Woman Hollering Creek by Sandra Cisneros-Book Review

Hello, I hope everyone is having a fantastic Monday and also Happy International Women’s day!  In light of such a special day for women, I’d like to spotlight one of my favorite authors, Sandra Cisneros. While, Cisneros’ is mostly known for writing, “The House on Mango Street,” today I’m going to review her 1991 collection…

Riding Freedom by Pam Munoz Ryan – Book Review

This book is definitely one of my favorites, thirteen years hasn't changed that. I knew that I was going to like reading it just as much this time around as I did the first time because it is one of those books that I think about from time to time. Although it targets children as its main audience I think both children and adults can relate to Charlotte, and I also think both groups can stand to learn a thing or two from this book. Apart from generally being good storytelling, the book also teaches an important lesson about a significant figure in American history.