Belvoir Child, Youth and School Services patrons review 'Moose and Magpie'

I think this is a terrific book for little children. That is because the book can teach you how to learn confidence. Also it helps you to learn how to believe in yourself. I would recommend this book to second-graders. The book is about the two main characters - a moose named Moose and a bird named Magpie, who made many comical jokes and many people chuckled. But, when Moose made a comical joke, no one laughed. Magpie taught Moose to learn confidence. I also loved the illustrations [which] were the best part of a story because it gives more character and helps me understand the story.
- Kierra Henderson

Este libro tiene dos personajes. Uno se llama El Alce y el otro se llama La Urraca. Este libro se trata de un Alce que le estaban creciendo sus cuernos y su cabeza sentia mucha comezon. Un dia encontro un arbol y empezo a rascarse contra el con toda su fuerza y asi conocio a La Urraca. La Urraca trata de ayudal al Alce a tener confianza.
Yo Pienzo que este libro es bueno y las ilustraciones son bellas. Yo recomiendo este libro para los niños que tienen cinco a seis años.
- Justin Jimenez-Rivera
(Translation) This book has two characters, the Moose and the Magpie. This book talks about a magpie and a moose, which has horns that are growing and makes his head itch a lot. One day the moose found a tree and began to scratch very hard against it, and that is how he met the magpie. The magpie tries to make the moose feel good.
I think this is a good book and the illustrations are beautiful. I recommend this book for children 5 and 6 years old.
- Justin Jimenez-Rivera

This book is about a moose who earns his confidence to tell jokes because nobody thinks he's funny and he wants to prove them wrong. The characters they talk about most is a moose named Moose and a bird named Magpie. My favorite part about this book is the illustrations because they are so pretty and tell a lot about the story.
My opinion about this story is that it's not the kind of story I would read all the time; but, it would be good for little children who like books like this one. Not saying that I don't like this particular book; but, it's not the type of book I would read.
I'm the kind of person who likes to read books like chapter books and historical books and all that other stuff. But, I do like fiction. This one just isn't my favorite.
- Dalynn Slack

A short summary: This book is about a moose who meets a magpie who is always telling hilarious jokes and riddles. Then, in early fall, Magpie sings a song about a moose wandering in the mountains. Moose decides he will go to the mountains, also. Magpie follows him and there are a few dangers on the way: they come close to hunters and then get lost! Moose saw two bulls (male moose) fighting and thought "I wouldn't want to fight them." He finally decided to turn around and come home after his little journey. Then Magpie tells a joke and Moose finally tells a funny response! Everyone laughs and begs for more jokes!
Characters: Moose, Magpie, Hunters
My opinion: This book is a funny one and will be good for all ages to read! It includes various facts about moose and magpies. Parents, if you are reading this you can find it online ... just go to www.sylvandellpublishing.com and search Moose and Magpie. I'm sure your children will love it!
Illustrations: The illustrations are absolutely beautiful; they are filled with much color and detail!!
- CJ Wallington

What it is about: The book is about Moose meeting Magpie. Magpie tells Moose jokes and riddles. But when Moose would try to tell a joke no one would laugh or think it was funny.
Characters: Moose and Magpie
My opinion: I thought it was a very funny book and very interesting how Moose would try to learn how to tell good jokes and riddles. I recommend this book for all ages!
Why I would recommend this book: It's fun and enjoyable for all ages. I would even recommend it for a 6-year-old.
What I thought of the illustrations: They were drawn beautifully with a lot of color and obvious artistic skill.
- Samantha Wallington

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Books and resources for children about deployment
Military OneSource.com recommends the following books to help children understand and cope with deployments:
For ages 3 to 8
"Daddy, You're My Hero and Mommy, You're My Hero," by Michelle Ferguson-Cohen (Little Redhaired Girl Publishing, 2005). Board books that address deployment from a child's viewpoint in a comforting, reassuring way.
"Night Catch," by Brenda Ehrmentraut, illustrated by Vicki Wehrman (2005).
A Soldier deployed overseas enlists the help of the North Star for a nightly game of catch with his young son.
"When Dad's at Sea," by Mindy Pelton, illustrated by Robert Steele (2008).
To deal with a 6-month separation from her deployed, Navy pilot father, Emily tears off a piece of a paper chain every day, follows his journey on a map, and sends him e-mail messages.
"While You Are Away," by Eileen Spinelli, illustrated by Renee Graef (Hyperion, 2004).
Three children whose parents are deployed talk about what it's like to miss a parent. The book ends with the day the parents return home.
For ages 6 to 12
"Love, Lizzie: Letters to a Military Mom," by Lisa Tucker McElroy (Albert Whiteman and Company, 2005).
A story written in the form of letters from 9-year-old Lizzie to her mother, a Soldier deployed overseas. With suggestions for parents about helping children during the separation.
"The Soldier's Tree," by Stephanie L. Pickup (TAO Publishing, 2004).
Designed to help military children enjoy the Christmas holidays while they're separated from a loved one. The author, an Army wife, wrote this book after experiencing two deployments through the holidays with young children.