Showing posts with label children's. Show all posts
Showing posts with label children's. Show all posts

Thursday, July 23, 2026

Blitz: The Foopy Song! by G.D. Griffiths



The Foopy Song!

by G.D. Griffiths

Children's Book



Food goes in and poop comes out-it's the circle of happy!

Mealtimes can be a struggle, but The Foopy Song is here to turn every bite into a celebration. Follow the rhythmic logic of the "Foopy" cycle: from the very first munch to the final wiggle!

This catchy, cheerful and joyful book helps children understand that eating isn't just about sitting still-it's the fuel that lets them play, laugh, and poop their way to a happy day. By showing kids how food leads to energy and energy leads to play, it turns the daily routine into a delightful, rhythmic experience.

BECAUSE!

Eat. Poop. Play. Repeat!

With a bouncy rhythm parents can sing or read, it's the ultimate guide to why we eat, how we feel, and why a little "poop" is a very big deal.


About the Author

 

 G.D.'s storytelling spark was ignited in the hallowed land of Wales, where his childhood was spent exploring the sea until the legendary midnight summer twilight. His journey led him through academia, earning degrees in Computer Science and Operations Management, culminating in a PhD focused on Virtual Reality.

While pursuing his studies in Nottingham, he met his wife. Together, their spirit of adventure took them first to New Zealand, where G.D. worked in the video game industry and taught Scuba Diving. A seemingly simple job inquiry brought them to California, a place they planned to "try for one year," and where they still reside almost fourteen years later in Redondo Beach.

The family, which welcomed their son in 2012, is completed by Rhea, their quirky German Shepherd. Rhea became the key inspiration for G.D.'s first book, ABC's With Rhea, A doggy journey through the alphabet. Having observed that children learn best through stories, G.D. wrote this book to craft a specific, relatable world for each letter, encouraging children to connect deeply with the subject.

He has recently published his second book, Olly's Journey, and is already hard at work weaving new tales and adventures for his readers.

G.D.'s mission is to empower children to pursue their own creative writing journey.

 

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Monday, July 13, 2026

Blitz: The Rough Life by Danny Fanelli

 


The Rough Life

by Danny Fanelli

Children's Book

Date Published: June 10, 2026

Publisher: MindStir Media



The Rough Life is the adventure of a brand new golf ball named Vic, who finds himself playing his very first round of golf. Things start off well, but Vic quickly learns how humbling the game of golf can be when he is lost in the rough. Vic journeys through the rough, finding a home and making friends with other lost golf balls. While it’s a comfortable life, Vic is not content just watching golf as it happens around him. Vic and his new friends devise a plan to get out of the rough and back in the game.

 

About the Author

 

 Danny Fanelli is a husband, father, elementary school teacher and coach from Westchester, New York. He began playing golf and fell in love with the game at 30 years young. One of his biggest fears in life is sinking a hole-in-one while playing solo (he’s come close). When he is not playing golf or practicing his form in the living room, Danny takes turns with his wife chasing his two, wild children.


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Saturday, July 11, 2026

Books I Plan to Read July 12-18 and last week's result

 


Hello to everyone,

I hope you all are safe and the weather is not too hot or wet. Here it has been mostly in the 80's and 90's, cloudy with some rain. We did have one day that went from 80's to 60's, but it was very wet. I had been trying to get out and take a short stroll at least 2 times a week, but not for the last couple weeks. 

It seems like I read constantly, but I only read between 2-4 hours a day. I saw a movie in a theatre (Minions and Monsters). So I have plenty of time to pack up my house, yet relax so that I do not stress myself out too much. On with the results. I did a better job this week, considering I gave myself quite the list.


Ebooks: 

Rescued by the Marquess by Bronwen Evans - 5 stars

Murder Under the Static Signal by Olivia Crowe - 4 stars

Pies, Lies & Alibis by Sylvie Brooks - 4 stars

The Tales of Sidney and JoJo by Lauren Isaacson - 5 stars

Nana Claus and the Thank-You Notes by Kelly Reddin - 5 stars

Death and the Social Climber by Winnie Simpson - 5 stars

A Pinch of Assault by Misty Simon - 5 stars

Shady's Lady by Morgan Jane Mitchell - 4 1/2 stars

Audiobook:

Lake Bride by Shanna Hatfield - 4 1/2 stars


Planned Reading for July 12-18

Ebooks: 






Audiobook:


Well, it definitely seems a shorter list. I look forward all these books/audiobook. Stay hydrated, stay safe, and relax. Life is not meant to be sped through.

Next week, I will post my results. You can always share what you are reading. Or let me know what you do with your spare time.

La revedere (goodbye in Romanian).




Thursday, July 9, 2026

Book Tour: Nana Claus and the Thank-You Notes by Kelly Reddin, illustrator Aiman Sohail, with a giveaway and my review




Nana Claus and the Thank-You Notes

by Kelly Reddin

Children's Picture Book

Date Published: 07-02-2026

Publisher: Solander Press



Gratitude is important to Nana Claus. Even the smallest act of kindness spreads joy, like sending thank-you notes. Nana Claus helps some special friends learn to write thank-you notes to thank others for what they do for them. Nana and her friends learn about ways to say thank you using short notes.

 




My Review - 5 of 5 stars - 
This story touched me and reminded me to be more grateful myself. Nana Claus was patient and encouraging with the children who came to her house. I loved how she explained how to write and what to write. A wonderful book for the entire family.
About the Author


Kelly Reddin is an award-winning writer and author of the Celebrating Family Series, which highlights healthy relationships between children and the Nana Claus Series, focusing on kindness and friendship. Her short stories and essays have won numerous awards from writing organizations including the Joplin Writers Guild and the Ozark Writers League.

Kelly is a former elementary, middle grade and college educator. Her work at LEGO Education spanned two decades in a variety of positions from Curriculum Specialist to Global Master Trainer. Kelly loves to travel, meet new people, and learn about the world around her. She is active in her community, serving on several non-profit boards.

Join her email list to get updates on her latest releases and her monthly newsletter.


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Purchase Links

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Amazon




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Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Book Tour: The Tales of Sidney and JoJo - Adventures in Thailand by Lauren Isaacson, illustrator Megan Heller, with a giveaway and my review




The Tales of Sidney and JoJo

Adventures in Thailand

by Lauren Isaacson

Juvenile Fiction / Multicultural / Animals

Date Published: 06-23-2026

Publisher: Mission Point Press

Illustrated by: Megan Heller



Sidney and JoJo are off to Thailand, where Mama lives.

Join them on an adventure to faraway lands-by crate, van, car, conveyor belt, and airplane-as they discover the sights and sounds of a tropical new world. Along the way, they meet friendly Thai people, encounter a wise dog, and gaze in wonder at the golden Buddhas and temple cats standing guard. With a few bumps in the road-marked by meows, tail twitches, and new surprises-they journey onward until, at last, they arrive at their new home.

 

 






My Review - 5 of 5 stars - 

I found this to be a cute story. I enjoyed the cats' thought processes as they are transported to their owner in Thailand. This book showed the complexity of travelling pets and had a touching ending. The illustrations showed the differences in the cats.

About the Author


Lauren Isaacson is an educator, business owner, and is excited to add children’s book author to her repetoire. Inspired by the real-life journey of her two adventurous cats during a move abroad, Lauren wrote this story to share with her students and families around the world. She is the founder of The Tutoring Hub: Tutoring & Advocacy, LLC, where she supports students, families, and educators. As her students learned about her two cats and their adventures, a desire grew to give them a story they could take home. Lauren is excited to continue the adventures of The Tales of Sidney and JoJo. You can contact Luaren at ljisaacson491@gmail.com.


Megan Heller is a Michigan-based contemporary artist who earned her BFA in illustration from the College for Creative Studies. Her work blends intricate detail with rich symbolism. Working primarily in mixed media, such as watercolors and colored pencils, with just a dash of digital magic, her pieces have been shown at Black Box Gallery’s Fantasy Exhibition in Dearborn, the Midland Center for the Arts, as well as galleries and exhibitions throughout Detroit and her hometown of Saginaw. This is her first foray into children’s book illustration.


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IG: @the.tutoring.hub, @teacher.lauren.ud

Facebook: Lauren Isaacson and The-Tutoring-Hub (page)

TikTok: @the.tutoring.hub_

Website


Purchase Today

https://mybook.to/TalesofSidneyandJojo

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Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Ebook Review: Nana Claus and the Thank-You Notes by Kelly Reddin, illustrated by Aiman Sohail

 

Blurb

Gratitude is important to Nana Claus. Even the smallest act of kindness spreads joy, like sending thank-you notes. Nana Claus helps some special friends learn to thank others for what they do for them.

Are you ready to write your own thank-you note? You can spread cheer year-round by writing a thank-you note to show a special someone that you appreciate them. Join Nana Claus and her friends as they learn about ways to say thank you to others.

Amazon: Amazon.com: Nana Claus and the Thank-You Notes (A Nana Claus Book) eBook : Reddin, Kelly , Sohail, Aiman: Kindle Store

B&N: Nana Claus and the Thank-You Notes | Barnes & Noble®

Goodreads: Nana Claus and the Thank-You Notes by Kelly Reddin | Goodreads





My Review - 5 of 5 stars - 

This story touched me and reminded me to be more grateful myself. Nana Claus was patient and encouraging with the children who came to her house. I loved how she explained how to write and what to write. A wonderful book for the entire family.

I received a copy through RABT, and this is my unsolicited review.



Ebook Review: The Tales of Sidney and JoJo (Adventures in Thailand) by Lauren Isaacson, illustrated by Megan Heller

 

Blurb

Sidney and JoJo are off to Thailand, where Mama lives.

Join them on an adventure to faraway lands—by crate, van, car, conveyor belt, and airplane—as they discover the sights and sounds of a tropical new world. Along the way, they meet friendly Thai people, encounter a wise dog and a mischievous monkey, and gaze in wonder at the golden Buddhas and temple cats standing guard. With a few bumps in the road—marked by meows, tail twitches, and new surprises—they journey onward until, at last, they arrive at their new home.

Amazon: The Tales of Sidney and JoJo: Adventures in Thailand - Kindle edition by Isaacson, Lauren. Children Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.

B&N: The Tales of Sidney and JoJo: Adventures in Thailand | Barnes & Noble®

Goodreads: The Tales of Sidney and JoJo: Adventures in Thailand by Lauren Isaacson | Goodreads





My Review - 5 of 5 stars - 

I found this to be a cute story. I enjoyed the cats' thought processes as they are transported to their owner in Thailand. This book showed the complexity of travelling pets and had a touching ending. The illustrations showed the differences in the cats.

I received a copy through RABT, and this is my unsolicited review.



Saturday, July 4, 2026

Planned Reading for July 5-11 and last week's results

 


Good evening all,

Happy 4th of July for all my American readers. 

I hope everyone is doing okay with all this extreme weather. Today made it almost to 100 degrees, though we have sunk back into the mid 80's since the sun went down. I did so so with my reading/listening this week. Somehow I keep selecting long books.


Last week's results: 

Ebooks:

Rags's Awakening by Chiah Wilder - 4 stars 

Tethered by the Sea by India R. Adams and Nikki Landis - 5 stars

Brooklyn Masala by Sophie Schiller - 4 stars


Audiobooks:

Lilac Bride by Shanna Hatfield - 4 1/2 stars

Drop a Gear and Disappear by Winter Travers - 4 stars


Planned for July 5-11:

Ebooks:









Audiobooks: 


Well I hope to do better this week. I do have a fair amount of ARCs for this week. Three of the ebooks are less than 50 pages, which is making the list look longer. It is a good thing that I am retired. Take the time to enjoy life. Relax and enjoy the day.

Hej da (Swedish)




Thursday, July 2, 2026

Release: Nana Claus and the Thank-You Notes by Kelly Reddin, illustrator Aiman Sohail, with a giveaway




Nana Claus and the Thank-You Notes

by Kelly Reddin

Children's Picture Book

Date Published: 07-02-2026

Publisher: Solander Press



Gratitude is important to Nana Claus. Even the smallest act of kindness spreads joy, like sending thank-you notes. Nana Claus helps some special friends learn to write thank-you notes to thank others for what they do for them. Nana and her friends learn about ways to say thank you using short notes.



About the Author


Kelly Reddin is an award-winning writer and author of the Celebrating Family Series, which highlights healthy relationships between children and the Nana Claus Series, focusing on kindness and friendship. Her short stories and essays have won numerous awards from writing organizations including the Joplin Writers Guild and the Ozark Writers League.

Kelly is a former elementary, middle grade and college educator. Her work at LEGO Education spanned two decades in a variety of positions from Curriculum Specialist to Global Master Trainer. Kelly loves to travel, meet new people, and learn about the world around her. She is active in her community, serving on several non-profit boards.

Join her email list to get updates on her latest releases and her monthly newsletter.


Contact Links

Website

Facebook: @AuthorKellyReddin

Goodreads


Purchase Links

https://mybook.to/NanaClausThankYouNotes

Amazon




RABT Book Tours & PR

Release: Property of Hayride (King of Anarchy MC: Ohio #3) by Nikki Landis with my review

Property of Hayride Series: Kings of Anarchy MC: Ohio by Nikki Landis Release : July 25, 2026 Goodreads: https://t.ly/OV7C6 Bookbub: https:/...