Being good reading role models is vital in helping your child become a
lifelong reader. We asked a
few of our staff members for book reviews of books that they have enjoyed
reading. So if you are
looking for some reading suggestions just check out the list below. Happy
reading! (Just e-mail us
if you have a book you would like to share.)
Name of Book: A Primate's Memoir by Robert Sapolsky (Non-Fiction)
Rating: 4 Stars
Perceptive and often funny observations by the author on 20+ years of
observing baboon behavior in Kenya. Monkey politics and misadventures on the
backoads of Africa make for an interesting read!
Name of Book: Fast Food Nation (The Dark Side of the All American Meal) by
Eric Schlosser (Non-Fiction)
Rating: 5 Stars
Schlosser traces the growth of fast food chains in the U.S.. Facts
about food production and preparation and taste-enhancers are told in a
compelling way. The fast food industry's alliance with Hollywood, politics,
and agribusiness is also researched. This is a very unsettling but
fascinating book.
Name of Book: The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith
(Mystery)
Rating: 5 Stars
Learn about the culture of Africa and Botswna. Become involved with the
life of a very caring and thoughtful woman of Africa as she helps people with
problems in their lives.
Name of Book: The Martha Vineyard Series by Philip Craig (Mystery)
Rating: 4 Stars
If you ever plan a visit to the Vineyard, read these delightful
mysteries and learn of life on the island. A VERY fast read!
Name of Book: Five Days in Summer by Kate Pepper (Mystery)
Rating: 4 Stars
Cape Cod Mystery -A really great "Who dun it?"
**A special thanks goes out to the teachers who wrote our reviews!!**