Sunday, August 5, 2012

Lawn Mower Magic by L Jonell

Jonell, Lynne. Lawn Mower Magic (Magical Mix-Ups, book 2). Illustrated by Brandon Dorman. 103 pgs. Stepping Stone Book, 2012. $12.99. (Language : G; Mature Content : G; Violence : G)

In this second story about the Willow family, who have moved into an old home built on a hill infused with magic, Derek hopes to buy a train ticket to visit a friend from their old neighborhood. After his plan to earn money by mowing the grass is thwarted when the power mower quits working, he and his siblings discover a push mower that is raring to go. Who would have thought that a rusty old push mower could be so difficult? With a touch of magic that creates humorous challenges for the Willow children, this book is a good introduction to fantasy for younger readers.

EL – ADVISABLE. Reviewer: PKFoster, teacher-librarian

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