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My Top Ten Favorite Children's Authors Celebrating 600 Reviews
by kamel622 | Apr 02 '06
There are so many wonderful children's authors and so many wonderful books to read to a child that you care about. I've just_barely_scratched the surface of what is available.

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Wow! 600! (Reply to this comment)
by ruby950
That is quite a benchmark, Kath! I am slowly coming back after my three month tour of "Mother Duty." I am very proud of you, girl, and I have missed reading your delightful reviews. I promise to catch up with you soon.

Hope all is well!
xoxoxo
Deb~
Apr 12 '06
1:01 pm PDT

congrats on 600 reviews! (Reply to this comment)
by jankp
Not a classic lover, I see. I haven't read any of these, but I enjoyed knowing who you like.

Jan
Apr 07 '06
11:24 pm PDT

Re: Kissing Hand (Reply to this comment)
by kamel622

....oh I love The Kissing Hand. A great book for daycares, helping little ones deal with separation anxiety.

I do try and give age recommendations because I know that is what I look for in a review. Most of my reviews fall into the category of 2 - 7 year olds, since I'm reading to very young children most of the time.

Thanks so much for reading/rating and of course the wonderful comment that reminded me of a great book! .......Make it a great day........kath
Apr 05 '06
2:28 pm PDT

Kissing Hand (Reply to this comment)
by maglib
As you are a school teacher one of the most classic books I know the kids love at school is the Kissing Hand.

Loved your review. I keep looking for a childrens section for book review and would love an age breakdown too.
Thanks.
Apr 05 '06
2:11 pm PDT

Re: I'm with you on Carle (Reply to this comment)
by kamel622

...now you see what happens...I'm reminded of authors I didn't include. Darn it. lol

Thanks so much for dropping by Horsie....Make it a great day.........kath
Apr 05 '06
10:44 am PDT

I'm with you on Carle (Reply to this comment)
by Horswispr
but to me no such list is complete without Milne and Sendak.

Best,

Horsie

Apr 05 '06
10:40 am PDT

Re: Hip, Hip Hooray! 600! (Reply to this comment)
by kamel622

......thanks Terrie.

I'm going to have to check out Carl again from the library, it has been a little while since we've read anything about his adventures. The kids really enjoyed reading about him.

Thank you for always reading/rating and commenting too! .........Make it a great day.......kath
Apr 05 '06
3:38 am PDT

Re: Congrats! (Reply to this comment)
by kamel622

.....thanks Alex. I'd say that sounds impossible, but 600 sounded impossible at one time.

.........Make it a great day.......kath
Apr 05 '06
3:36 am PDT

Hip, Hip Hooray! 600! (Reply to this comment)
by treeseed
Congratulations, Kath. I enjoyed reading your list. I'm going to have to get busy and start reading some of your excellent selections now that I have my little grandson Oscar coming up through the ranks. I love the books about Carl the Rottweiler. My brother has a couple of Rotties and those books are really fun to share with his children.

Keep up the great work you do around here!
Here's to the next 600!

~Terrie
Apr 04 '06
9:31 pm PDT

Congrats! (Reply to this comment)
by alexdg1
...on reaching the 600-review mark! Now on to 700...and beyond!

Alex
Apr 04 '06
8:31 pm PDT

Re: Congrats! (Reply to this comment)
by kamel622

....thanks so much Karen.

You've written 159 great reviews, the number doesn't really matter...just little milestones along the way.

........Make it a great day......kath
Apr 04 '06
7:18 pm PDT

Congrats! (Reply to this comment)
by Barefooter
600 reviews! I'm on 159... just a few more and I'll catch up to you. ROFLOL!

I enjoy reading your reviews-- keep 'em coming!

Karen
Apr 04 '06
6:18 am PDT

Re: A Great Great Tasl (Reply to this comment)
by kamel622

.........thank you so much Virginia. You sure know how to bring a smile to my face. :)

I hope that you have a wonderful day.......kath
Apr 04 '06
4:36 am PDT

A Great Great Tasl (Reply to this comment)
by Granniemose
Congratulations on your 600th review. Your list sounds delightful, and the pleasure your reviews have given us is priceless. Keep them coming - every single review of yours I read will be a milestoe for me.

Virginia
Apr 03 '06
8:34 pm PDT

Re: Thanks (Reply to this comment)
by kamel622

....Thanks so much George. Another 600 sounds like so much, but then I know how quickly they add up. :)

Thanks Bud.....Make it a great day......kath
Apr 03 '06
7:59 pm PDT

Re: Amazing 600 (Reply to this comment)
by kamel622

.....thank you Letta. You've had a part in those reviews. I'm so grateful for the book that you sent to my little daycare. We've read it quite a few times. :)

.....Make it a great day.......kath
Apr 03 '06
7:56 pm PDT

Re: Kath, (Reply to this comment)
by kamel622

.....thank you Lorace. I have such fun reading to the little ones and writing the reviews just feels like an extension of that.

Still have the Little Blue Choo-Choo on my clipboard and look at it often. What a wonderful story a wonderful lady wrote. Someday when it is published I'm going to be able to say that I knew you when.

........Make it a great day.......kath
Apr 03 '06
7:55 pm PDT

Re: Congratulations, what a great way to celebrate (Reply to this comment)
by kamel622

....thanks PS. I know what you mean, because when I'm reading your reviews I always end up wanting the books that you've reviewed!

It's an addiction I'm not looking to cure, that is for sure. :)

Thanks for always reading and rating....Make it a great day.........kath
Apr 03 '06
7:53 pm PDT

Re: Hi Kathy (Reply to this comment)
by kamel622

...thanks so much. I've had so much fun writing them and have learned a lot too.

So happy to have you back at eps after a bit of a break for a while.

.......Make it a great day.......kath
Apr 03 '06
7:51 pm PDT

Thanks (Reply to this comment)
by George_Chabot
for writing 600 great reviews, Kath, and here's to 600 more! :>

Your bud
Apr 03 '06
5:44 pm PDT

Amazing 600 (Reply to this comment)
by grandgram
Always fun to read your reviews as children's books and great education for the young minds.

Great review for your 600th.

Letta
Apr 03 '06
12:51 pm PDT

Kath, (Reply to this comment)
by lorace
....
What a wonderful day. I was in the mood to celebrate something and now I know what to celebrate! 600 reviews! Terrific.

How fortunate we are to have you (and hubby) on Epinions. You've brought me so much pleasure. Wish I could say you made me a child, again! lol. But then, when does the 2nd childhood begin?

You make children and grownups feel the joys of life through literature.

Thanks, with Hugs,

Lorace
Apr 03 '06
11:20 am PDT

Congratulations, what a great way to celebrate (Reply to this comment)
by pestyside
Your young listeners are so lucky, you can encourage their creativity and love for reading.

Addiction, yes, epinions appears an addiction but one that stimulates the mind in healthy ways. With that said, I must also say "FINE, Now I've more books to read. You went and did it again!"

PS
;-)
Apr 03 '06
9:01 am PDT

Hi Kathy (Reply to this comment)
by kparsons13
Nice job on this, I will need to print out a copy. It will come in handy. I just wanted to say my congrats on the 600, awesome job.
kparsons13
Apr 03 '06
7:55 am PDT

Re: :-) (Reply to this comment)
by kamel622

...thanks Sunni. I'd say another 600 sounds impossible, but I never would have thought I would get 600 written.

You make it a great day, my friend......kath
Apr 03 '06
7:39 am PDT

Re: Hi (Reply to this comment)
by kamel622

....you just brought a big smile to my face Deena. Never would think anyone would feel important if I read their reviews. Thank you so much.

Thanks for reminding me....heading to the library site right now. This is a good time of year to read to the kids about bugs, with everything coming back to life.

......Make it a great day and thanks again.......kath
Apr 03 '06
7:38 am PDT

Hi (Reply to this comment)
by deenaf
Now, Kath, you just KNEW I'd love this review, wouldn't you??? Don't forget, get Diary of a Spider too!

I love reading your children's book reviews.... and I love when you read mine and comment. It makes me feel important!!!

Great idea, great job!
Deena
Apr 03 '06
5:12 am PDT

Re: Congratulations on 600! (Reply to this comment)
by kamel622

......I sure don't know why Diana, but it is the first thing I do in the morning and the last thing I do at night and lots of epinions through out the day too. I'm addicted, that is for sure.

I have to give Befus credit for the idea of this review, she had written something similar a little while ago and the idea stuck with me. Felt like a natural thing for me to do.

Thanks so much for r/r/c'ing........Make it a great day........kath
Apr 03 '06
3:37 am PDT

Re: A hearty (Reply to this comment)
by kamel622

.......it is amazing how quickly it gets up there in numbers. I would never have imagined writing 600 reviews, but there it is.

Thanks so much for r/r/c'ing Barbara. :) Make it a great new week.........kath
Apr 03 '06
3:32 am PDT

Congratulations on 600! (Reply to this comment)
by dianapinions
A list of favorite children's book authors. That was a fabulous idea. I plan to check a few of them out.

So, why IS Epinions so darn addicting?

Diana, addict in New York
Apr 02 '06
9:08 pm PDT
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