Siblings Books

This is the second book I read that was written by Mrs. Smallcomb. I really liked this book. It is about 11 year old twin sisters who help find a sunken treasure while traveling in Amsterdam. I love adventure and fantasy and this book had both. While I read the book, I learned alittle about the country of Amsterdam as well.

Horray for Pam Smallcomb! I read The Trimoni Twins and the Sunken Treasure with my daughter and we both really enjoyed it. As a mother, I appreciated a book that is written for children that does not contain any violence, yet can still keep the reader engrossed. The Trimoni Twin and the Sunken Treasure is a tale of good vs. evil that leaves the reader satisfied in the end. Since this was the first of the Trimoni Twins books we have read, we look forward to reading the first two: The Trimoni Twins and The Trimoni Twins and the Changing Coin.

This story has my 3 favorite Ms...Magic, Mystery and Mayhem.
It keeps you guessing with twists and turns galore as you
join in a treasure hunt unlike any other. Honest! I love the
Trimoni twins and all the trouble they get into.

Insightful and detailed, unlike any other book on the subject of twins. Dr. Le-Bucklin can relate to the reader from personal experience. The tips are realistic for "real life" application and incredibly effective. This book would make a great gift for moms expecting multiples!

This book is a must have for anyone who already has twins or is expecting twins! It is full of helpful tips and even definitions and explanations of common medical terms that a mother and father of multiples will hear throughout the pregnancy. It was both an informative and enjoyable read with fun twin facts and touching personal stories. It includes the author's own experience with the pregnancy of her own twins, uniquely given from a pediatrician and patient's perspective. I'd recommend it to all women and their families who will be blessed with their own pair of twins!

Moms of twins will feel this book is a heart-warming letter or conversation from a sister or best friend sharing her personal experience with her own twins. Real-life anecdotes create a connection between you and the author, forming a "sisterhood" of moms of multiples where shared experiences are both informative and entertaining. I found myself chuckling at some of the stories and nodding in confirmation at others. The best part is the confidence in knowing that the information comes from a mom of multiples who is also a successful pediatrician with serious professional credentials.

This book is great! Liz and Jess have always wanted a little sister.
So they take care of Chrissy, who they think is so sweet, but she turns out to be spoiled and bratty. When Chrissy disappears, Liz and Jess are so worried! Will they find her before her parents come back?

This book was SO funny! I reccomend it to all Sweet Valley Twins fans. I loved it when they finally found Chrissy! You have to read this book!

This book is very very very very realistic and good!!!! Once you start to read this book, you will never stop because there is to much adventures

The Vampirate Series is excellent. Each book just gets better and better. I would recommend these to everyone. It was delivered in great time, no problems.

I haven't actually read this book, but I bought it for my 11 year old grandaughter and I can't express how much she loved it. She read and enjoyed the other two in the series, but she can't quit talking about this one. More than one school night, her mother has caught her reading after "lights out" because she couldn't wait to see what happened in the next chapter. I will definitely buy the next one out for her.

Vampirates: Blood Captain by Justin Somper is the third book in this series that mixes vampires and pirates in a heady romp through a world of rising oceans, treasure and mystery. Be warned, when you have read this book you will immediately want to find copies of the previous two books so you can read more about the characters.

In this installment, Connor Tempest and his twin sister Grace are pursuing separate paths, exploring their place in the world. Connor continues cutting a swath in the pirate world. He meets Molucco's brother, Barbarro, and his son, Moonshine, who takes an immediate dislike to Connor. The boys are thrown together as Molucco and Barbarro plan a daring raid.

Grace travels with a blind vampire to a mysterious Sanctuary to learn if Lorcan's blindness can be healed. In the Sanctuary she begins to learn healing from Mosh Zu, a vampire guru, but all is not as it seems. She finds both friendship and betrayal as she learns new skills.

The characters in Blood Pirate are well rounded, believable, and likable. As I read a chapter about Grace, I would be wondering what was happening to Connor. The alternating chapters became a device to keep the reader's interest, and Somper doesn't stick slavishly to them. The other people who populate the book are given the same careful treatment. Some were introduced in earlier books and some are new to this one, but each one is crafted with the care and attention to detail that run through the book. Yet the book is more than just character, it is a wild ride through a fascinating world.

Justin Romper is working on the fourth book of the series. Read this one, and you too will be waiting impatiently for its release.

Armchair Interviews says: Good sci-fi!

I think Vero and Philippe is a great book. I really enjoyed all of the adventures that they had. I really liked how Vero let her pet snail Thor free in an orchard. Philippe turns out to be a nice older brother when he takes the blame for the practical joke that they play on their parents to get their maid Francine back. I would reccommend this book to kids and adults.

I like this book because it taught me how hard it would be to move from one place to the other. Because I have two brothers and a sister, I could relate to the fighting and frustration between Vero and Philippe. There were many parts that were very funny and just as you were going to put the book down, something would always happen to make you continue reading. It was a fun book to read.

Caroline Hatton's first published full length story is well-crafted and appealing to young children of all ages. It is a great read-aloud book for younger elementary school children. Because it is based on the author's own childhood, the characters ring true. The essential spirit of a loving family is captured in a realistic, humorous way. Young Vero is struggling to adjust to her new home in the city after living in the French countryside all of her life. She and her beloved brother Philippe have their differences of opinion, but they love each other dearly. Vero has a strong spirit, and a creative mind that gets her into scrapes at school, at home, and everywhere she goes. If you are looking for a charming, fresh story--this is the book for you. If you liked reading Little House on the Prarie but wished it was funnier and more modern, you'll like Vero and Philippe. Nice pen and ink illustrations throughout for those children who prefer books with pictures to go with the text.

For parents looking for good books for their children--this is a winner--no bad language (like Junie B. Jones), no situations requiring parents to explain about bad things in the world (like Magic Treehouse historical fiction), no violence (like Pokemon)--just a wonderful story that will become a children's literature classic and that you will want to read again and again.

this is no doubt the best book i've ever read. i've read it about 7 times! if you like ghosts, and telepathy (both sets of the Starbuck twins can communicate without anyone else hearing their conversations) this book is for you. before you read this one, though, you should read the first two. they are great too, but in my opinion this one is the best.

I read this book about eight times, i think. It is one of the best I have ever read. The two pairs of Starbuck twins, who communicate by mental telepathy, go to New Mexico for thier father's job. Little do they know what is in store for them. They meet an ancient ghost who was once an indian maiden. She tells them of secrets long past, ones that might help them in the present. Will they collect the pieces of an ancient piece of pottery before they go into the wrong hands? I'd recommend this to middle school students. Or anyone who likes to read.

This book takes place in New Mexico, where the telepathic Starbuck children are taken to for their father's work. There they meet a young indian maiden's ghost whose past reveils the truth of the present. They must collect the pieces of pottery of an ancient pot before they fall into the wrong hands. This book is very gripping for the young adult reader.

Join Sister, Mother, and a very doting Grandmother as they follow a trail of evidence in their hunt for Baby. The mischievious Baby gets into everything from mud to powder, tracking it throughout the house. My three year old daughter especially loved pointing out the monster hand and footprint showing where Baby had been and was going. She and I laughed together over this book with its fun story and vivid pictures.

The wonderful way that Grandma sees the positive side to all the antics of Baby is sure to make Moms, Dads and kids chuckle. Hazel and Mom wring their hands and roll their eyes but to Grandma, Baby can do nothing wrong. Sound familiar??

A fun, tongue-in-cheek short story with colorful, busy pictures. A big hit in our house!

I had to call my mom and read her this book over the phone. I think most parents will see their parents in this book. My kids made me read this 7 or 8 times (library book), and would have made me read it more if it hadn't been due back!

Although a children book; parents, teachers and adults will be captivated by this book. The customs of the Arabian Gulf region during the fasting month of ramadan is beautifully narrated and illustrated. Cultures across the globe will connect to the story telling. So timely and essential.

Though not a Moslem, I think it is important that we understand other cultures. I especially liked the illustrations for this book-in my opinion (biased as it may be), they "made" the book. I appreciated the colors and lighting effects, as well as the images themselves. I hope this artist does more books in the future!

This unique book is a must have for all families of Muslim faith and is an excellent and positive insight into Muslim culture for all children.

Wintering Well is a really good book to read. It talks about a boy named Will and his sister Cassie. Will gets his leg cut off and him and his sister Cassie move into town with their sister to look and start a new life, Will getsa new leg and a job for.....Read it to find out! I LOVED IT!
-Oreo-From Clinton,MO.

Wintering Well is a terrific book. The characters are wonderful, and the author does a great job of approaching a very difficult subject-physical disability-in a way that is moving and engaging. It's clear that the author did a lot of historical research, but the research never gets in the way of the writing or the story. It's seamless and reads beautifully. Reading Wintering Well, you feel like you have stepped right into the early 19th century. Highly recommended.

Will has an accident and loses his leg, but WINTERING WELL is not gross or sad ... it is about how he copes, and how his sister Cassie helps him ... and they both learn that challenges can bring exciting rewards. I couldn't put it down, and I'm older than 13. Really good and exciting and feels real..One of my favorite books now!

Ursula Jones has created a fresh story about the traditional witch. In this book, children will identify with the characters as the witch's children look like normal, modern age children. The witch herself looks like "today's mom" with long, beautiful hair--as described by a six year old girl who read the story--and a purple dress with matching jewelry. Students will enjoy the silly and funny characters as well as the plot, and they will enjoy the new spin Jones has given to the tradional "princess and prince" fairy tale. Students will also be captured by the illustrations as they make the story alive with movement and magic.
This is a story that kids wouldn't want to miss!

As a parent this is my very favorite children's Halloween book! I keep thinking about it and how much I love the humor, illustrations and story - all combining to offer a hilarious, clever, unique and fantastically interesting Halloween adventure. The story is absolultely fresh and even in that the teller has mastered her idea so completely that the delivery is flawless. From the littlest Witch Child who keeps falling down because she's laughing so hard to the wonderful description another reviewer cited about the MOMMY! incantation - every page is a new thrill in fun and joy. The illustrations are captivating, subtle yet on-spot in the characters' expressions, simplicity and believability. The Witches Children could be anyone's children and that is why this book is so funny and enjoyable. Buy it and be ready for some fun and laughter!!!

we read this book multiple times a day with my daughters' names replacing the names of the children. they love the story and discuss it as if they were part of it. it reminds us of Knufflebunny - such lovely interpretation of one of the best times of life, when the incantation "MOMMY!" will solve just about everything.