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Recommendations for Women's History Month

2/24/2021

Celebrate Women's History Month with Green Bean Books as we share some of our favorite books of fantastic females!

Noisemakers: 25 Women Who Raised Their Voices & Changed the World
Edited by Kazoo

This book is a collection of incredible illustrated comics about brave, intelligent, trailblazing women across time. From storytellers to mountain climbers, and scientists to detectives, every young reader will find inspiration in Noisemakers.

The ABCs of AOC: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez from A-Z
Written by Jamia Wilson and Illustrated by Krystal Quiles

The ABCs of AOC is an exciting introduction to US government and activism for young progressive readers. This book breaks down many of the concepts that Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez fights for and participates in, including Democracy, Human Rights, and Protests. This book is a great way to get your child interested in government and activism.

She Persisted Around the World
Written by Chelsea Clinton and Illustrated by Alexandra Boiger

She Persisted Around the World introduces thirteen women who did not let significant
obstacles discourage their persistence. The majestic illustrations are warm and inviting, showing
girls that they can be and do anything they set their minds to. This empowering picture book is a
must have for all young girls.

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Stay tuned for more reviews!

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Early Chapter Book Recommendations

2/21/2021

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Do you have a child who is building their reading confidence and ready to move up from beginning reading books? Whether starting early chapter books as read-alouds first or immediately using them for independent reading, they’re a great choice! Most feature more text but they are divided into manageable chapters with plenty of illustrations to give your eyes a visual treat.

Here are just some of our favorites that we think you’ll enjoy as much as we do!

Polly Diamond and the Magic Book
Written by Alice Kuipers, Illustrated by Diana Toledano

It’s every writer’s dream! Polly Diamond finds a magic book that makes everything come true. Through hilarious trial and error, she realizes she has to be more careful with what she writes down because it might just happen!

Skunk and Badger
Written by Amy Timberlake, Illustrated by Jon Klassen

In a new series for fans of The Wind in the Willows comes a story of an unlikely friendship. When Skunk shows up at Badger’s doorstep, the latter’s whole world which was orderly and quiet and turns upside down. Will they be able to get along or will the appearance of too many chickens be too much for them?

The Fabled Stables: Willa the Wisp
Written by Jonathan Auxier, Illustrated by Olga Demidova

Readers looking for a beginning light-hearted (and big hearted!) fantasy will find their perfect book in this first installment of a new series. Auggie is tasked to take care of magical and one-of-a-kind creatures. When one of them needs help, he’ll do everything to save them. Full color illustrations.

Sydney & Taylor Explore the Whole Wide World
Written by Jacqueline Davies, Illustrated by Deborah Hocking

Get ready for an adventure with two best friends- a hedgehog named Taylor and a skunk named Sydney. They will travel to Places Unknown and hunt like the ferocious animals they are...or, at least try to! The whole wide world can be a scary thing but with a good friend by your side, anything is possible!

Our Friend Hedgehog: The Story of Us
Written by Lauren Castillo

Winnie the Pooh fans will find themselves charmed with Lauren Castillo’s new series about the loveable creatures of Hedge Hollow. When a storm separates Hedgehog from her best friend Mutty, it will take a lot of courage and a lot of friends to help them reunite!

Planet Omar: Unexpected Super Spy
Written by Zanib Mian, Illustrated by Nasaya Mafaridik

Fresh from facing down bullies in the first book in the series, trouble-magnet Omar is back and this time it’s up to him to solve the case of some missing money that would have helped his family’s favorite mosque open. Will his quick thinking save the day or will he end up running out of ideas?

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Happy reading!

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New Books to Read!

2/2/2021

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There have been so many good books released in 2021 already!

We want to share some of our recent favorites...

When Life Give You Mangos
by Kereen Getter

Twelve-year-old Clara should be having the time of her life- living in what some may call an island paradise and spending time with her best friend eating ripe mangos. But something happened last summer- after a hurricane hit- that affected her memory and Clara's never felt the same then. Now there's a new girl in the village that may change everything. Readers will be immediately enticed by Kereen Getten's debut middle grade novel and will be turning pages to discover the secrets of the past. For Clara it'll be a summer to remember- and for remembrance.

The Smartest Kid in the Universe
by Chris Grabenstein

What starts out as an innocent act of snacking on some jelly beans at his mom's work ends up with Jake being pursued by the government and mega corporations. Because unbeknownst to him, the jelly beans were digestible information pills and now he knows everything there is to know! Chris Grabenstein delivers another rollicking middle grade novel full of pirate treasure and school quiz bowl competitions.

The Lion of Mars
by Jennifer L. Holm

Bell is your typical eleven-year-old boy living in Mars in the year 2091. He wonders what it would be like to travel beyond his own planet- to Earth, even, where his people used to live and have been cut off from for generations. When a mysterious illness befalls the adults, it's up to Bell and other kids to find a solution and perhaps bridge the gap between the Mars colonies once again.

The Beast and the Bethany
by Jack Meggitt-Phillips

Ebenezer Tweezer has discovered the secret to immortality- and it's the beast in his attic that he has to continuously feed to maintain his youthful appearance. For 511 years, it's worked like a charm. But now the beast is hungrier than ever and wants a child to feast on. What they didn't bargain for was Bethany! Have they bitten off more than they can chew when they've met the most unpleasant child in all of existence?

What have you read recently? Share it in the comments below!

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Middle Grade Reviews, Part Five

2/2/2021

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We know you’ve been missing browsing our shelves and discovering a book that wasn’t on your radar. So, we’ll be sharing some newer middle grade releases throughout the week.

Give us a call at 503-954-2354 if you want any of them. And have your kids leave reviews in the comments of good books they’ve read recently.

How to Make Friends with the Sea by Tanya Guerrero

After moving around all his life, Pablo and his recently divorced mother have settled down in the Philippines. As if that wasn’t enough to take in, they end up taking in an orphaned girl with a cleft lip. Will Pablo find a way to make his new situation feel like home?

For fans of Everlasting Nora by Marie Miranda Cruz, Hello, Universe by Erin Entrada Kelly and Pie in the Sky by Remy Lai

All the Impossible Things by Lindsay Lackey

Ruby “Red” Byrd has moved around from one foster home to another. And, when she thinks her life is settling down a bit, an unexpected arrival shakes things up again. Not to mention she also has the magical power to control the wind based on her emotions. If you want a moving story with a touch of magical elements, look no further!

For fans of The Thing about Jellyfish by Ali Benjamin.

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