The Many Rides of Paul Revere

The Many Rides of Paul Revere, by James Cross Giblin
(Grades 4 and up)

Award-winning author James Giblin explores the myth and facts of Paul Revere's rides. Beautifully written and crafted, this book features photographs of Revere's silver craftsmanship and other artifacts, portraits of historical figures and illustrations of historical events and places. For anyone (including adults) interested in American history this book is delight. Giblin's writing style is accessible to older grade-schoolers, and Revere's life is certainly entertaining. Giblin also compares Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's account of Paul Revere's ride to the actual event, while acknowledging Longfellow's intent to make Revere an American legend.

Reviewed by Korie B.

The Twin Giants

The Twin Giants, by Dick King-Smith, illustrated by Mini Grey
(Preschool - 3rd Grade)

The twin giants are alike in nearly every way, except that one is a vegetarian and one prefers meat. As the giants grow up they decide to head down the hill to find wives for themselves, which proves harder than expected (go figure). Short, sweet and entertaining, young readers will delight in the illustrations and story.

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Reviewed by Korie B., Children's Staff