Author Archive: Bianca Schulze
The Children's Book Review, named one of the ALSC Great Web Sites for Kids, is powered by Bianca Schulze, mother to two daughters. Bianca has almost a decade’s worth of experience working with children and is passionate about continuing to work with children. Combined with her love of books and experience as a childrens specialist bookseller, the goal is to share her passion through this blog.
The Secret World of Arrietty, Based on the Book “The Borrowers”
In celebration of the Walt Disney Studios and the legendary Studio Ghibli release of THE SECRET WORLD OF ARRIETTY on Blu-ray & DVD Combo Pack we present you with clips from the film and bonus material.
Laurisa White Reyes Discusses “The Rock of Ivanore”
By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review Published: May 18, 2012 Laurisa White Reyes has been writing since the age of 5 when she wrote her first poem on a scrap of poster board. After earning a degree in English at California State University at Northridge, she spent thirteen years writing for various magazines and [...]
Giveaway: Weaverworld: Grimsnipe’s Revenge
Enter to win one of two autographed paperback copies of Julia K. Rohan’s Weaverworld: Grimsnipe’s Revenge.
Weaverworld is a mystical place that can also be a dangerous. With friends at his side, Jack must find a way to fight an evil force before it succeeds in destroying both his family and the Weaver way of life.
May 2012: Best Selling Kids’ Books, New Releases, and More …
Here’s the scoop on the most popular destinations on The Children’s Book Review site, the most coveted new releases and bestsellers.
Books for Mikey: Reluctant Readers’ Books
Sometimes, as I ponder tactics for encouraging the “reluctant readers” in my life (typically late-elementary through middle-school boys), I cast my mind back to an earlier generation’s paragon of averseness, Mikey [Life cereal commercial]. Only instead of confronting Mikey with healthy breakfast cereal, in my imagination, I confront him with fiction.
Giveaway: Because Your Mommy Loves You by Andrew Clements
Enter to win a copy of Because Your Mommy Loves You and Because Your Daddy Loves You by Andrew Clements and illustrated by R.W. Alley.
Perfect for Mother’s Day and every day after, Because Your Mommy Loves You is as heartwarming as its predecessor, Because Your Daddy Loves You.
Interview with Toni Buzzeo
Toni Buzzeo, MA, MLIS, is a New York Times bestselling author as well as a career library media specialist. She writes picture books for children as well as many professional books and articles and lives on a colonial farm in Maine.
Giveaway: Stay Close to Mama
Enter to win an autographed copy of Stay Close to Mama by Toni Buzzeo.
Preschoolers will relate to Twiga’s desire for independence in this gorgeously illustrated picture book about baby giraffe that is oh so curious. This story of a mother’s love will soothe and delight readers of all ages.
Green Kids Books, Books for Earth Day, Books About the Environment
When it comes to delivering a message of conserving resources for our future, child-centric stories are the perfect antidote. As gentle as a floating cloud overhead, these books give “green” power to the young people!
YA or Bust! Group Tour!
The Children’s Book Review Published: April 15, 2012 Penguin Young Readers Group presents … Penguin Young Readers Group is gearing up to hit the road this April with our first YA or BUST! Group Tour! Featuring some of our most popular contemporary young adult authors, this tour will be trekking up and down the west coast [...]
