I review some of my favorite children’s books as Dr. Toughlove, one of the protagonists in my first book, Jamal and Me. My column appears monthly in The Bay Times/Record-Observer, a local newspaper located in Queen Anne’s County, MD.
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The Teacher From the Black Lagoon by Mike Thaler
Dr. Toughlove writes about the hilarious book, “The Teacher From the Black Lagoon”, written by Mike Thaler and illustrated by Jared Lee, for her August…
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How I Became a Pirate by Melinda Long
Dr. Toughlove recommends that you get ready to read “How I Became a Pirate” by Melinda Long and illustrated by David Shannon. Shiver me timbers!…
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How to Babysit a Grandpa by Jean Reagan
This month’s review discusses the full-of-fun book, “How to Babysit a Grandpa” by Jean Reagan, illustrated by Lee Wilder. Happy Father’s Day! Dr. Toughlove has…
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Olivia by Ian Falconer
Check out this month’s review for “Olivia” by Ian Falconer, one of Dr. Toughlove’s all-time favorite children’s books. Dr. Toughlove has decided to review one…
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The Recess Queen by Alexis O’Neill
Dr. Toughlove reviews a story about bullying titled “The Recess Queen” by Alexis O’Neill, illustrated by Laura Huliska-Beith
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Dinosaur Lady: The Daring Discoveries of Mary Anning, the First Paleontologist by Linda Skeers
This informative book is written by Linda Skeers and illustrated by Marta Álvarez Minguéns Pop quiz – do you know what a paleontologist is? Simply…