A LOVELY FIVE-STAR REVIEW

5 Star Review:  A Delightful Story that Promotes Helping Others :)

ByJill Siegelon June 29, 2015

Format: Paperback

MAGICAL MEA GOES TO SCHOOL is a delightful story (both text and illustrations) about Mea, a little girl who has magic powers. This book is part of a series and I look forward to reading the other books in the series. Mea starts second grade and we learn about her first day of school. Her brother, Matthew, and Matthew’s friend, Lily, want to give Mea magic lessons, but she is resistant and plans other activities to fill her afternoons. I especially appreciated the tender family relationships in this story between Mea and Matthew, Mea and her grandmother, and Mea and Lily (who is like an extended family member). They are very sweet and loving towards Mea. A major theme of this book is to help others without expecting recognition or something in return. I think that is a wonderful theme that is hard to find in books or other mediums. It’s beautiful to read a book that encourages children to help others selflessly and the conclusion (which I won’t reveal) illustrates how meaningful helping others can be... :)

 

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More Five Star Reviews for Magical Mea Goes to School

 

5 star review -- child reveiw from student

ByZHon June 25, 2015

Format: Paperback

This book is about how Mea still pranks her brother by saying she will practice her magic but instead she is having play dates. The way she fixes things as they walk home she secretly fixes things for the surprise ending. I very much enjoyed reading this story and could relate to the main character.

 

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5 star review -- try to teach Mea how to use her powers to do good things. A chapter book

ByMary Esparza-Velaon June 11, 2015

Format: Paperback

This book is third in a series of stories written by Penelope Anne Cole. In the first book, MAGICAL MATTHEW, a little boy has magical powers and uses them to fix things just by thinking them fixed. In the second book, MAGICAL MEA, the little sister has the same powers but she uses them to hide things and play pranks on others.

MAGICAL MEA GOES TO SCHOOL is a continuation of MAGICAL MEA. In the story, Matthew, his disabled friend Lily, and Grandma Nonie, try to teach Mea how to use her powers to do good things.

A chapter book, it is both humorous and entertaining and provides a valuable lesson for children of all ages.

 

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5 Star Review -- Another Good One

ByJanet Ann Collins "Writer and Speaker"on June 4, 2015

Format: Paperback

Kids with active imaginations (and what kid doesn't have one of those?) will enjoy this book. Since other reviewers have told about the plot I won't do that here. But I will say I enjoyed the book and think young readers will also enjoy it, especially if they've already read previous books in the series.

 

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HERE'S ANOTHER 5-STAR REVIEW UP ON AMAZON

MAGICAL MEA GOES TO SCHOOL

Magical Matthew Series, Another Story to add to Your Child's Library

By Susan Hornbach on May 31, 2015

Mea is starting a new school year. She could be up to her old tricks, but brother and friend Lily are fast and hard on her case. Find out how Mea deals with her magical powers and instruction from those who care.

Magical Mea Goes to School, written by award winning author Penny Anne Cole, is another fun read in the magical Matthew series. While this story stands on its own, to better enjoy, read all of the Magical Matthew books. Mea, Matthew and friend Lily who happens to be wheelchair challenged, are changing the world for the good and teaching Mea how to better use her skills.

Enjoyable book for kids. Teaches everyday life skills for children. Illustrations by Kevin Collier are colorful and entertaining. 

 

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ANOTHER 5-STAR REVIEW UP ON AMAZON

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MAGICAL MEA GOES TO SCHOOL

A Magical Story

By Melissa Abramovitz on May 30, 2015

Magical Mea Goes To School by Penelope Cole, illustrated by Kevin Scott Collier, is the third book in Cole’s Magical series. Mea, the rambunctious little trickster who is unsure of how to best use her magical powers, is now in second grade. She knows she doesn’t want to use her magic to play tricks on people, but her brother Matthew, his friend Lily, and their Grandma Nonie are worried that Mea needs ongoing coaching to help her make good decisions. Mea avoids their magic lessons by overscheduling her calendar, but the trio finally figure out a fun way of getting their point across. Little do they know that Mea is one step ahead of them and is perfectly capable of doing the right thing on her own.
Like the other Magical stories, Magical Mea Goes To School weaves important messages into a fun plot that children will enjoy and relate to. The story explores issues such as "Each of us has unique talents and attributes" and "We can all learn to use our talents responsibly." Kids certainly do not read books to be taught a lesson, but stories like this that convey positive messages along with providing entertainment are true winners! Reviewed by award-winning children’s author Melissa Abramovitz http://www.melissaabramovitz.com

 

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Two Five Star Reviews of my new Magical book

"Magical Mea Goes to School"

A Touch of Magic

By Connie Arnold on May 29, 2015

Following her previous Magical Mea and Magical Matthew books about a sister and brother who have magical powers to fix things that are broken, Penelope Cole's new book provides more entertainment and a fun story. Mea has learned that she has the magical ability which her brother Matthew had, and he wants to help her learn how to use it for good and not be seen using it. Mea wants to play and have fun doing other thing, and she doesn't want to make time for Matthew 's lessons. Mea's brother, his friend Lily, and their grandmother realize that Mea has a tendency to play tricks and has been into trouble in the past. They all hope to help her learn to do the right thing. Kevin Collier has provided the vibrant and exciting illustrations which really enhance the characters and this magical story. 

 

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Enjoyable and amusing

By Karen Wiesner on May 29, 2015

“In Magical Mea Goes to School, we visit some old friends. Mea’s brother Matt, friend Lily and Grandma Nonie want to make sure Mea doesn’t get in trouble with her magic again, but they soon learn that pressuring someone—even to do good—can backfire. Penelope Anne Cole teaches a valuable lesson about trust and good intentions in an enjoyable, amusing way. Fans of the series will enjoy seeing Mea grow up with admirable role models in her family and friends. As usual in this series, the illustrations really bring the text alive.” ~Karen Wiesner, author of Keri is Cute Cute Cute and I Can Touch the Sky http://www.karenwiesner.com

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MAGICAL MATTHEW REVIEW

Here's another great review of Magical Matthew up on Amazon.  See all the reviews on Amazon

5.0 out of 5 stars Cute book. Fun to read., March 2, 2015

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Karen C. - See all my reviews

This review is from: Magical Matthew (Hardcover)

Matthew is a 4 year old boy who fixes things, but he accomplishes that in a unique way. He merely thinks them fixed. However, he discovers that he can’t fix people, only things. When he tries to fix his friend Lily’s legs, he discovers that his special magic only works on things. When he tells Lily about his magic, they plan ways they can do good deeds for others.
Penelope Cole tells a wonderful story about friendship, trust and doing kind deeds. She also uses a little rhyming which adds to the cuteness of the story, Children will relate to Matthew’s situation because, well, who doesn’t dream of being a hero as a youngster.
The colorful and lively illustrations by Kevin Scott Collier help convey this delightful story to the reader.

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Ten Little Tricksters 

Receives the Literary Classics Seal of Approval

I am so pleased to announce that my PB "Ten Little Tricksters" won a Literary Classics Seal of Approval!! Woo hoo! So thrilled I am. Woot Woot!

Here is the Review up on Amazon:
 

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Recommended for home and school libraries, February 28, 2015

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This review is from: Ten Little Tricksters (Paperback)

Ten Little Tricksters, by Penelope Anne Cole, is a cleverly bewitching children's picture book. Told in a toe-tapping tempo, while counting from ten to one, children are sure to love this whimsical Halloween themed book. A variety of kooky zombies and ghouls enter the scene one page at a time as they introduce a new number. Ten ghosties, nine goblins and so-on until one little pumpkin collects his Halloween treats.

Colorful and expressive illustrations, by Kevin Collier, are perfectly paired with this book that is likely to become a year-round favorite with youngsters.

Ten Little Tricksters comes highly recommended for home and school libraries.

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