Showing posts with label Kwame Alexander. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kwame Alexander. Show all posts

Sunday, March 8, 2026

Review: Might Macy

 


Macy got a book for her birthday and can't wait to read the next book. But when she arrives at school, she's stunned to learn that the library is closed. The library will only be open two days a week to save money. Macy knows that she needs to spread the word. She doesn't love speaking in public, but there is a school board hearing coming up. Macy doesn't know what she's going to say. She wishes her writer father could help, but he's away at the moment. Can she help save the library?
My Thoughts: This was such a fantastic book about real issues facing libraries today. Might Macy is a novel in verse making this a fast read, but there's a lot packed into the novel. I love how she came up with the speech for the school board and how everything turned out. Macy's working towards a violin recital. She's having trouble with it but keeps practicing. Macy has a lot on she shoulders, but she does find a way to make it all work. 

Cover Thoughts: Cute
Source: My Library
Library Recommendation: A must have books for public and school libraries

Tuesday, July 12, 2016

Tween Tuesday Review: Booked

More than anything, Nick loves soccer. But when his parents decide to get a divorce and his mom moves out - nothing seems right anymore. 
My Thoughts: I really enjoyed this book.
I loved Mr. Mac - the librarian who was a former rapper
I loved April and her bookish ways
I loved the moments between Nick and his mother
I thought Nick being made to read his father's word dictionary was entertaining and interesting. 
I liked the blackout poetry and exploring expression. 

Cover Thoughts: Perfect
Source: My Library
Library Recommendation: Highly recommended for tween collections in all libraries.

And it's just perfect for this year's summer reading program theme.