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Miriam Chernick is a local author for children. She also reviews children's books for Children’s Literature.

You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown

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“Sucking your thumb without a blanket is like eating a cone without the ice cream.”  This is just one of many lines young audience members will be able to relate to in this lively production of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. [Read more...]

Lyle the Crocodile

lyleAfter the beautiful opening scene of Lyle the Crocodile, I’m holding my breath.  Could the rest of the production be as good?  An hour and a half later, I answer yes.  This is children’s theater at its best. [Read more...]

Strega Nona

strega“Be careful what you wish for,” is the lesson in this entertaining musical adaptation of Tomie dePaola’s picture book about Strega Nona, or “Grandma Witch.” [Read more...]

Heidi

heidiFor kids who are unlikely to sit through 280 pages of the 19th century book by Johanna Spyri, Imagination Stage’s new musical adaptation of Heidi is an excellent alternative. [Read more...]