Book Reviews at schooldays magazine

10/07/2025

I just read about someone who went to the park today and saw a dad telling his son not to cry, because real men don’t cry. It made me think of this book review.

Explore 'Boys Do Cry' by Gus Worland, a picture book for ages 4+ that encourages boys to express their emotions. Read our review today!

03/07/2025

This website housekeeping has been good, here is another one worth resharing.

Set in 1918 northern France, in the Great War, this is a remarkable novel based on true events with the main character Jessie Carson and her colleagues, the women who volunteered in the region of Picardie that had been devastated by war with Germany.

The strong and formidable woman, mostly drawn from wealthy families such as Anne Morgan, daughter of J P Morgan, were known as the CARDS. The Librarians of Picardie is a wonderfully heartwarming gripping story showing the difference…

Set in 1918 northern France, in the Great War, this is a remarkable novel based on true events with the main character Jessie Carson and her colleagues the women who volunteered in the region of Picardie that had been devastated by war with Germany. The strong and formidable woman, mostly drawn from...

03/07/2025

Do some website housekeeping and came across this: Worth sharing again: This journey is not of the faint-hearted. Gregory Hill had a long held dream to visit the antipodes from his home in Wellington, New Zealand to a small town in rural Spain. It is the exact opposite…

Gregory Hill had a long held dream to visit the antipodes from his home in Wellington, New Zealand to a small town in rural Spain. It is the exact opposite co-ordinates to Wellington - the antipode of Wellington. Reading his account of this journey is like delving into their incredible adventure.

29/06/2025

A thought provoking story for ages 10 to 14 years that is interesting to see how the situations are addressed. Two girls from differing backgrounds have almost nothing in common, except that they want to both go to the music…

Two girls from differing backgrounds have almost nothing in common, except that they want to both go to the music camp. Miley who plays the recorder dearly wants to go, but after her family lost their home in the flood and now they're living in a caravan, they just ca

28/06/2025

Winter, time to snuggle up warm and cosy with a good gripping read.

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25/06/2025

t seems time travel for middle grade readers is becoming quite popular.

The Kid Who Fell Through Time is fabulously good reading. Written with humour, it is a cheerful story as Angus Roberts, McQueen his dog and friends travel backwards finding themselves in Ancient Egypt .
While many kids … https://www.schooldaysmagazine.com/the-kid-who-fell-through-time

21/06/2025

Although this novel begins quite slowly it builds up to a gripping climax.

Ten years ago, six teenagers hiked through the Australian bush to celebrate the end of their last year at school. Only five returned alive.

Martha Fletcher, the mother of Ed, the teenager who did not return alive, has arranged for a ten year memorial weekend and invited her dead son's friends. The same friends who accompanied Ed on that fatal hike…. Oh boy, read the full review https://www.schooldaysmagazine.com/the-reunion

20/06/2025

This new version of a classic 30 year old story, set in and near Sydney's Hyde Park is a delight to read for up to 5 year olds.

It tells the story about a duckling Alexander, who doesn't listen to his mum and … tinyurl.com/6bvc9dzv

This new version of a classic 30 year old story, set in and near Sydney's Hyde Park is a delight to read. Printed as a sturdy board book for little ones up to 5 years, it tells the story about a duckling Alexander

16/06/2025

A most fascinating and interesting book. Beginning with the prologue in Athens in 1850 it moves onto the first chapter in 1910 when 90 year old Florence Nightingale is living in Mayfair, London. At this… tinyurl.com/44t3vdjt

Explore the life of Florence Nightingale in this historical novel. Read our review and find your next great read!

14/06/2025

If you are you reading a book this weekend is it a physical book or kindle?
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14/06/2025

Situated in a quaint fishing village that transforms into a bustling hub during the summer months, attracting numerous tourists, this poignant tale encompasses family, amusement, and camaraderie. A captivating mystery adventure suitable for ages 8-12 that…tinyurl.com/bddtw63e
Hachette Australia Books

If your 8 to 12 year old enjoys a good mystery, Sail to Somewhere could be their next reading adventure. Set in a sleepy fishing village that becomes very busy, filled with tourists during the summer, this moving story includes family, fun, friendship

13/06/2025

Book ReviewThis story takes place on a mountain, somewhere in the USA, in winter, where the snow is thick and f-f-freezing. There is a continuing theme of the protagonist, Theodora Scott (Theo), having a nightmarish dream…
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