#WorldKidLitWednesday: Fast, Cheetah, Slow Tortoise: Poems of Animal Opposites

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Up, down, over, under, open, close: learning opposites is an important piece of early childhood development. Learning opposites helps children learn not only vocabulary, but also develop observational skills, critical thinking, and a more concrete understanding of the world around them. Forthcoming this September from Eerdman's Books for Young Readers, Fast Cheetah, Slow Tortoise: Poems … Continue reading #WorldKidLitWednesday: Fast, Cheetah, Slow Tortoise: Poems of Animal Opposites

#WorldKidLit Wednesday: The Cat Way

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If your daily walks are becoming a bit same-ish, then perhaps you ought to consider doing things the cat way. The Cat Way is a 66-page picture book neatly divided into two parts. It opens with a child of about 9 years of age taking their unnamed pet cat for a walk. Unfortunately, things don’t … Continue reading #WorldKidLit Wednesday: The Cat Way

#WorldKidLit Wednesday: Loop de Loop – Circular Solutions for a Waste-Free World

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This book seeks to create a sense of connection between readers and the world we exist in, helping us see afresh that we are all connected. Instead of viewing our relationship with the natural world as a circle, Loop de Loop states: Modern humans have created a different kind of system. It’s less like a … Continue reading #WorldKidLit Wednesday: Loop de Loop – Circular Solutions for a Waste-Free World

#BangladeshiLitMonth: This Life is Beautiful by Lamia Islam

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Review by Erin Wilson Aalinna, a young sociable woman, discovers after the tragic death of her best friend that she has bipolar disorder. The death not only brings out Aalinna’s condition but also causes the families to slowly crumble under the weight of sadness and guilt. Lamia guides the reader through the various challenges in … Continue reading #BangladeshiLitMonth: This Life is Beautiful by Lamia Islam

#BangladeshiLitMonth: My Life is a Mess by Lamia Islam

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Review by Erin Wilson Meet Arshaan, a teenage boy attending high school in Dhaka, Bangladesh. He has his circle of friends, a budding romantic interest, his family, and his cat, Tiger. With his older siblings having moved out with established successful careers, his father especially expects him to follow in their footsteps. "Their accomplishments have … Continue reading #BangladeshiLitMonth: My Life is a Mess by Lamia Islam

#BangladeshiLitMonth: The Devil Tainted Us by Shanjida Nusrath Ali

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Review by Erin Wilson Dark secrets are hidden from innocent Agath, an ‘angel’, who must suffer for those who need to repent. Her older sister marries and although Agatha is happy for her sister, the brother-in-law is a monster. His dark secrets hurt everyone. Agatha is caught in an unwanted and compromising situation with her … Continue reading #BangladeshiLitMonth: The Devil Tainted Us by Shanjida Nusrath Ali

#BangladeshiLitMonth: Broken Voices by Srabonti Narmeen Ali

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Review by Erin Wilson Set in modern day Dhaka, we are brought into the perfect married life of Rishal and Amola. Both Bangladeshis, they met in university, married, and moved back to Dhaka to run the family business. Thus, they must maintain the perfect life, a son in boarding school, wealth, and a vibrant social … Continue reading #BangladeshiLitMonth: Broken Voices by Srabonti Narmeen Ali

#BangladeshiLitMonth: Beloved Rongomala by Shaheen Akhtar

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Review by Erin Wilson “Even before dawn broke, the news that Chanda Bir was approaching the palace with Rongomala’s severed head arrived like a storm.” Explosive and gripping, the very first sentence of this novel begins with the end of what is only the beginning of a calculated and complex story during the 18th century … Continue reading #BangladeshiLitMonth: Beloved Rongomala by Shaheen Akhtar

#BangladeshiLitMonth: Pass it to Rizwana by Crystal Pottebaum

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Review by Erin Wilson This colorfully illustrated ten-chapter picture book begins with three young girls who stumble upon a peculiar object, which turns out to be a deflated basketball. Eager to learn more, they start researching the game by watching online videos and observing boys playing at the park. However, Rizwana's mother informs her that … Continue reading #BangladeshiLitMonth: Pass it to Rizwana by Crystal Pottebaum

BangladeshiLitMonth: Nobo Opens a Door

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Review by Erin Wilson Nobo is so excited to celebrate Nobo Borsho, Bengali New Year, in her class. She has picked a beautiful red and white shari for the occasion too. Her accessories include a velvet red blouse, glass bangles to match and a teep for her forehead. Her outfit is ready to go! Her … Continue reading BangladeshiLitMonth: Nobo Opens a Door