Wish By Barbara O'Connor
The Seventh Wish by Kate Messner
This book has recently sparked a censorship discussion. I am reminded that we never truly know what someone else is going through. How could we deny this book that has been beautifully, thoughtfully, and carefully crafted from anyone?
So many times, especially through the hardest times in my life including losing my mother to cancer or dealing with my father's Alzheimer's, it has been an outstanding middle grade book that has brought me comfort while through the tears of reading.
My wish is for every reader to have the choice in his or her reading, the choice that brings that reader just what he or she needs at the right moment.
Great post, Josie. I need to put both of these on my reading list. Thank you for reminding all of us that choice is critical in our reading and that often we find just the right book at the right time.
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ReplyDeleteChoice should always belong to the reader. Life isn't censored and it's important to remember books are such a support for many.
I couldn't agree more! Thank you for all you do for children and teachers, Deb!
DeleteThank you Josie. You are such a gift to all of us.
ReplyDeleteThank you for this lovely shout-out
ReplyDeleteThank you for your words. Your words always touch the heart. Thank you for sharing your words and talents with children and all readers.
DeleteThank you for the kind words about The Seventh Wish. I'm excited to read WISH, too!
ReplyDeleteThank you for so many reasons... for all that you do for children and all readers through your words, for all that you do for teachers through your dedication to Teachers Write! You make such a difference for the teaching community with your generous gift of time and sharing your words and talents.
DeleteTwo great books!
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