FARMER BOY by Laura Ingalls Wilder

This book is about a young boy named Almanzo who lives on his parent's farm in New York state. Many problems face Almanzo, such as farm work and cold weather. Bad things happen, but good things happen also. It is a story about his childhood, growing up, and facing challenges.

My favorite part of the book was when the mean big boys got whipped badly by Almanzo's teacher, Mr. Corse and they ran away. I was happy because the boys were finally punished.

I would recommend this book to both boys and girls who are ages 9-12 .

I rate this book ★★.

Shun

GAIA GIRLS by Lee Welles

What would you do if it was up to you to save your family's farm? When a factory farm is planning to move in next door and threatens the livelihood on the Three Oaks farm, save the farm is exactly what Elizabeth has to do. She discovers a talking otter (!) who tells her how to save Three Oaks.  The otter is called Gaia, and is begging young Elizabeth to help save the farm. Will she just turn her back on the world and see her beloved farm and all the plants in it die? Or will she be brave and save her family's farm? Read Gaia Girls to find out!

My favorite part was at field day, when someone is teasing Elizabeth and she discovers her powers. She gets so mad that she sends a wave of grass at the bully, and knocks him over. She never knew she could do things like that before.

I would recommend this book to girls ages 9-15.

Rating: *****

Mary

The Canada Geese Quilt by Natalie Kinsey-Warrock

This book is about a ten-year-old girl named Ariel who has a new sibling on the way. Together, her grandma and her secretly make a quilt. But Grandma is sick! Ariel is left to finish the quilt alone. I loved the description and feeling in the text. I think boys and girls 8-12 years old will enjoy this book. RATING: **** by Funky Fire