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This post is in partnership with The Children’s Book Review and David Horn. All opinions are my own.
I like the optimistic feel of children’s books. And I like making my kids laugh.
~David Horn, author of Eudora Space Kid
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Eudora Space Kid: The Lobster Tale
Written by David Horn Illustrated by Deven Hoover Ages 6-10 | 88 Pages Publisher: David Horn ISBN-13: 9781736677421 Publisher’s Synopsis: Freedom for lobsters! The second in the Eudora Space Kid series: a hilariously funny, early reader sci-fi chapter book perfect for elementary-aged kids. Can Eudora and her best friend, Arnold, rescue her favorite lobsters from becoming the next meal at the spaceship’s New Year’s buffet? Eudora is a normal third-grader who just happens to live on a 36 deck AstroLiner. In SPACE! As a math and science whiz who’s been adopted by what you might call . . . aliens, she has normal ambitions—like being the chief engineer on an AstroLiner. But when her favorite lobsters on board appear on the menu at Chef Franklin’s dinner buffet, Eudora and her best friend, Arnold, hatch a plan to break them out. Will they save their crustacean friends? Or will they end up locked in the ship’s brig? Again . . . Author Interview
I'm excited to share my interview with David Horn. He lives in New Jersey with his wife, two daughters, and a funny dog named Trixie. He is a huge science fiction fan and loves reading science fiction books from both the old and new greats. His daughters inherited his love of science fiction and love watching sci-fi shows like Star Trek, Babylon 5, Stargate, and Star Wars. The Eudora Space Kid early reader chapter book series started as funny stories he told his daughters at dinner to get milk to come out of their noses. He hopes your children love Eudora’s silly antics in space too and milk comes out of their noses too! For more information, visit https://www.eudoraspacekid.com/
Where did you get the inspiration for the Eudora series? It all started because one day at dinner, for some unknown reason, my kids asked me to tell them a story. They love books and reading, so maybe they thought they could get stories from me too? I’m not really sure. I’ve always been a science fiction fan, so I just started telling them a story about a girl their age living on this weird, but fun, spaceship with alien parents. I wanted the girl to be a positive role model, so the girl loved learning, but I also had to make them laugh. So… Eudora and her cunning plans! What was your writing process like for this book? The writing process for The Lobster Tale started during a subsequent dinner time. My kids asked me to tell a Eudora story again, but by then they would suggest things to me to include in the stories (kind of like writing prompts). And that night they suggested lobster. So… The Lobster Tale. Both Eudora books so far started out as storytelling improv comedy. What is your favorite part about writing books for kids? I like the optimistic feel of children’s books. And I like making my kids laugh. I hope I can make lots of kids laugh and interested in reading. What are you working on now? I’m actually getting the art started for Book 3. That will be exciting! We’ll get to meet some new shipmates in that one. What is your favorite book? The most fun and exciting book I have ever read is a Star Trek: The Next Generation young adult novel called Capture the Flag by John Vornholt. I thought that book was so exciting and the characters were so real, emotional, and colorful. My kids loved it too. Giveaway
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This post is in partnership with The Children’s Book Review and Bright Lights Books. All opinions are my own.
Oi Gets Lost teaches that you can be friends with someone who is different than you, which is a wonderful lesson for all.
~Ali Dunn, Me Two Books
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Oi Gets Lost
Written by Lorna Likiza Illustrated by Yevheniia Melnyk Ages 6+ | 124 Pages Publisher: Bright Lights Books ISBN-13: 9781739985318 Publisher’s Synopsis: Set in Kenya, Oi is a naughty kitten who lives with his Mummy and siblings in an outdoor shed. Despite Mummy’s warnings, Oi has a tendency of wandering off and exploring. But one day, after nearly being attacked by a dog, Oi ends up in an unfamiliar neighborhood. And this time, he’s not sure he’ll be able to find his way back home…
Lorna Likiza is a Kenyan writer, tutor of French, and Founder of the Heroe Book Fair. Oi Gets Lost is her first published book. She considers literature as one of her passions and lives in Mombasa.
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Themes: travel, adventure, friendship, celebrating differences
Get ready to set out on an African adventure with an adorable little kitten named Oi, who gets lost but finds friendship! Even though Oi's mother cautions him about leaving the safety of the shed where he and his brothers and sisters live, the draw of the food at the local market is too strong. But one day, an angry dog turns his usual market trip into an exciting and sometimes scary adventure. During this time he learns how to hunt for himself, gains a better understanding of humans and even makes a new friend. It's an excellent early chapter book with an interesting but gentle story perfect for the budding reader. Oi Gets Lost teaches that you can be friends with someone who is different than you, which is a wonderful lesson for all. It also gives a glimpse into the culture and daily life in Kenya. Giveaway
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 Picking the right stroller for twins can be overwhelming. Not all double strollers are created with two children of the same age in mind. And while I’m a firm believer that just because you are having twins doesn’t mean you need two of everything, when it comes to strollers two can be better than one.  If you are only registering for one stroller, a front to back is a necessity with twin infants. I like a front to back model that accommodates your car seats for ease. Being able to click a carseat into the stroller without having to remove the baby is priceless when your twins are little. This is the best stroller for trips to Target, the grocery store and doctor's appointments because you can fit through a single door without assistance. Just find the stroller that works with your brand of carseat.  However, once your twins get a little older and can sit up on their own, having a side by side is useful. This style was my favorite for travel because it was light weight and ideal for transportation through the airport and gate checking. I also used this stroller for walks, and trips to places like the zoo where each child would want to be forward facing.
This post contains affiliate links. This which means Me Two Books may earn a small commission should you make a purchase using the links. Forget the grocery hauls, here is the haul I love the most. Check out what we checked out from the library! Clicking on the book above takes you to an affiliate links. This means Me Two Books may earn a small commission should you make a purchase using the links.
Time to think about warmer weather, flowers blooming and rain...it's Spring! Here are a few ideas to get help you get outside and enjoy the season. 
This post is in partnership with The Children’s Book Review and Purple Butterfly Press . All opinions are my own.
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One (1) winner receives: A classroom set (30 copies) of The Kindness Machine will be sent directly to the winners' school of choice, along with autographed bookplates personalized for each student and the teacher. Five (5) winners receive: A copy of The Kindness Machine, with bookplates autographed by author Christina Dankert The giveaway ends April 22, 2022, at 11:59 P.M. MT.  This post contains affiliate links. This means Me Two Books may earn a small commission should you make a purchase using the link. This post contains affiliate links. This which means Me Two Books may earn a small commission should you make a purchase using the links. Forget the grocery hauls, here is the haul I love the most. Check out what we checked out from the library! Clicking on the book above takes you to an affiliate links. This means Me Two Books may earn a small commission should you make a purchase using the links.
This post is in partnership with The Children’s Book Review and Bruce Nemovitz. All opinions are my own.
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Enter for a chance to win a copy of The Leaf & The Tree, autographed by Bruce Nemovitz!
Three (3) winners receive: An autographed copy of The Leaf & The Tree. The giveaway ends March 7, 2021, at 11:59 P.M. MT  This post contains affiliate links. This means Me Two Books may earn a small commission should you make a purchase using the links.
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