Welcome to the May and June 2012 issue of Through the Looking Glass Children’s Book Reviews. I have put together a wonderful collection of reviews for you for this issue, and I hope you enjoy reading the reviews as much as I have enjoyed writing them.
Editor's Choice
Above World
by Jenn Reese
Many years ago, humans finally came to understand that their population was too large and no longer sustainable. They came up with an extraordinary solution to this problem: they decided that some of their number they would modify their bodies to that they could live ...
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Special Feature
Music and Musicians: For this issue's special feature, I look at books about music and musicians for readers of all ages. Here readers will find picture books, novels and nonfiction titles that explore the world of music and that help us to appreciate what it means to be a musician.
Seasonal Feature
Summer is here! At long last the cold and wet days are behind us and children can look forward to many weeks of sunshine and play time outdoors. Some families begin the season by visiting their local pool or by going to the beach. Meals are eaten outside, barbecues are fired up, and summer vacations are planned and anticipated. Celebrate the summer season with some wonderful books for readers of all ages.
Series Spotlight
Every month TTLG chooses a series to spotlight. The series can be from any genre, and it may be complete or a project that is ongoing. This month: The Redwall Books - Novels that take readers on grand adventures with colorful characters.
Author/Illustrator Spotlight
Every month TTLG highlights the work and life of an author or illustrator. This month's spotlight features
Organization Spotlight
Read to Feed is a reading incentive service-learning program that offers global education opportunities and will foster in your children a love for reading, a passion to help others and ...
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TTLG Book Giveaway!
Every so often TTLG gives books away to our readers. Check back regularly to see what is available.
This month Through The Looking Glass Children’s Book Review has one copy of each of these books to give away.
Bookish Calendar
Every month TTLG creates a calendar of birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays. Many calendar items are linked to reviews of books we think you will enjoy reading. Through the linked books you can find out about people who have influenced history, events that have shaken the world, and celebrate holidays you enjoy. Check back here every issue to find interesting titles.
In this Issue...
Book Reviews
Features
Spotlights
Other Items
For Readers, Authors, Illustrators, Publishers
For Authors and Illustrators: This page is for children's book authors and illustrators. Here they find how to submit books for review, and lists of resources to help in their work.
For Publishers: This page is for children's book publishers. Here they find how to submit books for review, how TTLG can help publicize their books, and how to sign up for TTLG's monthly editorial calendar.
