Monday, September 1, 2014


Oliver’s Hunger Dragon


Since the goal of this book is to bring awareness to the problem of hunger in
America, and the 16 million kids who feel hunger’s impact every day, a portion of
the proceeds of this book will go to the following organizations.

The Clark County Washington Food Bank:
http://www.clarkcountyfoodbank.org/
“It is our mission to “Alleviate Hunger and Its Root Causes.”

Feeding America: http://feedingamerica.org/
“Our mission is to feed America’s hungry though a nationwide network of member
food banks and engage our country in the fight to end hunger.”

The Portland Police Bureau Sunshine Division of Oregon:
http://www.sunshinedivision.org/
“Since 1923, the Portland Police Bureau Sunshine Division has been providing food
and clothing relief to Portland families and individuals in need . . . mobilizing quickly
and efficiently to assist distressed Portlanders




There be dragons in this book.  Lots of dragons. These dragons depict the hunger of a child. It’s a clever way to relate to young children how others feel when they don’t have enough to eat. This story starts out with one child with a problem, but he soon realizes he is not alone and others have similar distress. The text written with rhythm and rhyme is sure to delight little ears.

The story teaches children how to reach out to their fellow students who are less fortunate than themselves. The lessons in this book will stay with a child for a life time. I believe any child who reads this book will remember it for always and forever.

The colorful and vivid illustrations in Oliver’s Hunger Dragon pop from the page, and are sure to delight any child.  I can’t say enough about how informative and educational this book is, and how the lessons here will stay with a child for many years to come.

It’s just a wonderful book and I loved the way the author Sherry Alexander expresses the importance for others to take notice of those in need.  Oliver’s Hunger Dragon is a fun read for young children.  In my view, a keeper for any child’s library.

Just loved this book! Stars everywhere! 

This book was reviewed by Susan Hornbach, author of children’s literature


ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Sherry Alexander, a 2013 graduate of the Institute of Children’s Literature, is a writer, author, blogger, and child advocate who writes both fiction and non-fiction for children and adults. This is her first picture book, and comes from her own childhood memory of two Portland Police Officers who brought her family a food basket when they were in need. It is her dream that someday no child will ever experience hunger again. She lives with her husband of 45 years on a small SW Washington ranch with their two horses, two dogs, and the occasional pack of coyotes.  Visit her online at www.sherryalexanderwrites.com






20 comments:

  1. Hi Sue, Once again, a great review of a book on a very important subject. I hope it touches a lot of people and calls attention to this sad situation of hunger in the midst of great wealth. Thanks for sharing. Wishing Sherry much success with her book. Blessings, Penny (www.penelopeannecole.com)

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    1. Thank you Penny, your support is greatly appreciated. Sherry wrote a wonderful book and her illustrations are beautiful. She is both writer and artist.

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  2. What a wonderful message to get across. Kudos to Sherry for giving back and raising awareness.

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    1. I hit the wrong reply Tracey. I always do that. So thanks you twice for your kind words.

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  3. Tracey, you're a treasure. Thanks for your support.

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  4. What an inspiring book with a message children and adults should take advice on. Well done! Congratulations Sherry to your fine accomplishment!

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    1. Hi Donna, so glad for your support. It truly is a book close to my heart.

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  5. Sounds like a fascinating story. So wonderful that its sales will help others who are hungry. Thanks for sharing!

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  6. Janet, so kind of you to stop by and lend your support.

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  7. Wonderful idea for a book, Sherry, and Susan (as always) did you proud with her review. I have already pinned her review to my BOOK Reviews (kids to YA) on Pinterest.

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    1. Margot you're always there helping. Thank you for the pinning and for your support.

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  8. What a beautiful story. Need more like it. (Mary Esparza-Vela, GAP author)

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    1. Thank you for stopping by Mary, and for your kind words.

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  9. Sounds like an imaginative way to talk about a dire issue. Thank you for the review.

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    1. You're welcome Donna. I agree that it is a creative way to teach children to reach out to those less fortunate. Thank you Donna for your comments.

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  10. Susan, thanks for sharing about this book. Sounds like a great way to share the message about hunger in America. Cute book cover.

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  11. Susanne, so nice of your to lend your support. It's a lovely book for children.

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  12. This book will probably make a big difference in the world. Kids who read it or hear it read to them will grow up to care about the problem of hunger and do a lot to help solve it. Some may even take action while they're still children themselves.

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  13. So right on Janet! Kids learn what they live. Thank you for stopping by.

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  14. I was thrilled to hear of this wonderful caring, sharing story for children by Sherry Alexander. Congratulations Sherry, this deserves much success. Another one of your excellent reviews, Susan.

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