Here are some of our favorites from last month! What makes these reviews special? Well, they contain lots of information, and, most importantly, they give a clear idea of how the reviewer feels about what he/she is reviewing and the reasons why.

Review Title: The Shampoo that will leave you dumbfounded... Submitted by: Jackie, age 12 Beauty and Body Care Product: Herbal Essences Shampoo Beauty and Body Care Subcategory: Hair care Review: The purpose of this product is to provide cleaning for every hair type. There's lengthening, basic cleaning, volumizing, and more. It also goes that extra step - the smells are like nothing I've smelled before, it's fresh and fruity. You'd be amazed at how many compliments I get--- on how my hair smells. Review Title: From a small-town (near me) Pennsylvania girl to a Nashville superstar Submitted by: Makayla, age 11 Album: Taylor Swift Artist: Taylor Swift Music Subcategory: Country and Western Review: It makes me want to get up and dance. Lots of the songs make you want to make a cool music video. The songs can also really relate to you. Taylor Swift wrote or co-wrote all of the songs on the CD. All of the songs have upbeat tunes and you'll get really personal with some of the lyrics. Read Jackie's complete review Read Makayla'a complete review       Review Title: A great ending to a great series! Submitted by: Ann, age 14 Book: The Diamond of Darkhold Author: Jeanne DuPrau Review: It has been several months since the citizens of Ember were led out of their city and into Sparks. Then comes winter. People are sick and dying, and food is scarce. When Doon Harrow comes across an old book with only eight pages left alluding to something that might be in Ember still, he and his best friend Lina Mayfleet decide to go back and find it. Problems arise, however, when Doon is captured by a family who starts inhabiting the city. This book is appropriate for about 9+ because it is actually meant for a younger audience, but teenagers would be just as interested because of the plot. Plus, those who enjoyed the first three won't be disappointed with this one. Review Title: What's it feel like to be a ghost? Submitted by: Tabby, age 13 Album: Louder Now Artist: Taking Back Sunday Music Subcategory: Alternative, Punk, and Indie Review: This band seems quite unique to me and doesn't remind me of any other artists, even though the concept is typically the same-- it's another punk rock band, but they seem pretty more diverse than others that I've heard. Read Ann's complete review Read Tabby's complete review Now that you know what we're looking for, get started on writing your own reviews!