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I have had a blast reviewing some new children’s books for fall reading and these are a hit! Brought to you by Chronicle Books, these will keep your child engaged and inspired.

The Pop-Up Guide: Vehicles

Written by: Maud Poulain. At the city, on a construction site, in an emergency, on the road, in the fields, for shipping, at sea, at a race and in the sky you see vehicles. They are all in this stunning pop-up book! Vehicles are all labeled and the illustrations are engaging. Rated ages 3-5. Buy on Amazon ($16.99 hardcover).

Every Little Kindness

Written by: Marta Bartolj. Marta is an illustrator and Artist from Slovenia and this book is 100% art. NO words at all, just a story with pictures and you can’t wait to turn the next page within the vents that lead up to a happy ending. No words are needed, you will get a story so magical and kind. Such a unique book for 2021. Rated ages 5-8. Buy on Amazon ($17.99 hardcover).

Let’s Be Safe (Pull & Play Book)

Written by: Alice Le Henand. How safe can each frind be, Pull the flap and see the safe choices they each can make in their situations. This is such an engaging book with adorable illustrations. Rated ages 0-3. Buy on Amazon ($12.99 hardcover).

Barkus The Most Fun

Written by: Patricia Maclachlan. Barkus is back! He is so much fun. This time he and Baby the kitten star in a parade, visit a farm and brings surprises. This Barkus book is just as full of Doggy adventures as the others. Rates ages 6-9. Preorder with Chronicle Books ($14.99 hardcover)

Mr. Watson’s Chickens

Written by Jarrett Dapier. Mr. Watson lives with Mr. Nelson and they have 3 chickens…to start! Mr. Watson’s chic kens soon multiply by the hundreds and Mr. Nelson is becoming very annoyed. Mr Watson does not want Mr. Nelson upset so they find a way to give these chickens a loving home to save their relationship. But, as they (finally) get the chickens a new home, it starts all over again! Rated ages 3-5. Buy on Amazon ($17.99 hardcover)

Spooky: A Sleuth & Solve Book

Written by Victor Escandell. We love Sleuth & Solve books in my home. There lies a mystery or puzzle to solve aon every page and this book is about spooky decoding and mind-twisting mysteries. These mind-bending mini-mysteries inspired by classic creepy characters feature familiar fiends as well as terrifying new tales of ghosts, witches, and more! Rated ages 8-12. Buy on Amazon ($16.68 hardcover).

My Christmas Wish For You

Written by: Lisa Swerling & Ralph Lazar. This rhyming book is a touching celebration of the holiday spirit, from spreading Christmas cheer to spending sweet moments together with the ones you love. Rayed ages 3-5. Buy on Amazon ($14.99 hardcover)

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Movie lovers! The hottest movies from Summer and Fall 2021 are available in junior novels to be read at home. Hotel Transylvania 4 and Boss Baby Family Business has new JA titles from Simon & Schuster. Buy them today to finish summer their reading!

The Boss Baby Family Business Junior Novelization

This novel with a break in the middle of the book for some fun, colorful images was released on July 13, 2021. It is 112 pages and rated ages 7-10. Can Tina convince her dad and Uncle Ted to help her save all the parents in the world? This sweet and hilarious movie reunites the Templeton brothers as they re-evaluate the meaning of family and discover what truly matters. Buy on Amazon!

Hotel Transylvania Transformania Movie Novelization (part of Movie 4)

This novel also has a break in the middle with fun movie scenes from Hotel Transylvania 4. It was released on July 6, 2021. It is 144 pages and for ages 8-12. Get ready for another spook-tacular movie with your favorite monsters in the next installment of Sony Pictures Animation’s Hotel Transylvania movie series, set to release on October 1, 2021.  Buy on Amazon!

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With a teen in the home, I have seen many phases of meals from him since summer began. He started with anything microwavable and then I taught him how to make Mac n Cheese and he began making that a lot. Then he learned how to make a grilled cheese and from there he is becoming more confident making lunches and snacks for himself.

A favorite for him and I are bean and cheese burritos. They are very quick to make and it is simple to make these healthy (or at least healthier than low quality beans in unhealthy oils and high carb tortillas). I grab some BeanVIVO Organics Refried Pinto Beans, low carb tortillas (like Coyotas or whatever I have on hand), some shredded cheese and sour cream.

I use BeanVIVO beans because the ingredient list is legit, see it below. Each of the pouches features a QR code so you can trace exactly where the beans were harvested! The beans have the amount of protein and fiber I want ion my meal and the pouches are very convenient.

BeanVIVO has dips and snacks and 4 bean options – the refried pinto beans, baja black beans, coconut curry chickpeas and three-bean vegan chili. These make great mini meals or side dishes. The ingredients are so fresh and certified organic for your bean-based recipes. Visit BeanVIVO’s website or their Amazon store to order today. Even the teens, can easily heat and eat from these pouches!