Margo's Musings: What's Creepy About Underwear?

Here in Connecticut, the leaves are starting to change color and the air is getting a bit chillier.  Halloween decorations have started to adorn houses and stores- helping us all get into the fall spirit. Last year my little sister, Margo, was drawn to Creepy Carrots by Aaron Reynolds. So I knew as soon as I saw Creepy Pair of Underwear by the same author that it would be the perfect read for this time of year. I have to admit- I was curious about how underwear was going to turn out to be creepy.

Jasper Rabbit returns again in this sequel and he seems to be over his fear of carrots after the plan he devised to get rid of them in the first book. The story begins when Jasper convinces his mom that he wants a pair of creepy underwear he sees on display at the store. Once at home he realizes that maybe his underwear is a little creepier than he had first thought, and he decides to get rid of them. Of course, he isn’t scared or anything. Jasper’s just done with creepy underwear. But, when the underwear keeps showing up, he knows he must take drastic measures. What should he do?  Is there really something to be scared about? You’ll  be turning the pages to find out!

Margo and I loved that the story is a little creepy, but also very silly. I mean, being scared of underwear? Hilarious! The faces on the underwear and the expressions on Jasper’s face had us cracking up. Definitely a great addition to our favorite Halloween and fall reads. Since it isn’t technically a Halloween story- it can be enjoyed by kids and adults throughout the year.

I knew Margo would want her own pair of creepy underwear, and we are on the hunt for some. But, for now she is happy with the Halloween shirts my mom got her. She keeps pointing at her shirt and saying “creepy” and cracking up. So, maybe it’s a good thing we haven’t found those spooky underwear yet.

Has anyone else read Creepy Pair of Underwear? Or have you read another book by Aaron Reynolds? We’d love to hear your thoughts!

Happy reading!
~F

Answer to Fairday's Riddle: Under Where?

Excellent guessing, Riddlers! This week it's all about underwear. Tune in Friday to find out how the answer ties into the story. See you all around the book block. 😉~ F

The final layer under clothes; first one up is how it goes. Lots of styles from which to choose, not an item you want to lose. When without, you'll feel bare, but no worries if you don't care. Mom would say to keep this clean, you never know when you'll be seen. 

What am I referring to? Answer: Underwear!

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Fairday's Riddle: Funny Fashion...

Hello, Riddlers! Can you guess our theme this week? It's an interesting garb, for sure! 😉 ~ F

The final layer under clothes; first one up is how it goes. Lots of styles from which to choose, not an item you want to lose. When without, you'll feel bare, but no worries if you don't care. Mom would say to keep this clean, you never know when you'll be seen. 

What am I referring to? Stop by Wednesday for the answer. 

I gave you a clue!

Is There Any Escape?

Soren is home in his nest high in the forest. He may only be an owlet, but he's learning so much form his parents and it won’t be too much longer before Soren knows how to fly. For now, he loves talking with his little sister, though his older brother is a bit of a grump. One night when his parents are off hunting, Soren’s thrust out of the nest and lands on the forest floor. He thinks his life is over and that he’ll be dinner for a larger animal. But then the owls come and seem to rescue him, only they’re not rescuing him. Soren realizes they are capturing him. He is taken to St. Aggie’s and he meets Gilfey almost immediately. They become fast friends, and it isn’t long before they start to realize that something very bad is going on there. Owls are made to chant their names over and over again. Each is also assigned a new number to go by and questions are forbidden. The leaders of St. Aggie’s force all the young owls to stand in the light of the full moon for three nights straight. This can cause a lot of damage to owlets and Soren and Gilfey worry they’ll forget who they are and what they believe. They haven’t even learned how to fly and it’s forbidden at St. Aggie’s. Is there any way that they can escape? Being sent to separate places to work makes it even harder for them to devise a plan. Can they come up with something that will work? You’ll have to read this interesting fantasy story to find out!

I recently saw a trailer for the movie The Guardians of Ga’Hoole and it made me curious about the books. I decided to pick up the first one in the series, The Capture by Kathryn Lasky. I listened to the audiobook, which I highly recommend because the narrator did a wonderful job with the different voices and bringing the story to life. I like the friendship between Soren and Gylfie. Both characters have their strengths, and I think they do a great job supporting each other. Being at Saint Aggie’s sounded scary to me, so I could understand why they wanted to leave. I felt nervous for them about the dangerous situation they were in, but enjoyed reading the story from the owls’ points of view. It would be a perfect read for anyone in fourth grade and up who likes a story with a variety of characters and a more complex plot. Since listening to the first book in the series I have already finished the next three. I’m waiting for book five to arrive at the library. I thought there were eight books in the series- but just heard there are sixteen. I am looking forward to reading more of the series- but with that number of books it could take a while.

Has anyone else read The Guardians of Ga’Hoole: The Capture? Or have you seen the movie? Or have you read another book by Kathryn Lasky? We’d love to hear your thoughts!

Happy Reading!
~L

Answer to Fairday's Riddle: Watchers in the Woods...

Excellent guessing, Riddlers! This week will be a hoot. Tune in Friday for Lizzy's book review and find out how the answer ties into the story. See you all around the book block. 😉~ F










Not what they seem by mystical lore; rustling feathers silently soar. Gold eyes open at night fall, echoing out those who call. You may get a note that tells of magic or a strange omen that's possibly tragic. Minerva knows this calling sign, it's woven into story time. 

What am I referring to? Answer: Owls!

Fairday's Riddles: Volume I 

Make time to riddle and rhyme!

62 original riddles and illustrations

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