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Kitchen Table Reviews
One mom, two kids, three opinions: We listen in as writer/mother/blogger Mir Kamin and her children discuss books. You'll want to know what they're reading and what they think!
Read more Kitchen Table Reviews in the archives.
Articles
Kitchen Table Reviews: Zoobreak
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | January22,2009
This light-hearted heist story is a fun romp for animal lovers.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | January22,2009
This light-hearted heist story is a fun romp for animal lovers.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Julia Gillian and the Quest for Joy
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | January15,2009
Little lies, trumpets, and mean lunch monitors are the bumps in the road Julia Gillian faces on her quest for joy.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | January15,2009
Little lies, trumpets, and mean lunch monitors are the bumps in the road Julia Gillian faces on her quest for joy.
Kitchen Table Reviews: 2010 Scholastic Book of World Records
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | January8,2010
This collection of facts makes for fun reading whether you browse quickly or sit down for extended periods.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | January8,2010
This collection of facts makes for fun reading whether you browse quickly or sit down for extended periods.
Kitchen Table Reviews: The Fabulous Feud of Gilbert and Sullivan
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | December18,2009
The tale of the famous feuding collaborators is a perfect way to introduce children to the silly side of opera.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | December18,2009
The tale of the famous feuding collaborators is a perfect way to introduce children to the silly side of opera.
Kitchen Table Reviews: The Missing Mitten Mystery
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | December11,2009
An old family favorite about what happens to missing mittens gets the Kamins feeling nostalgic.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | December11,2009
An old family favorite about what happens to missing mittens gets the Kamins feeling nostalgic.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Oggie Cooder, Party Animal
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | November20,2009
Realistic relationships and unrealistic circumstances mark this tale of sisterly squabbles.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | November20,2009
Realistic relationships and unrealistic circumstances mark this tale of sisterly squabbles.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Don't Lose Your Shoes!
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | November13,2009
Meet Oggie Cooder, the oddball hero who lets nothing stand in his way.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | November13,2009
Meet Oggie Cooder, the oddball hero who lets nothing stand in his way.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Invasion of the Bristlebots
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | November6,2009
Meet Oggie Cooder, the oddball hero who lets nothing stand in his way.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | November6,2009
Meet Oggie Cooder, the oddball hero who lets nothing stand in his way.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Welcome Fall
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | October30,2009
Newbie shoelace-wranglers will be encouraged by this cute and clever instructional story.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | October30,2009
Newbie shoelace-wranglers will be encouraged by this cute and clever instructional story.
Kitchen Table Reviews: There Was An Old Monster! by Rebecca, Adrian & Ed Emberley
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | October24,2009
More than a book, this fun activity turns the kitchen table into a laboratory.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | October24,2009
More than a book, this fun activity turns the kitchen table into a laboratory.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Operation Yes
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | October16,2009
This cute and durable board book is full of different textures that will keep little hands interested.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | October16,2009
This cute and durable board book is full of different textures that will keep little hands interested.
Kitchen Table Reviews: The Bumpy Little Pumpkin
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | October9,2009
Get in the Halloween spirit with this new take on an old favorite featuring fabulously fun artwork and a catchy song.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | October9,2009
Get in the Halloween spirit with this new take on an old favorite featuring fabulously fun artwork and a catchy song.
Kitchen Table Reviews: The Ransom Note Blues
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | October2,2009
This story of of community and hope gets three enthusiastic thumbs up.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | October2,2009
This story of of community and hope gets three enthusiastic thumbs up.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Juicy Gossip
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | September25,2009
It's not Halloween yet, but this book has gotten the family in the mood for Fall.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | September25,2009
It's not Halloween yet, but this book has gotten the family in the mood for Fall.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Boo Hoo Bird
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | September18,2009
This light-hearted whodunit is perfect for mystery fans.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | September18,2009
This light-hearted whodunit is perfect for mystery fans.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Amulet Book Two: The Stonekeeper's Curse
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | September11,2009
Mir and her daughter dive into a tween novel that's not as juicy or gossipy as the title suggests, but is still good girly fun.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | September11,2009
Mir and her daughter dive into a tween novel that's not as juicy or gossipy as the title suggests, but is still good girly fun.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Bobby vs. Girls (Accidentally)
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | September4,2009
Little ones will want to read this brightly colored and very relatable story over and over.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | September4,2009
Little ones will want to read this brightly colored and very relatable story over and over.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Hello, Dinosaurs!
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | August28,2009
Suspense and awesome artwork make this graphic novel a must for fantasy lovers.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | August28,2009
Suspense and awesome artwork make this graphic novel a must for fantasy lovers.
Kitchen Table Reveiws: The Marshmallow Incident
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | August21,2009
Bobby's former best friend turns all the girls against him in this story guaranteed to appeal to tweens of both genders.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | August21,2009
Bobby's former best friend turns all the girls against him in this story guaranteed to appeal to tweens of both genders.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Wishworks, Inc.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | August14,2009
Colorful dinosaurs and fun finger puppets are the perfect way to introduce babies to reading.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | August14,2009
Colorful dinosaurs and fun finger puppets are the perfect way to introduce babies to reading.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Dr. Seuss PuzzleStory: One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | August7,2009
Mir and the kids determine why marshmallows are the necessary ingredient to this silly story.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | August7,2009
Mir and the kids determine why marshmallows are the necessary ingredient to this silly story.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Ruby and the Booker Boys: Brand-new School, Brave New Ruby
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | July31,2009
Max is handling his parents' divorce, his new home and school, and a big bully named Nick the only way he knows how: by running away.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | July31,2009
Max is handling his parents' divorce, his new home and school, and a big bully named Nick the only way he knows how: by running away.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Nighttime: Too Scared to Sleep
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | July24,2009
The KTR crew tackle a puzzling twist on a children's classic.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | July24,2009
The KTR crew tackle a puzzling twist on a children's classic.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Go, Go America
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | July17,2009
The charming Ruby and her goofy older brothers star in this tale of sibling rivalry and back-to-school jitters.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | July17,2009
The charming Ruby and her goofy older brothers star in this tale of sibling rivalry and back-to-school jitters.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Billy Bully
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | July10,2009
The family brings this collection of scary stories on a camping trip.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | July10,2009
The family brings this collection of scary stories on a camping trip.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Triptivities
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | July3,2009
This wacky book is a fun way for kids to learn facts about all 50 states.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | July3,2009
This wacky book is a fun way for kids to learn facts about all 50 states.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Gone With the Wand
by Mir Kamin
June26,2009
The story of Billy Bully will teach children counting and how to be a good friend.
by Mir Kamin
June26,2009
The story of Billy Bully will teach children counting and how to be a good friend.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Things To Do With Dad
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | June19,2009
These activities help tame the backseat all the way from point A to point B... and beyond.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | June19,2009
These activities help tame the backseat all the way from point A to point B... and beyond.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Klutz Build-a-Book: Why I Love My Dad
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | June12,2009
This fairy tale with a modern twist will appeal to younger kids up to tweens.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | June12,2009
This fairy tale with a modern twist will appeal to younger kids up to tweens.
Kitchen Table Reviews: Absolutely, Positively Not
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | June5,2009
This book is full of fun activities for kids to do with their favorite dads.
by Mir Kamin
Scholastic Parents | June5,2009
This book is full of fun activities for kids to do with their favorite dads.
