I got out of school two weeks ago for summer! It was both sad, but exciting! So now I am in the sun and having fun! (that rhymed) Not only am I dancing in the sun and drinking my cold iced tea while eating a popsicles I am also reading! You may say, "Reading oh that is a waste of summer!" When I say, "Reading that sound perfect in the sun!" So for school next year I have to read 20 hours over the summer. Which is a total of about 17 minutes a day! EASY!! I love reading so much, especially when your sitting in the sun!So I am going to give you some good summer reads that I am going to read or have already read.
One that I just read- Pictures of Hollis Wood by Patricia R. Giff. It has been my favorite book of this summer that I have read so far.
Another I recently read- Chains (Seeds of America) by Laurie Halse Anderson.I didn't enjoy this one as much as the one above, but it still was a good read.
After you read Chains (Seeds of America) you can read the sequel to it Forge (Seeds of America) also by Laurie Halse Anderson (haven't read this yet but plan to.)
One that I read a year or so ago that I loved was The Teashop Girls by Laura Shaefer which would be a great book
After you finish The Teashop Girls you can then read Laura Shaefer's sequel, The Secret Ingredient which I am reading right now! I am enjoying it very much!
I hope that the books that I have recommended will help you decide what books to read this summer. Comment if you would like some more! I am so glad that it is finally summer. Please comment if you liked these books and if it is summer time where you live! Talk to next time.
Keep tuned and reading!
-Savannah-
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Wednesday, May 9, 2012
The Secret Garden
A great classic to read is The Secret Garden. It is a mystery and a fun book to read by Frances Hodgson Burnett. Many girls read this book. It is more for girls than boys.
The Secret Garden is about a little girl named Mary who comes from India. She moves into her Uncle's house after her parents die. She is very selfish and not very social or kind. When she goes outside though she changes. Many people don't know how she is changes and how others change too, like her cousin Colin who is sick and the grumpy head gardener. She soon finds a garden that changes the lives of the people around her. Could the garden possibly be magical? You'll have to read the book to find out more.
This is a great book for ages 9 and older. Many adults love this book also. Lots of people will enjoy this book.
The Secret Garden is about a little girl named Mary who comes from India. She moves into her Uncle's house after her parents die. She is very selfish and not very social or kind. When she goes outside though she changes. Many people don't know how she is changes and how others change too, like her cousin Colin who is sick and the grumpy head gardener. She soon finds a garden that changes the lives of the people around her. Could the garden possibly be magical? You'll have to read the book to find out more.
This is a great book for ages 9 and older. Many adults love this book also. Lots of people will enjoy this book.
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Crispin The Cross of Lead
Crispin The Cross of Lead by AVI is about a young boy who is a peasant to Lord John Acleifye in Stromford. When the boy's mother dies, he finds out many things his mother never told him, but the pieces don't seem to click together. He wants to learn more about himself and his family.
When the boy, Crispin is accused of stealing Lord John Acleifyes' money he is wanted badly, so he runs away from Stromford. While running away he meets a large man named Bear. They become great friends. Bear likes to juggle and sing and Crispin begins to play the fiddle with his buddy. They go from town to town to play their music. Bear not only is a friend, but he also has to protect Crispin from soldiers and others. Bear is later captured by soldiers, will Crispin risk his life for his mentor and the only company Crispin has? Crispin must keep up his search for his real father too. What will he do?
I think this book is a great book for kids and grown ups. Those who love books that are put in a setting of the medieval era will love this book. This book may be a little too scary for kids under the age of eight. AVI is a great author for all ages. Check out some of his other books today.
When the boy, Crispin is accused of stealing Lord John Acleifyes' money he is wanted badly, so he runs away from Stromford. While running away he meets a large man named Bear. They become great friends. Bear likes to juggle and sing and Crispin begins to play the fiddle with his buddy. They go from town to town to play their music. Bear not only is a friend, but he also has to protect Crispin from soldiers and others. Bear is later captured by soldiers, will Crispin risk his life for his mentor and the only company Crispin has? Crispin must keep up his search for his real father too. What will he do?
I think this book is a great book for kids and grown ups. Those who love books that are put in a setting of the medieval era will love this book. This book may be a little too scary for kids under the age of eight. AVI is a great author for all ages. Check out some of his other books today.
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
The Hunger Games
One of the favorite books that I 've read this this year would have to be The Hunger Games. The Hunger Games is written by Suzanne Collins. This book is about a girl named Katniss and a boy named Peeta who grow closer and closer through something called The Hunger Games. The Hunger Games is a fight to the death between two kids from each district. This happens every year. Kids try to stay out of it. Through the book you wonder will Katniss and Peeta have to kill each other at the end?
Katniss is very scared to be in the Hunger Games. She knows that at home her sister and mother are suffering without Katniss looking over them and getting them food.
This is an action packed book full of amazing, terrific surprises that will keep you reading. Will Katniss or Peeta make it or will they sacrifice themselves for the other?
I think age 9 and older would be the best age to read this book because it has scary things in it, including blood. This is an amazing book you should read. Boys love this book, but who said a girl couldn't? I know I did!
Katniss is very scared to be in the Hunger Games. She knows that at home her sister and mother are suffering without Katniss looking over them and getting them food.
This is an action packed book full of amazing, terrific surprises that will keep you reading. Will Katniss or Peeta make it or will they sacrifice themselves for the other?
I think age 9 and older would be the best age to read this book because it has scary things in it, including blood. This is an amazing book you should read. Boys love this book, but who said a girl couldn't? I know I did!
If Your Reading This It's Too Late
I just finished the second book of the series, Secret. ( FYI the book after The Name Of This Book Is A Secret.) The second book is called If Your Reading This It's Too Late it is also by the author Pseudonymous Bosch.
This book is about the same main characters, Cass and Max- Ernest. Now, I have to stop telling you everything in this book because if you haven't read the other book yet I can't tell you anything not even a little snip of information. Maybe, maybe, just a little bit of information; Cass and Max-Ernest are on a journey to find a homunculus! A homunculus is a little man made in a jar that is made from, let's just say dung. He or she acts like a human, but is really not. I mean for heaven sakes he or she is born in a jar of dung that is definately not human. This homunculus was created by a mysterious magician/mad scientest. The weird homunculus' name is Cabbage Face; you'll have to find out why. This is a mystery for Cass and Max-Ernest and of course the reader.
I recommend this book for mystery solvers. I also think readers 8 and up will love this book. Now, you have to go check it out or go buy it. Good luck finding it, it might be sold out or checked out because it is such a great book, so hurry and get it soon!
This book is about the same main characters, Cass and Max- Ernest. Now, I have to stop telling you everything in this book because if you haven't read the other book yet I can't tell you anything not even a little snip of information. Maybe, maybe, just a little bit of information; Cass and Max-Ernest are on a journey to find a homunculus! A homunculus is a little man made in a jar that is made from, let's just say dung. He or she acts like a human, but is really not. I mean for heaven sakes he or she is born in a jar of dung that is definately not human. This homunculus was created by a mysterious magician/mad scientest. The weird homunculus' name is Cabbage Face; you'll have to find out why. This is a mystery for Cass and Max-Ernest and of course the reader.
I recommend this book for mystery solvers. I also think readers 8 and up will love this book. Now, you have to go check it out or go buy it. Good luck finding it, it might be sold out or checked out because it is such a great book, so hurry and get it soon!
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Knock at a Star
My first poem anthology book that I read this year was Knock at a Star. This book of poems is by X.J. Kennedy and Dorothy M. Kennedy. The Kennedys have put famous poems written by various poets into their book. This book is full of children friendly poems that make you laugh or even cry. One of my favorite poem in this book is " Two People" by Eve Merriam.
Two People
She reads the paper,
while he turns on TV;
she likes the mountians
he craves the sea.
He'd rather drive,
she'll take a plane;
he waits for sunshine,
she walks in the rain.
He gulps down cold drinks,
she sips hot;
he asks, " Why go?"
she asks, " Why not?"
In just about everything
they disagree,
but they love one another
and they love me.
Eve Merriam
If you liked this poem there are many more like it. The Kennedy's walk you through the process of creating and reading poems. Dorothy and X.J. Kennedy have a strong writing career. X.J. has written books on science fiction, illustrated, and written many poems. Dorothy and X.J. are husband and wife. They have received many awards for their books. The Kennedys write both adult and children books. They have written hundreds of books. Knock at a Star being one of the many.
I think anyone would enjoy this book. It has many different types of poems. If you like rhyming poems, then read this book. If you like hiakus, then read this book. If you like any kind of poem, read this book now!!!
Two People
She reads the paper,
while he turns on TV;
she likes the mountians
he craves the sea.
He'd rather drive,
she'll take a plane;
he waits for sunshine,
she walks in the rain.
He gulps down cold drinks,
she sips hot;
he asks, " Why go?"
she asks, " Why not?"
In just about everything
they disagree,
but they love one another
and they love me.
Eve Merriam
If you liked this poem there are many more like it. The Kennedy's walk you through the process of creating and reading poems. Dorothy and X.J. Kennedy have a strong writing career. X.J. has written books on science fiction, illustrated, and written many poems. Dorothy and X.J. are husband and wife. They have received many awards for their books. The Kennedys write both adult and children books. They have written hundreds of books. Knock at a Star being one of the many.
I think anyone would enjoy this book. It has many different types of poems. If you like rhyming poems, then read this book. If you like hiakus, then read this book. If you like any kind of poem, read this book now!!!
Monday, February 13, 2012
The Shadow Thieves
An amazing book you just have to read is The Shadow Thieves. This book is written by Anne Ursu. Anne Ursu has written a series called the Cronus Chronicles. The Cronus Chronicles is a three book series. The first book is called The Shadow Thieves.
The Shadow Thieves is about a girl named Charlotte and a boy named Zachary, or Zee for short. The two are cousins. Ever since Zee came from his homeland of England, he believes that he has brought a mysterious sickness with him called Piper's Flu. Piper's Flu only seems to affect children, causing them to lose their energy. So many children have gotten it that they have shut down all the schools. Charlotte and Zee are the only children that don't have the sickness. The two of them soon go on an adventure into Greek Mytholgy's, Underworld to find a cure to Piper's Flu.
This book is a great book for those of all ages with an amazing imagination, probably ages 9 and up would be the best. This book is an interesting book that keeps you reading all night. Attention: Teachers and parents this is a great read aloud for children 7 and older.
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Mary's Son
If you love reading Christmas books, then you should read a tale called Mary's Son. This book is written by Darryl Nyznyk. This book is for children about age 10 and up. Children will love this book because it tells the true story of Jesus' birth in a fun way.
Every book you read has a few main characters and Mary's Son has a few too. Sarah and Jarod are mostly the main characters. Both Jarod and Sarah have problems in their life like everyone. Sarah is spoiled and rich. Jarod is poor and has to work for money for his family. Let's just say Jarod and Sarah need a little joy in the Christmas season, and they need to know what Christmas is all about. What Jarod and Sarah don't know is that the person who tells the true meaning could be ..... the true Santa Clause.
This is a great book to get you in the Christmas spirit, or just to read. This book is definitely a book you'll have to read each year, it's so great!
Every book you read has a few main characters and Mary's Son has a few too. Sarah and Jarod are mostly the main characters. Both Jarod and Sarah have problems in their life like everyone. Sarah is spoiled and rich. Jarod is poor and has to work for money for his family. Let's just say Jarod and Sarah need a little joy in the Christmas season, and they need to know what Christmas is all about. What Jarod and Sarah don't know is that the person who tells the true meaning could be ..... the true Santa Clause.
This is a great book to get you in the Christmas spirit, or just to read. This book is definitely a book you'll have to read each year, it's so great!
Monday, January 23, 2012
Dear Mr. President
Dear Mr. President is a historical fiction book. Lettie writes to Abe about how hard it is to be a slave and how she hopes that Mr. President can stop slavery and the Civil War. Abe writes things to Lettie like; he hopes to stop slavery by killing all the Confederates.
This book is a great book for 2nd grade and older. If you're interested in what went on during the Civil War, Abe and Lettie will tell all about it. We all know how the Civil War ends, but this book digs deeper into the war between the states.
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
The Name Of This Book Is A Secret
' I...I... can't think of the name of the book I just read. Oh, I know!' The book I just read was, The Name Of This Book Is A Secret! No, I am not kidding. That is the name of the book. The author of the book is Pseudonymous Bosch. I know, what a weird name.
The Name Of This Book Is A Secret is about a girl named Cass who has pointy ears like an elf. She is a survivalist who always carries a backpack full of supplies for emergencies. This book is also about a boy named Max-Ernest, who has a disease that doctors can't treat. His symptoms of the unknown disease are non-stop talking. When Cass and Max-Ernest get involved in a mystery about a dead magician they can't stop in the middle of it. They have to find out the conclusion.
My favorite part of this book is when Cass and Max-Ernest go to the Midnight Sun Spa. I loved the parts when you would find out something that you predicted and then you start to scream, " See, I told you so, I told you, I told you!"
I think what the author really wanted to show his readers is that even though you may be different than other kids, your still an amazing person who can do lots of things like solve mysteries. I think he also wanted to give children a creative,funny, and imaginative book to read.
I recommend this book for kids who love to imagine and be creative. Students in grades 5th and older would probably understand it more than others, because this book has some very hard words. You should get this book to fill your suffering for a great book to read.
The Name Of This Book Is A Secret is about a girl named Cass who has pointy ears like an elf. She is a survivalist who always carries a backpack full of supplies for emergencies. This book is also about a boy named Max-Ernest, who has a disease that doctors can't treat. His symptoms of the unknown disease are non-stop talking. When Cass and Max-Ernest get involved in a mystery about a dead magician they can't stop in the middle of it. They have to find out the conclusion.
My favorite part of this book is when Cass and Max-Ernest go to the Midnight Sun Spa. I loved the parts when you would find out something that you predicted and then you start to scream, " See, I told you so, I told you, I told you!"
I think what the author really wanted to show his readers is that even though you may be different than other kids, your still an amazing person who can do lots of things like solve mysteries. I think he also wanted to give children a creative,funny, and imaginative book to read.
I recommend this book for kids who love to imagine and be creative. Students in grades 5th and older would probably understand it more than others, because this book has some very hard words. You should get this book to fill your suffering for a great book to read.
Monday, December 19, 2011
Heaven is for Real
A few weeks ago, I read a book called, Heaven is for Real. Heaven is for Real is written by Todd Burpo, a pastor from Nebraska. Todd Burpo wrote this book because he and his family were hearing stories about heaven from his four year old son, Colton Burpo.
Colton was telling stories of when he had surgery done on his stomach. He said that he went up to heaven for three minutes and came back down to Earth. You're probably thinking three minutes isn't a very long time, but Colton says that he saw many things in those three minutes.
I think what Todd Burpo really wanted to tell his readers is that Heaven is for real. I also think he was trying to let his readers feel touched by how extraordinary Colton's story is.
My favorite part of this book was when Todd told about all the different things Colton had seen. I thought it was really touching when Colton said that his unborn sister was in Heaven and that she was excited to see him.
I think you should read this book and feel the mercy put into it.
Colton was telling stories of when he had surgery done on his stomach. He said that he went up to heaven for three minutes and came back down to Earth. You're probably thinking three minutes isn't a very long time, but Colton says that he saw many things in those three minutes.
I think what Todd Burpo really wanted to tell his readers is that Heaven is for real. I also think he was trying to let his readers feel touched by how extraordinary Colton's story is.
My favorite part of this book was when Todd told about all the different things Colton had seen. I thought it was really touching when Colton said that his unborn sister was in Heaven and that she was excited to see him.
I think you should read this book and feel the mercy put into it.
A Family Apart
Recently, I read a book called A Family Apart. A Family Apart is written by Joan Lowery Nixon. It is about an orphan train. This book is one of the many books in the series.
A Family Apart is about 6 children that are sent on an orphan train by their widow mom before the Civil War. Frances is the oldest. She promised her mother that she would protect her little brother, but how can she do that if they are separated? Frances decides that she will act like a boy so she and her little brother will be allowed to stay together. In this book there is a part that includes the Underground Railroad.
I think you should read this book because once you start, you won't stop and you'll find that you'll be in the story with the characters too. If you love thrillers you should you should read this book!
A Family Apart is about 6 children that are sent on an orphan train by their widow mom before the Civil War. Frances is the oldest. She promised her mother that she would protect her little brother, but how can she do that if they are separated? Frances decides that she will act like a boy so she and her little brother will be allowed to stay together. In this book there is a part that includes the Underground Railroad.
I think you should read this book because once you start, you won't stop and you'll find that you'll be in the story with the characters too. If you love thrillers you should you should read this book!
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Number the Stars
For Girls Book Club at Frontier Academy, the school I go to on Fridays only, I had to read a book called Number the Stars. Number the Stars is written by Lois Lowry. Lois Lowry is a great author. She has also written The Giver and many other great books. Number the Stars is a great book for children nine years old and older. Grown-ups would also love this book. If you like World War II settings, then you should definitely buy or check out this book!
Number the Stars is about a girl named Annemarie, her family and her friend, Ellen. Ellen and Annemarie are best friends forever, for they are always counting on each other. Annemarie is a ten year old and so is Ellen. Ellen is in a Jewish family. During World War II the Nazis hated Jewish people. The Nazis were evacuating Jewish families from their homes. So Annemarie's family took Ellen into their own, but could the Nazis possibly find her? This is based on a true story of friendship and bravery that you cant miss.
Number the Stars is about a girl named Annemarie, her family and her friend, Ellen. Ellen and Annemarie are best friends forever, for they are always counting on each other. Annemarie is a ten year old and so is Ellen. Ellen is in a Jewish family. During World War II the Nazis hated Jewish people. The Nazis were evacuating Jewish families from their homes. So Annemarie's family took Ellen into their own, but could the Nazis possibly find her? This is based on a true story of friendship and bravery that you cant miss.
Monday, November 21, 2011
Commercial for Eggs!
This commercial is totally fake so there will be no T.V. Movie on ABC! Remember it is just CREATIVITY!!!
Coming to ABC, on November 30th, at 5/6 p.m. Central Time, Eggs. George Knigke has taken Jerry Spinelli's Award Winning Book of the Year and turned it into a great T.V. production. This movie is about the adventures and challenges of David and Primrose. David's mother is dead and Primrose doesn't know where her Dad went. David only has a Grandmother who acts like his mother and a Dad that he only sees on the weekends if he is lucky. Primrose has a wacky, fortune telling Mom, Madame Duffee. Can meeting each other fill up the gaps in their lives? This is an extraordinary movie that you just can't miss! Starring, Josh Hutcherson as David, Anna Sophia Robb as Primrose, Amanda Bynes, Queen Litifa and more! Don't miss this once in a lifetime T.V. movie.
Only on ABC.
Monday, November 14, 2011
Lemonade War
Many people look for a great book to read that is about business and can't find any, but I have found one for you! Lemonade War by Jacueline Davies is a great business book.
Lemonade War is about a girl named Jessie and a boy named Evan who are siblings. Jessie is skipping a grade because she is so smart, so she will now be with her brother in the 4th grade. Evan doesn't like this; ever since they got the call I Evan hasn't been speaking to Jessie. You probably just think Jessie and Evan should apologize. Well, it is not that easy. You see, Jessie is good at math not at feelings. Soon Evan and Jessie get in a full out fight and they start a Lemonade War!
I recommend this book for 3rd and 4th graders. Kids that love business books would love this book. This book is so good your siblings will be fighting over it and maybe you guys will get in a book war over it!
11 Birthdays
"Being born on the same day is very special I believe Amanda and Leo will be the best of friends" she said.
Have you ever read a book that was just really strange, but awesome? Well, 11 Birthdays by Wendy Mass is one of those books. Amanda and Leo are best friends until on their tenth birthday they go their own ways. The only thing is that when they broke apart they didn't know they could be in their next birthday forever.
Amanda and Leo were born on the same day. Leo and Amanda did everything together. Until Amanda over heard Leo talking to some of his friends saying " I am not even friends with Amanda gees you guys!" Amanda quickly ran out of the party. When their 11th birthday comes around it is great the first time, but Amanda and Leo are going over the same day over and over again. You would probably think it would be great to play your birthday over and over again, but it really isn't. How will Amanda and Leo get past their 11th birthday?
I recommend this book for 4th grade readers and older. This book has some parts in it that you sometimes have to read over a few times to have it make sense. You should read this book before something similar happens to you!
P.S. If it does happen, don't panic, just read the BOOK!
Have you ever read a book that was just really strange, but awesome? Well, 11 Birthdays by Wendy Mass is one of those books. Amanda and Leo are best friends until on their tenth birthday they go their own ways. The only thing is that when they broke apart they didn't know they could be in their next birthday forever.
Amanda and Leo were born on the same day. Leo and Amanda did everything together. Until Amanda over heard Leo talking to some of his friends saying " I am not even friends with Amanda gees you guys!" Amanda quickly ran out of the party. When their 11th birthday comes around it is great the first time, but Amanda and Leo are going over the same day over and over again. You would probably think it would be great to play your birthday over and over again, but it really isn't. How will Amanda and Leo get past their 11th birthday?
I recommend this book for 4th grade readers and older. This book has some parts in it that you sometimes have to read over a few times to have it make sense. You should read this book before something similar happens to you!
P.S. If it does happen, don't panic, just read the BOOK!
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Magic Half
I just read Magic Half by Annie Barrows. I loved this book so much that after you read this report you'll want to read it too. So keep on reading.... Don't stop now...... It's just where the excitement begins.
Magic Half is about a girl named Miri who finds a piece of glass on her wall in her old, creaky house. When Miri looks through the glass she goes back in time. Miri doesn't know how she went back in time, but she meets a girl named Molly who used to live in Miri's house. Molly's world is full of mean people like Molly's aunt and her cousin, Horst. Miri promises Molly that she will take Molly to the future with her when she finds the way back. When Miri accidentally goes back to the future without Molly she is scared she will not make it back in time before bad things happen to her new best friend.
I recommend this book for 4th- 6th grade readers. This book is kind of a mystery and fantasy book. I personally think you should read this book. Be prepared though to be stuck on the couch because this book is such a FANTASTIC BOOK!
Magic Half is about a girl named Miri who finds a piece of glass on her wall in her old, creaky house. When Miri looks through the glass she goes back in time. Miri doesn't know how she went back in time, but she meets a girl named Molly who used to live in Miri's house. Molly's world is full of mean people like Molly's aunt and her cousin, Horst. Miri promises Molly that she will take Molly to the future with her when she finds the way back. When Miri accidentally goes back to the future without Molly she is scared she will not make it back in time before bad things happen to her new best friend.
I recommend this book for 4th- 6th grade readers. This book is kind of a mystery and fantasy book. I personally think you should read this book. Be prepared though to be stuck on the couch because this book is such a FANTASTIC BOOK!
Friday, October 7, 2011
The 6th Grade Nickname Game
I've read a lot of books in my life, and The 6th Grade Nickname Game by Gordon Kormon is one of the best books I've ever read.
The 6th Grade Nickname Game has some of the funniest quotes, stories, and of course nicknames. This book is about two sixth grade boys that are best friends. Their names are Wiley and Jeff. The two of them together is about the worst thing you could possibly live with in the 6th grade. Not that they're bullies, they are worse, their Nickname Kings. They like to give people nicknames, but they're not always nice. For example, Charles Rossi is nicknamed Snoopy because he is always eavesdropping. Crusty Bones, I mean Christy Jones because of her crusty bones, is another of Wiley and Jeff's mean nicknames. The book gets interesting when Cassandra Levy, the new girl at school, comes into the story. She tears the two boys apart when they both want to take her to a dance. What will Jeff and Wiley do without each other?
I recommend this book for 5th grade and older because it is more difficult than it looks. I would definitely buy this book for kids that love books that are funny. Every time I picked up this book it seemed to get better and better. I think you should read this book before you get a nasty nickname from Jeff and Wiley for not reading it.
The 6th Grade Nickname Game has some of the funniest quotes, stories, and of course nicknames. This book is about two sixth grade boys that are best friends. Their names are Wiley and Jeff. The two of them together is about the worst thing you could possibly live with in the 6th grade. Not that they're bullies, they are worse, their Nickname Kings. They like to give people nicknames, but they're not always nice. For example, Charles Rossi is nicknamed Snoopy because he is always eavesdropping. Crusty Bones, I mean Christy Jones because of her crusty bones, is another of Wiley and Jeff's mean nicknames. The book gets interesting when Cassandra Levy, the new girl at school, comes into the story. She tears the two boys apart when they both want to take her to a dance. What will Jeff and Wiley do without each other?
I recommend this book for 5th grade and older because it is more difficult than it looks. I would definitely buy this book for kids that love books that are funny. Every time I picked up this book it seemed to get better and better. I think you should read this book before you get a nasty nickname from Jeff and Wiley for not reading it.
Eleven
This book is part of a great series of books, Eleven, by Lauren Myracle, is just one of her five books in the series. This series is about a girl named Winnie who goes through a lot of life struggles.
In this book, Winnie has a friend that isn't always nice to her. Her name is Amanda. Amanda's personality is different than Winnie's. Amanda is up-beat and fashionable. Winnie's personality is kind and a little curious. Winnie meets a new friend at school named Dinah. Dinah is a girl that Winnie discovers is actually more like her than Amanda. Winnie finds out that its not about what you look like or what your background is.
Winnie doesn't like changes and she doesn't want her relationship to change with Amanda. She definitely doesn't want her body to change like the others that have already developed in her class. Winnie is scared of the changes that will happen, but she can't do anything to stop them.
I think you should read this book if you are in 4th-6th grades. This book is a little inappropriate for younger grade levels. In this book it talks about the changing of the body a few times. I love this book because it is realistic fiction. If you like realistic fiction you'll love these books too.
"Fresh and lively. Laugh along with Winnie as she advances to her 12th year." - Publishers Weekly.
You should read this book for a fun read now!!
In this book, Winnie has a friend that isn't always nice to her. Her name is Amanda. Amanda's personality is different than Winnie's. Amanda is up-beat and fashionable. Winnie's personality is kind and a little curious. Winnie meets a new friend at school named Dinah. Dinah is a girl that Winnie discovers is actually more like her than Amanda. Winnie finds out that its not about what you look like or what your background is.
Winnie doesn't like changes and she doesn't want her relationship to change with Amanda. She definitely doesn't want her body to change like the others that have already developed in her class. Winnie is scared of the changes that will happen, but she can't do anything to stop them.
I think you should read this book if you are in 4th-6th grades. This book is a little inappropriate for younger grade levels. In this book it talks about the changing of the body a few times. I love this book because it is realistic fiction. If you like realistic fiction you'll love these books too.
"Fresh and lively. Laugh along with Winnie as she advances to her 12th year." - Publishers Weekly.
You should read this book for a fun read now!!
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Dear America, Across the Wide and Lonesome Praire.
I loved this book so much; I just had to share it with you.
Dear America, Across the Wide and Lonesome Prairie by Kristina Gregory is about a girl named Hattie Campbell. Hattie's family decides to move from Bonneville, Missouri to Oregon because as Hattie's father says, " We'll be able to start a new life, where there ain't no sad memories. There's space out West, all the land we want. Free for taking. Winters are mild, that's what these pamphlets say."
Hattie is afraid of what this long journey will bring. Hattie's family travels through mountains, deserts, and plains. The wagon trains have to throw out many of their valuables along the way. Some are harder to get rid of than others. Hattie finds out that a lady, named Mrs.Kenker, is stealing valuables from all the wagon trains. Hattie doesn't know who to tell or what to do. When she finds out more information about Mrs.Kenker; Hattie is more forgiving.
Hattie's family goes through a lot, but Hattie doesn't know if they'll make it or not. Will Hattie's family make it to Oregon? I recommend this book for 3rd - 5th graders. I would give this book to people who like books that are written in journal form or enjoy historical fiction.
Kristina Gregory is a wonderful author who has written many books. Kristina has written over 30 books for middle school readers. Here are a few of them: The Dear America series, My Darlin' Clementine, Jenny of Tetons and many more. Check them out at your local library.
Dear America, Across the Wide and Lonesome Prairie by Kristina Gregory is about a girl named Hattie Campbell. Hattie's family decides to move from Bonneville, Missouri to Oregon because as Hattie's father says, " We'll be able to start a new life, where there ain't no sad memories. There's space out West, all the land we want. Free for taking. Winters are mild, that's what these pamphlets say."
Hattie is afraid of what this long journey will bring. Hattie's family travels through mountains, deserts, and plains. The wagon trains have to throw out many of their valuables along the way. Some are harder to get rid of than others. Hattie finds out that a lady, named Mrs.Kenker, is stealing valuables from all the wagon trains. Hattie doesn't know who to tell or what to do. When she finds out more information about Mrs.Kenker; Hattie is more forgiving.
Hattie's family goes through a lot, but Hattie doesn't know if they'll make it or not. Will Hattie's family make it to Oregon? I recommend this book for 3rd - 5th graders. I would give this book to people who like books that are written in journal form or enjoy historical fiction.
Kristina Gregory is a wonderful author who has written many books. Kristina has written over 30 books for middle school readers. Here are a few of them: The Dear America series, My Darlin' Clementine, Jenny of Tetons and many more. Check them out at your local library.
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