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Is Common Sense Media Enough?

Posted on June 30, 2014 by Mrs.N

When I started describing my blog to a local librarian, she responded with only, “Have you heard of Common Sense Media?”* Of course I have!  Although I don’t often consult the site, I think it provides a much needed service. … Continue reading →

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The Candymakers

Posted on October 23, 2013 by Mrs.N

The Candymakers by Wendy Mass I was really looking forward to reading this because it’s written by Wendy Mass, whose books I generally enjoy and also because my students were really excited about it when it came out.  But once … Continue reading →

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Rapunzel, the One with All the Hair

Posted on June 20, 2012 by Mrs.N

Rapunzel, the One With All the Hair by Wendy Mass. The Kindle version is only $2.51! Just like Mass’s retelling of Sleeping Beauty, this is told from alternating viewpoints.  In one chapter we meet Rapunzel, snatched away from her parents … Continue reading →

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Sleeping Beauty – The One Who Took the Really Long Nap

Posted on June 15, 2012 by Mrs.N

Twice Upon a Time #2: Sleeping Beauty, The One Who Took the Really Long Nap by Wendy Mass Wendy Mass is super popular right now, which probably explains the recent reissue of this 2006 publication.  It was a completely uninspired … Continue reading →

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11 Birthdays

Posted on July 30, 2010 by Mrs. N

11 Birthdays by Wendy Mass is a cute story bound to appeal to young girls. On their 10th birthday, Amanda and her best friend Leo had a falling out. Now on the eve of their 11th, something or someone seems … Continue reading →

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