Review of ‘Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone’ by Tashuua, Age 10
I read a truly amazing and magical book called ‘Harry Potter and the Philospher’s Stone’ by J.K. Rowling. This book is about a boy named Harry who at first thinks he is a regular kid, but very unusual...
View ArticleReading Olympics Program
Back in February, in honour of the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, The Children’s Book Bank hosted our own version of the games: The Reading Olympics! This program sought to encourage children to take...
View ArticleReview of ‘Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone’ by Prantika, Age 9
I read the book Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone by J.K. Rowling. Harry Potter is a boy that is living with his aunt and uncle. What he doesn’t know is that his mom and dad were a witch and...
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Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone Review by: Abrarul, age 9 “The book I am writing about is Harry Potter and The Philosiphers Stone and it is by J.K. Rowling. Firstly there is a yonng boy whose...
View ArticleReview of “Diary of a Wimpy Kid”
“Diary of a Wimpy Kid” Review by: Shakeelah, age 17 Greg Heffley is the main character of this series. The book is his diary where he writes about what happens in his life. Greg writes about his best...
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Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone: Review by Daquan, age 9 I read, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone by J.K rowling I think this story is such a fantastic book because of all the...
View ArticleReview “Ivy + Bean”
Our new Book of the Month review page offers children a space to rate the book, write a quick summary, draw your favourite scene, and tell us what they like about the book of the month. Please feel...
View ArticleReview “Ivy + Bean”
One of our long-time volunteers recommended our July Book of the Month, “Ivy + Bean,” to a special friend. Below is her review and heartfelt thank you to the CBB volunteer! “I like the books because...
View ArticleCharge Into March Break with These Fun Reads!
March break is upon us, which means more time gallivanting through the home, or long journeys by plane and car, and more time left to young mind’s imaginings. So, as you prepare for a week of potential...
View ArticleBook Review – The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making
The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making. By Catherynne M. Valente. Advanced language/themes: ages 10 to 14 suggested. First book in a 5-part series. There are lots of things...
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