I review some of my favorite children’s books Dr. Toughlove, one of the protagonists in my first book, “Jamal and Me.” You can also find my column published monthly by The Bay Times and Queen Anne’s County Record-Observer.
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You’re A Good Sport, Miss Malarkey by Judy Finchler
“You’re A Good Sport, Miss Malarkey” is written by Judy Finchler and illustrated by Kevin O’Malley. Soccer season has arrived, so Dr. Toughlove thought it…
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Nana in the City by Lauren Castillo
Written and illustrated by Lauren Castillo, “Nana in the City” was awarded the Caldecott Honor in 2015. Fall has officially arrived, so Dr. Toughlove thought…
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The Day You Begin by Jacqueline Woodson
School has begun for many students, so Dr. Toughlove thought it would be the perfect time to showcase the book “The Day You Begin” written…
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I Walk With Vanessa: A Story About a Simple Act of Kindness by Kerascoët
Since teachers and students will be returning to school at the end of this month, Dr. Toughlove thought it would be timely to put a…
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Pie is for Sharing by Stephanie Parsley Ledyard
Summer is officially here, so Dr. Toughlove has decided to review “Pie is for Sharing” written by Stephanie Parsley Ledyard and illustrated by Jason Chin.…
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Lost and Found by Oliver Jeffers
Dr. Toughlove has decided that a book that focuses on friendship would be a wonderful selection for this month’s column. As children complete the current…