Kids Books - Cultures

Like many other books this is a story of an unfortunate tragedy with a fairytale ending. Throughout the book the author keeps your attention and reminds you of the scenario so that you are not confused. It however does give away many of the details in the story, that may have been meant for a unexpected twist, so it won't keep you guessing which makes it an easy read but takes out much of the thrill and mystery. Overall I found it very predictable. On the other hand I found the book to be a page turner that kept you reading. Its sure to be a read you won't soon forget. One detail I loved about the book is it describes India today. It gives you a piece of mind and makes you appreciate everything you have, and reminds your some have nothing. The story also was an inspiration to me. The main character, Koly was not only strong and tough but kind hearted and wise. With these qualities I found myself almost caring about the character and wanting to make sure she turned out okay. This alone can make Homeless Bird a instant favorite. Overall the book was a great read an any reader is sure to enjoy it.

Malala's Magic Pencil is a great book, its about a young girl who loves to learn and go to school, but when dangerous people come to her country, she's forced to stop going to school, but she will not stop learning, so, she fights for freedom, soon enough she makes it on TV and becomes famous for trying to help her country, people from other country's start fighting with her, and soon enough, her country finally get's its freedom...

I decided to read this book because it looked interesting, and my parents are always reading James Patterson books. So I thought I would give it a chance, The book was really good, you never really wanted to stop reading. At school in an half-hour i could have read 100+ pages. Give the book a chance you may love it. One more thing I liked about this book was you don't have to read the books in order because in the beginning of the book hey fill you in, on the main stuff like; character names stuff like that.. Great book!

A great one if you like men in history who stood up for what the believed in, defied gravity, and did other amazing things. I loved it! 5 stars!

This book is about how The Vanderbeekers find someone sleeping in the shed of their community garden. Mama and Papa agree to feed the mysterious person living in the shed. One day one the Vanderbeeker kids go into the shed to drop of food for the person. But when they see a shirt that seems oddly familiar they become suspicious and then there suspicions are confirmed. 4th Book of the Vanderbeeker series and I loved it!

We gave this book at a baby shower and my mom has read this book to me, when I was little, many times. The illustrating is incredible and the speech MLK gave was amazing! I loved every bit of it. I highly suggest it for any age!

"Zulaikha hopes. She hopes for peace, now that the Taliban have been driven from Afghanistan; a good relationship with her hard stepmother; and one day even to go to school, or to have her cleft palate fixed. Zulaikha knows all will be provided for her--"Inshallah," God willing. Then she meets Meena, who offers to teach her the Afghan poetry she taught her late mother. And the Americans come to her village, promising not just new opportunities and dangers, but surgery to fix her face. These changes could mean a whole new life for Zulaikha--but can she dare to hope they'll come true?"

the bar was my favorite part. Xander and James are my favorite. it was hilarious when Xander just walked out of the bathroom and took a seat and ordered wings like he was in a restaurant. I can't wait till the 3rd one comes out.

Every time Prince Horace(a.k.a Prince Brat) ties the noble's wigs to their chair, or makes the knights fall off their horses, or puts frogs into the moat, whipping boy Jemmy needs to endure lashes of a whip.Because of all this, Jemmy hates Prince Brat. When Prince Brat makes Jemmy run away with him, he accepts. Soon after, they are caught together by Hold-Your-Nose-Billy and his accomplice Cutwater. Jemmy and Prince Brat will need to trust and help each other if they want to stay alive. This was a great book because it was funny.

This book is so perfect for African-American girls or people who are Black. It is such an inspiring read and so very important for Black girls like me to know that there are inspirational women who did great things and also looked like them. Really, Everyone should read this book! Your Friendly Reviewer, Lotte Parker