming to harm or being threatened.
He even has a go at being "street" and getting down with the kids - "Hey, respect, lion!" But it doesn't work: it just sounds like some elderly white bloke trying to be current.
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.Miley Cyrus Yearbook 2009: Star of Hannah Montana: Star of "Hannah Montana" (Hannah Montana)
City Travel Guides > Books > Ages 9-11
by: Posy Edwards

September 04, 2008
There has always been something rather second rate about Kevin Crossley-Holland; if he has mastered anything it's picking at the off-cuts of other people's work and making them his own and I think that this collection demonstrates this clearly.
The traditional stories that are in this collection have all been done better elsewhere and the ones taht seem to be Crossley-Holland's own all seem imbued with something rather mean-spirited; tales full of children coming to harm or being threatened.
He even has a go at being "street" and getting down with the kids - "Hey, respect, lion!" But it doesn't work: it just sounds like some elderly white bloke trying to be current.
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.Comic Relief: Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (Harry Potter's Schoolbooks)
City Travel Guides > Books > Ages 9-11
by: Newt Scamander, J.K. Rowling

March 11, 2001
A lovely read, I find myself reaching time and time again for this book because of the hilarious "comments" made my Ron Weasley and Harry Potter. This really does remind of a fantasy textbook, in the way that we would all love to scribble in our textbooks from time to time, to enliven the dull formulas and such that we all have had to learn! However, this is anything but dull.

JK Rowling goes into detail about mythical creatures, all of which are very interesting to read, partly due to the fact that most of them have been mentioned in the Harry Potter series, and you find yourself giving a little smile of recognition once every two minutes.

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.Tales of the Greek Heroes: Retold from the Ancient Authors (Puffin Classics)
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by: Roger Green

August 01, 2002
very clear and easy to understand and read. full of interesting and factual information but presented in an exciting way. Absolutly fascinating! a must have for all historians or anyone hus interested in ancient civilisations.
covers a huge variety of different stories, myths, legends etc.
All in all an excellent book definatly 5 stars and definatly worth reading.
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.Can I Tell You About Asperger Syndrome?: A Guide for Friends and Family
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by: Jude Welton

October 29, 2003
Asperger Syndrome?: A Guide for Friends and Family].
Our 5 year old Son has just been diagnosed with AS after 12 months from hell in his first school reception year. We never felt he was different & still don't, but little quirks that we just related to his own individuality are shown within this book which makes you sit up & think that this book could be written about your own Son. Its clear, concise & totally wonderful in how it takes you through the journey of an AS child & how he sees the world from his little corner. We will shortly be sharing its contents with our 8 year old to help him to be patient & understand his brother a little better. The foreword states that 'parents have needed this book for a very long ... Read More:
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.Ranger's Apprentice: The Sorcerer of the North (Ranger's Apprentice)
City Travel Guides > Books > Ages 9-11
by: John Flanagan

November 04, 2008
Asperger Syndrome?: A Guide for Friends and Family].
Our 5 year old Son has just been diagnosed with AS after 12 months from hell in his first school reception year. We never felt he was different & still don't, but little quirks that we just related to his own individuality are shown within this book which makes you sit up & think that this book could be written about your own Son. Its clear, concise & totally wonderful in how it takes you through the journey of an AS child & how he sees the world from his little corner. We will shortly be sharing its contents with our 8 year old to help him to be patient & understand his brother a little better. The foreword states that 'parents have needed this book for a very long ... Read More:
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.Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (Book 1)
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by: J.K Rowling

June 26, 1997
this is only one of the harry potter books.if you liked this you should read the rest.th ewhaole collection is utterly fantastic.brought me into the stoty straight from the start!
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.Dear Olly
City Travel Guides > Books > Ages 9-11
by: Michael Morpurgo

June 04, 2007
Olly, her brother Matt & Hero are the star cast of this story which neatly & sensitively draws childrens attention to the war victims of Africa & the on-going problem of landmines.

Well written & easy to read. Provides a good platform for developing readers to expand from.

3 stars probably not enough ... just not enough options to choose.

Enjoy reading.
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.What Planet are You from Clarice Bean? (Clarice Bean)
City Travel Guides > Books > Ages 9-11
by: Lauren Child

September 26, 2002
This book has a positive message about the environment as well as the usual bright illustrations. The front cover is dazzling and it also features Betty Moody's first appearance.

One day, Clarice's older brother Kurt causes a commotion by telling his family that the tree in their street is going to be chopped down so they all camp outside in order to save it. On the other hand, this gives Clarice an idea for her school project on the environment, but will it cause her to be late for one measly day for school? Read the book to find out...
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