Last week, when I posted about Kwame Alexander’s verse novel The Crossover, I suggested that the rhythms of the novel were often like rap or hip-hop. Today, we’re looking at …
Theatre Cats (of one kind or another)
I’ve just realized that I haven’t featured Lady and Sir, the Starborn Revue’s Theatre Cats for quite a long time. Lady and Sir prowl the Starborn Theatre, making sure things …
Two books to help develop an Attitude of Gratitude!
Although I usually focus on middle grade novels here at The Starborn Revue, today I’m making an exception for two stellar picture books. Tomorrow, Thursday, is Thanksgiving Day in the …
A Handful of Stars by Cynthia Lord — Book Recommendation
Right now, many people — kids and grownups — are scared, wondering what is going to happen in the next few years. Books can provide hope and help and a …
Cool stuff — insect song!
If someone asked you to name creatures other than humans that make music, you’d likely say birds, birds, and more birds. It’s true that birds are the great music-makers of …