Reviews written by fantasyreads11

Fake Skating is such a fun and easy-to-get-into romance that mixes childhood nostalgia with that classic fake dating tension. The story follows Dani, who moves back to her hometown expecting to reconnect with the sweet, awkward boy she used to know. Instead, she finds...

Sleeping Beauty is a beautiful retelling of the classic fairy tale, but what makes it stand out is how it is set in an African setting with a diverse cast of characters. The story follows Princess Rebecca, who is placed under a curse as a...

Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes is such a fun and interactive way to get babies and toddlers engaged with reading and movement. I used this book with a few little ones who sometimes struggle to pronounce words or follow along with longer stories, and it...

Dinosaur, Dinosaur, Say Good Night is such a comforting yet fun bedtime book, especially for little ones who love dinosaurs. I read this book to a young relative of mine who is usually extremely distracted during books and can’t sit still without talking constantly....

Do Your Ears Hang Low is an absolutely fun twist on a classic nursery rhyme that kids will want to hear again and again. In this version, dinosaurs take the spotlight, showing off their unique features while trying to join in the familiar song....

The Great Dinosaur Sleepover is a funny picture book that turns a disappointing birthday into an unforgettable adventure. Jake is excited for a dinosaur-themed sleepover, but when all his friends come down with the flu, it seems like the party is ruined. Just as he goes to bed feeling disappointed,...

Blade of Secrets is a story that surprised me in how much it focused on Ziva’s inner world as much as the external adventure. She isn’t the typical confident, quick-talking heroine. She’s anxious, socially awkward, and feels safest in her forge surrounded by metal...

A Thousand Perfect Lies is a fast-paced and addictive YA mystery set at a prestigious boarding school filled with secrets, lies, and hidden motives. The story follows Billie, who takes on a fake identity to investigate what really happened to her sister, who is...

The Clique is a drama-filled, fashion-heavy story about popularity, status, and what it’s like trying to fit in at a new school (similar to the Mean Girls movie). It follows Claire, who moves to a super wealthy area and ends up attending an elite...

World Without Birds was surprisingly an engaging nonfiction book that really makes you stop and think about how much birds matter. Instead of just listing facts, the book walks through different ecosystems and shows what birds actually do in those environments, and what happens when they disappear. It doesn’t just...

Valentines Are the Worst is a funny, slightly chaotic picture book that follows Gilbert the Goblin, who absolutely refuses to get into anything related to Valentine’s Day. He’s not interested in cards, hugs, or anything remotely sweet, he’d rather be doing literally anything else, like eating tacos. But things take...

The Very Impatient Caterpillar feels less like a typical story and more like listening to a kid panic in real time, which is honestly what makes it so fun. The caterpillar finds out he’s supposed to turn into a butterfly and immediately loses it over how long it takes. He...

"I Am Not a Chair!" is a funny, playful picture book about a giraffe who just wants to be seen for who he is, but keeps being mistaken for a chair. On his first day in the jungle, Giraffe tries to let the other animals know he isn’t furniture, but...

David Goes to School is a humorous fun book that captures all the nervous energy and excitement of a child’s first day at school. David is full of curiosity and energy, but he struggles to follow the rules, pay attention, and stay out of trouble. The story is written in...

"It’s Christmas, David!" is a fun and festive board book that captures all the chaos and excitement of the holiday season through the eyes of the mischievous David. In this story, David is eagerly waiting for Christmas but struggles to stay out of trouble. From sneaky antics to over-the-top excitement,...