NEW FIVE STAR REVIEW FOR MAGICAL MATTHEW
on October 28, 2015
"Magical
Matthew" is the first in Penelope Cole's Magic Series. I read it last
and it's my favorite book in Cole's line up. Matthew is a kind and
compassionate male protagonist that I wish existed more in real life. He
views his "magical" abilities as a gift "a higher power" to fix
problems in the world. Cole, through description, dialogue, poetic verse
and supporting characters effectively highlights that magic is inside
of us all. Like her main character Matthew, we all have the power to
maximize our talents to help others and improve our environments.I also love grandma Nonie and Matthew's relationship with his best friend Lily.
*****
NEW FIVE STAR REVIEW FOR MAGICAL MEA
on October 28, 2015
Award
winning author Penelope Cole's "Magical Mea" is the second book in her
Magical Book Series. This book starts with Mea being fed up with her big
brother Matthew bossing her around--which many kids in larger families
will relate. Mea contributes to her acting out by using her magic to
pull pranks on her family.
However, Matthew and his friend Lily worry that Mea's behavior may lead to her to using her magic for ill-will.
But although Mea has a different approach from her brother she still ends up helping others through her individual magical talents. This book is great for reluctant readers with its bright and colorful illustrations and positive messaging.
However, Matthew and his friend Lily worry that Mea's behavior may lead to her to using her magic for ill-will.
But although Mea has a different approach from her brother she still ends up helping others through her individual magical talents. This book is great for reluctant readers with its bright and colorful illustrations and positive messaging.
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