International Children’s Book Day

02 Sunday Apr 2017

Posted by By Hook Or By Book: Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff in Uncategorized

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It’s books you read when you’re young, that stay with you always.

~ J.K. Rowling ~

27 thoughts on “International Children’s Book Day”

ignitedmoth said:

April 3, 2017 at 1:22 am

Such a great quote, and it’s so true. I have books I read as a child that will always hold a special place in my heart. I even remember the very first book I was able to read on my own because I was so excited just to be able to read. lol

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- By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
  
  April 3, 2017 at 1:47 am
  
  I have a long list of childhood favorites that got me through some tough times. My very first book I read on my own was Hop On Pop, by Dr. Seuss. I was so proud of myself I read it to anyone who would listen!💁🏻
  
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  - ignitedmoth said:
    
    April 3, 2017 at 3:20 am
    
    Ha! I did the same thing with my first book I ever read. Mine was called Ratty-Tatty. I love when people remember the name of the first book they ever read. 😀 It’s such a great memory to have.
    
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  - By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
    
    April 3, 2017 at 3:42 am
    
    Aww! Ratty-Tatty! That sounds adorable! And I agree completely. Remembering the name of the very first book someone’s read is priceless.🤗
    
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Didi Oviatt - Author said:

April 3, 2017 at 1:42 am

I had no idea that today was a childrens book day!! I may just have to jump online and order my kids a couple books (just because any excuse is a good excuse, when it comes to kids books!) This quote is great too!

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- By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
  
  April 3, 2017 at 1:50 am
  
  I had completely forgotten until a couple of hours ago when I read someone else’s post. And me being a former children’s librarian! *Smacks Head*
  
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  - Didi Oviatt - Author said:
    
    April 3, 2017 at 1:58 am
    
    haha yes yes…. For you, that’s like forgetting a big important birthday 😉
    
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  - By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
    
    April 3, 2017 at 2:07 am
    
    Exactly Didi!😕
    
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Lelia T said:

April 3, 2017 at 4:35 am

The first book I read by myself is frowned on by some today—Little Black Sambo. Different times but I remember being so impressed by this little boy’s bravery and his being very smart.

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- By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
  
  April 3, 2017 at 1:19 pm
  
  If you ever feel like revisiting the story Lelia, there’s a beautiful retelling of it called Sam and the Tigers. It’s written by Julius Lester and is gorgeous illustrated by Jerry Pinkney.
  
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Diana said:

April 3, 2017 at 8:51 am

I totally agree with that quote. I still remember first novels, The River Between by Ngugi Wa Thiong’o and The Client by John Grisham. Two of my most memorable books to date.

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- By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
  
  April 3, 2017 at 11:56 am
  
  That’s great Diana! I loved the Client, but didn’t read it until my twenties.💁🏻
  
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beetleypete said:

April 3, 2017 at 10:19 am

Another ‘special day’? I’m getting worn out, trying to keep up. They will have to wait for a leap year, to squeeze in one extra!
It’s a good one this time though. Kids should always read.
Best wishes, Pete.

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- By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
  
  April 3, 2017 at 11:54 am
  
  Any “Bookish” themed day Pete, you know I have to post about!😁
  
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gettingthroughanxiety said:

April 3, 2017 at 3:10 pm

Hey Kim, just want to remind you that I’m throwing a photo contest of my book on my blog and on Instagram. If you want to participate, you can check out the details below. Thanks!

Rest in Piece Photo Contest Update 2

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- By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
  
  April 3, 2017 at 3:52 pm
  
  Thanks B.W. I did see this, but I’m not going to be able to participate right now. Thanks for the reminder though.
  
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  - gettingthroughanxiety said:
    
    April 3, 2017 at 4:00 pm
    
    No problem!
    
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Aoibha Walsh said:

April 4, 2017 at 5:11 pm

I always remember reading at a young age. My parents used to always read me to sleep at night and I think that’s why I still love it to this day. I honestly never knew yesterday was children’s book day. Would’ve read kids books all day long! Haha!

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- By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
  
  April 4, 2017 at 5:55 pm
  
  Eh! For me, every day should be children’s book day!😀
  
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  - Aoibha Walsh said:
    
    April 4, 2017 at 6:13 pm
    
    Totally!
    
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Lashaan and Trang (Bookidote) said:

April 4, 2017 at 7:40 pm

Fantastic quote! I got to admit that the books I’ve read young still hold their own corner in my memory. I doubt I’ll forget them, but now that I’m 100% invested in them, I wish I had seen MORE at an even younger age!! One thing’s for sure, I’ll be pro-books for all the future generations, my kids, everyone!! Books = life!! 😀 Happy International Children’s Book Day!! 😀

– Lashaan

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- By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
  
  April 4, 2017 at 8:12 pm
  
  Thanks Lashaaan!
  
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vinnieh said:

May 22, 2017 at 5:50 pm

Man. I remember celebrating this in school years ago.

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- By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
  
  May 22, 2017 at 7:40 pm
  
  Awesome!😊
  
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  - vinnieh said:
    
    May 22, 2017 at 7:40 pm
    
    I can remember it being very fun.
    
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  - By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
    
    May 22, 2017 at 7:42 pm
    
    But of course! It’s book related!😁
    
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  - vinnieh said:
    
    May 22, 2017 at 7:44 pm
    
    Obviously it’s gonna be fun.
    
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