Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
Louis Sachar’s Holes is a funny, heartfelt mystery about fate, friendship, and second chances. Stanley Yelnats’s journey from unlucky teen to unexpected hero is filled with clever twists and meaningful lessons about perseverance and justice. With humor and depth, Sachar creates a story that appeals to both kids and adults, making this a must-read classic for middle-grade classrooms.
A secret school. A team of misfits. A royal heist to stop. The Misfits: A Royal Conundrum is a quirky adventure full of heart, humor, and the power of not fitting in.
Mission Defrostable is a delightfully rhyming picture book adventure perfect for PreK-3rd grade. Join Lady Pancake and Sir French Toast as they race to save the fridge from a mysterious frost! Kids will love the awesome characters and mystery, while adults will appreciate the humor and clever wordsmithing. A top-notch, highly recommended read for any classroom library!
In The K Team, Andy Carpenter’s wife Laurie teams up with her former partner and his German shepherd to form a new investigative team. From David Rosenfelt, author of the bestselling Andy Carpenter mysteries, comes a story filled with sharp humor, loyal dogs, and fast-paced detective work. Fans of crime fiction and canine companions alike will love this engaging start to a new series.