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CrazyQuiltEdi

Crazy quilts are unique and innovative quilts created from scraps of material. They're crafted from odd pieces that don't always match or fit together without the work of an artist. My hope is for a world that values this unique artwork. I blog to make IPOC authors and their works more accessible, to make all the pieces fit together.

Month: October 2011

book review: Putting MakeUp on the Fat Boy

book review: Putting MakeUp on the Fat Boy author: Bil Wright date: Simon and Schuster, July 2011 main character: Carlos Duarte Carlos Duarte is a high school student with a dream of becoming a famous make-up artist. When his friend, Angie suggests that he apply for an opening in the cosmetic department at Macy’s, he… Read More book review: Putting MakeUp on the Fat Boy

31 October 2011 Monday Edith

Versatile Blogger Award

Thanks so much, Helen of Helen’s Book Blog! I saw this when you gave it to me weeks again and kind of forgot to ‘accept’. Sorry it took so long! Here are  the rules: Thank and link to the blogger who bestowed the award Share seven random facts about yourself (see below) Spread the love by… Read More Versatile Blogger Award

30 October 2011 Sunday30 October 2011 Sunday Edith6 Comments

SundayMorningReads

I’ve found a few great shares on the Internet!  LobsterBoy blog is introducing librarians to the new book  Into the Trap by Craig Moodie by offering them the chance to win four live lobsters delivered fresh to your home on New Year’s Eve! Of course I’m ruining my chance of winning this great meal by sharing,… Read More SundayMorningReads

30 October 2011 Sunday30 October 2011 Sunday Edith5 Comments

book review: Guantanamo Boy

book review: Guantanamo Boy author: Ana Perera date: Albert Whitman and Co., Sept 2011 main character: Khalid Ahmed I’ve seem to be stuck on the theme of war. While Guantanamo Boy isn’t exactly about war, it is about a situation that couldn’t legally exist if we were at war and if those detained were called… Read More book review: Guantanamo Boy

29 October 2011 Saturday29 October 2011 Saturday Edith3 Comments

Book pairing: Beyond Bullets and The Midnight Zoo

War is a topic about which children should not have to read. Yet, presenting this topic in a learning environment may increase the readers’ ability to have a more caring response to violent situations. Beyond Bullets and The Midnight Zoo are two recent books that examine the consequences of war and deepen our responses to… Read More Book pairing: Beyond Bullets and The Midnight Zoo

25 October 2011 Tuesday Edith1 Comment

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