Wednesday, January 10, 2018

Answer to Monday's Riddle: A Twisty Beanstalk...


Excellent guessing, Riddlers. This week, we're climbing over a twist in Jack's beanstalk. Friday, Margo has a children's picture book to share that will keep your imagination in the clouds, so stay tuned! See you all around the book block. ; ) ~ F

A story sprung from a bean spills magic on the scene. Tossed away, seed took root, stalking up a giant's boot. In the clouds, riches rise; tantalizing thieving eyes. Up the stem to get the loot, luckily, it's not Groot. 

What am I referring to? Answer: Jack and the Beanstalk!


Make time to riddle and rhyme!

62 original riddles and illustrations
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Monday, January 8, 2018

Monday's Riddle: Story Beans...

Hello, Riddlers! Can you guess our theme this week? One of my favorite twisty tales. ; ) ~ F

A story sprung from a bean spills magic on the scene. Tossed away, seed took root, stalking up a giant's boot. In the clouds, riches rise; tantalizing thieving eyes. Up the stem to get the loot, luckily, it's not Groot. 

What am I referring to? Stop by Wednesday for the answer!

I gave you a clue!

Friday, January 5, 2018

One for the Murphys


"We can have whatever we want in our lives. It's only a matter of deciding. But we don't have to do it alone. We have each other."
― Lynda Mullaly Hunt, 
One for the Murphys



Twelve-year-old Carley Connor’s life turns upside-down when she's sent to live with a foster family hundreds of miles away from her Las Vegas home. Her life with her mom hasn’t always been easy, but Carley is tough and has been able to handle things. Now she’s worried about her mother, confused about what happened, and doing her best to be invisible at the Murphys. While Carley feels welcome by Mrs. Murphy, who never stops smiling, the oldest son (who is her age) makes it clear he wants her to leave. The two younger boys don’t take long to worm their way into Carley’s heart and every day it gets harder to ignore the affection Mrs. Murphy continues to show her. At school, she’s the new kid and for the first time has new clothes and a chance to start fresh. When a friendship forms with an unlikely classmate, Carley listens, but can’t tell her friend the truth about her situation. Will she settle into her new life? Will Carley’s mother ever reach out to her? Read this touching book about facing our fears, making changes and believing in hope to find out!

One for the Murphys by Lynda Mullaly Hunt is a powerful story! I read it in a day because I had to know what happened to Carley. She is a girl that I can imagine being friends with because she has feelings that I can relate to, even though we have different lives. I think the book would be helpful for anyone that has been in foster care or had a foster child live with them because they would be able to relate to the experiences of Carley and the Murphys. It made me think about how hard it can be to make a change when we are scared or worried. We feel like our armor and our edge protects us, but they can also prevent us from feeling loved. I would recommend this book to anyone in 4th grade and up that is ready for an emotional story with characters that will really make them think. Be prepared to cry!

Has anyone else read One for the Murphys? Or have you read another book by Lynda Mullaly Hunt? We’d love to hear your thoughts!

Happy Reading!
~L

Wednesday, January 3, 2018

Answer to Monday's Riddle: When A Door Closes...

Excellent guessing, Riddlers! This week, it's all about new beginnings. Tune in Friday for Lizzy's Book Review and find out how the answer ties into the story. See you all around the book block. ;) ~F

A blank sheet for you to mark. A new horizon lights the dark. A finished chapter, you'll turn the page; first words set the stage. Time passes, as it's said, but it only ticks inside your head. Now is new on your way- what happens next is today.

What am I referring to? Answer: A fresh start.


Make time to riddle and rhyme!

62 original riddles and illustrations
Available in all e-book formats

Monday, January 1, 2018

Monday's Riddle: Turn the Page...

Hello, Riddlers! Happy New Year! Can you guess our theme this week? We're at the beginning again, time to rewrite the scripts and throw in a twist. : ) ~ F

A blank sheet for you to mark. A new horizon lights the dark. A finished chapter, you'll turn the page; first words set the stage. Time passes, as it's said, but it only ticks inside your head. Now is new on your way- what happens next is today.

What am I referring to? Stop by Wednesday for the answer.

I gave you a clue!
Wishing all of our readers a happy and bright 2018. Thank you for your comments. We love reading your thoughts! 
Stephanie Robinson & Jessica Haight
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