These are a few of my favorite things...

In case you aren't aware, I write book reviews for children's books on Examiner.com. Since I'm always reading and looking for the exceptional in kids' lit, I wanted to share some of my favorites. If you're looking for a good child's read during spring break (or any other time), check out the list below. The links will take you to reviews on my Examiner.com page, where you can find more information about the books and their authors. Enjoy!

Picture books

• Gregory, the Terrible Eater
• Louise the Big Cheese and the La Di Da Shoes
• Mostly Monsterly
• 31 Uses for a Mom
• Recess Queen
• Over the Moon

Early chapter

• Zapato Power: Freddie Ramos Takes Off
• Roland Wright, Future Knight
• Space Station Rat

Middle grade

• Snow Treasure
• The Ruins of Gorlan
• Crunch
• Ruby Holler
• Fever 1793
• Saving the Griffin

Young Adult

• The Adoration of Jenna Fox
• Choices

Nonfiction

• The Muppets Make Puppets
• Growing Up Royal—A timely look into what it really means to be one of the royal family. (Kate Middleton, I hope you know what you're in for.) After reading this, you might be glad you weren't born with a tiara on your head.
• The Secret of the Yellow Death—A dramatic story of the scientists who solved the mystery of yellow fever, ultimately saving thousands of lives.