I am studying in history about the California Gold Rush which was a big thing in California. So I am going to tell you a little about it.
Would you go to California if you heard there was gold there free for taking? Well, many people did. The mad rush to California started in 1849. Men and woman had heard that John Sutter's Fort in California had discovered gold. These men and woman traveled by land or sea just to get to California for gold.
Sadly, only 1 in 20 walked away rich. A lot of men would look, and look for gold and not find any. Some men did find lots of gold. This caused prices of items and food to go up. Woman started to do laundry for 5 nuggets of gold each. One egg went from 49 cents to 3 dollars and 50 cents.
California was a long journey for some people. Although men traveled a long way, they still thought it was worth it. Well I don't think it was!
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.
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
The Word Eater By Mary Amanto
"Worms are very sensitive creatures and right away, this little newborn sensed that he was different." excerpt from The Word Eater by Mary Amato.
I just read a very good book called, The Word Eater by Mary Amato. This book had me tied to my reading fort.
This book is about a sixth grade girl named Lerner. She is a new student and is having trouble making friends. Then one day, she finds a worm that eats words instead of dirt. He is Lerner's only friend. Lerner's life changes forever! When Lerner's worm, Fib, eats words that thing vanishes from the world FOREVER!
My favorite part of this book is the ending. It didn't end the way I thought it would, instead the author whips it right into a surprising ending! You'll have to read the book to find out what happens.
I loved this book. I stayed up late trying to finish this book and I assure you that you will too! I recommend this book for kids 7 years old and older. I think you should read this book before Fib eats you.
P.S. Mary Amato has written many other books including Invisible Lines and Please Write in This Book so look for them at your local library. Check out Mary Amato's website at www.maryamato.com/books
I just read a very good book called, The Word Eater by Mary Amato. This book had me tied to my reading fort.
This book is about a sixth grade girl named Lerner. She is a new student and is having trouble making friends. Then one day, she finds a worm that eats words instead of dirt. He is Lerner's only friend. Lerner's life changes forever! When Lerner's worm, Fib, eats words that thing vanishes from the world FOREVER!
My favorite part of this book is the ending. It didn't end the way I thought it would, instead the author whips it right into a surprising ending! You'll have to read the book to find out what happens.
I loved this book. I stayed up late trying to finish this book and I assure you that you will too! I recommend this book for kids 7 years old and older. I think you should read this book before Fib eats you.
P.S. Mary Amato has written many other books including Invisible Lines and Please Write in This Book so look for them at your local library. Check out Mary Amato's website at www.maryamato.com/books
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
10 Things That You Need To Know About Me
I just turned ten, so that is why I am only telling you ten things you should know about me. Otherwise there would be a lot more; you wouldn't even be able to count them!
1. I am all about dance. I love dancing more than anything.
2. I am creative. I love to do lots of crafts and make different kinds of drawings.
3. I am funny. I could make anyone laugh in the whole world.
4. I am kind. I am kind to everyone, or at least I try to be kind to everyone.
5. I can dream bigger than anyone. One day I am in fairyland and the next day I am fighting trolls under water.
6. I'll eat anything. I am not a picky eater.
7. I love shoes. My closet is full of shoes.
8. I love strawberries, and not just because they are sweet like me.
9. My favorite sport is basketball. Ally-oop in the hoop!
10. Last, but not least, I am lovable. I could sit in my Grandma's lap FOREVER!
1. I am all about dance. I love dancing more than anything.
2. I am creative. I love to do lots of crafts and make different kinds of drawings.
3. I am funny. I could make anyone laugh in the whole world.
4. I am kind. I am kind to everyone, or at least I try to be kind to everyone.
5. I can dream bigger than anyone. One day I am in fairyland and the next day I am fighting trolls under water.
6. I'll eat anything. I am not a picky eater.
7. I love shoes. My closet is full of shoes.
8. I love strawberries, and not just because they are sweet like me.
9. My favorite sport is basketball. Ally-oop in the hoop!
10. Last, but not least, I am lovable. I could sit in my Grandma's lap FOREVER!
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