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Book Reviews

hammock_readingReviews of books for children and youth are written by students, alumni, faculty and friends of  Union Presbyterian Seminary.   The reviews are created using a common set of evaluative questions developed by Dr. Pamela Mitchell-Legg which consider literary elements and style as well as theology, Scripture and faith questions that can be  the used with different age groups.

We welcome your comments and questions and would love to know how you have used any of these books in your own setting.

You can read book reviews for a variety of ages by clicking on the age level links in the sidebar on the right, or scroll down to see a chronological posting of reviews.

Dr. Seuss Goes to Church: Yertle the Turtle

24 October 2009, 6 Comments
Dr.Seuss’ many stories with their rhyming words and funny pictures can be used for much more than simply teaching children how to read.  Many of his works are based on themes which explain in a simple way the things that are truly important in life.  His words give us pause to...

Olive’s Ocean

13 October 2009, 0 Comment
Name of Book: Olive’s Ocean Author: Kevin Henkes Illustrator: None Publisher: Harper Collins Publishers Publisher’s Intended Audience: Grades 5-8 Summary: As Martha Boyle is getting ready to go to her grandmother’s house on the ocean, she receives a visit from the mother of...
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