Friday
Eragon by Christopher Paolini
Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: The book is about a a boy, Eragon who lives in Alagaisia, which is ruled by the cruel king Galbotorix. Before Galbotorix, the land was ruled by the Riders, a group of lawkeeping men and elves atop dragons. But Galbotorix betrayed the Riders and destroyed them. Only 3 dragon eggs remained. One egg was stolen by rebels, the Varden. Because of a misfortune, the egg was teleported to Carvahall, where Eragon lives. Eragon to the egg and thought that it might buy him some meat for the winter. When the dragon hatches, Eragon doesn't know what to do with it. He keeps it secret. But when the Empire's servants kill his adoptive father, Eragon makes a vow to kill the servants. In this book and the sequel, Eldest, you will be transported into a world full of magic. WIll Eragon kill Galbotorix? Will Eragon be killed? Will he join the rebels, the Varden? Find out in Eragon and Eldest.(The third book is coming soon! You can visit www.alagaesia.com to learn more.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I liked this book because it teleports you in an exciting world where everything is surprises.
By Chandar in grade 6
Book Summary: The book is about a a boy, Eragon who lives in Alagaisia, which is ruled by the cruel king Galbotorix. Before Galbotorix, the land was ruled by the Riders, a group of lawkeeping men and elves atop dragons. But Galbotorix betrayed the Riders and destroyed them. Only 3 dragon eggs remained. One egg was stolen by rebels, the Varden. Because of a misfortune, the egg was teleported to Carvahall, where Eragon lives. Eragon to the egg and thought that it might buy him some meat for the winter. When the dragon hatches, Eragon doesn't know what to do with it. He keeps it secret. But when the Empire's servants kill his adoptive father, Eragon makes a vow to kill the servants. In this book and the sequel, Eldest, you will be transported into a world full of magic. WIll Eragon kill Galbotorix? Will Eragon be killed? Will he join the rebels, the Varden? Find out in Eragon and Eldest.(The third book is coming soon! You can visit www.alagaesia.com to learn more.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I liked this book because it teleports you in an exciting world where everything is surprises.
By Chandar in grade 6
Labels: Eragon, fantasy, Paolini-Christopher
Thursday
Raven's Gate by Anthony Horowitz
Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: Raven's Gate is a book about a 14 year-old boy named Matt Freeman. In this book, Matt gets himself in trouble and has to go to a place called Lesser Malling. Matt does not like how he is treated and thinks the town is boring and ugly. While he is there, he discovers strange things happen to him and other people. Later, he discovers why he was sent to Lesser Malling.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I really enjoyed this boko because I was always wanting to read more and more. I really liked it because the events in the book were described well enough so that I could understand them. I also liked that the author wrote what Matt was thinking so that you could relate to him and understand what he thought. I also thought that it was spectacular how realistic the characters were. They actually had normal feelings. Lastly, I really liked where the setting was because it makes sense and is really interesting.
By Ryan in grade 6
Book Summary: Raven's Gate is a book about a 14 year-old boy named Matt Freeman. In this book, Matt gets himself in trouble and has to go to a place called Lesser Malling. Matt does not like how he is treated and thinks the town is boring and ugly. While he is there, he discovers strange things happen to him and other people. Later, he discovers why he was sent to Lesser Malling.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I really enjoyed this boko because I was always wanting to read more and more. I really liked it because the events in the book were described well enough so that I could understand them. I also liked that the author wrote what Matt was thinking so that you could relate to him and understand what he thought. I also thought that it was spectacular how realistic the characters were. They actually had normal feelings. Lastly, I really liked where the setting was because it makes sense and is really interesting.
By Ryan in grade 6
Labels: fantasy, Horowitz-Anthony, Raven's Gate
Raven's Gate by Anthony Horowitz
Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: Raven's Gate is a book about a 14 year-old boy named Matt Freeman. In this book, Matt gets himself in trouble and has to go to a place called Lesser Malling. Matt does not like how he is treated and thinks the town is boring and ugly. While he is there he discovers strange things are happening to him and other people. Later he discovers why he was sent to Lesser Malling.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I really enjoyed this book because I was always wanting to read more and more. I really liked it because the events in the book were described well enough so that I could understand it. I also like that the author wrote what Matt was thinking so that you could relate to him and understand what he thought. I also thought it was great that the characters were realistic and had normal feelings. Lastly, I really liked where the setting was because it makes sense and is really interesting.
By {first name only} in grade {__}
Book Summary: Raven's Gate is a book about a 14 year-old boy named Matt Freeman. In this book, Matt gets himself in trouble and has to go to a place called Lesser Malling. Matt does not like how he is treated and thinks the town is boring and ugly. While he is there he discovers strange things are happening to him and other people. Later he discovers why he was sent to Lesser Malling.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I really enjoyed this book because I was always wanting to read more and more. I really liked it because the events in the book were described well enough so that I could understand it. I also like that the author wrote what Matt was thinking so that you could relate to him and understand what he thought. I also thought it was great that the characters were realistic and had normal feelings. Lastly, I really liked where the setting was because it makes sense and is really interesting.
By {first name only} in grade {__}
Labels: fantasy, Horowitz-Anthony, Raven's Gate
The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: The Outsiders is a book that is about a boy named Ponyboy Curtis and his friends. One day Johnny and Ponyboy are walking in the park around 2am and a bunch of Socs come and try to drown Ponyboy. Johnny took out a switchblade and killed one of them. Then Johnny and Ponyboy run away to a different town. From there they try to stay hidden from the people in the town.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I would recommend this book to many kids around my age because I thought the book was exciting and well-written. I think it was exciting because of all the events that happened in the book to make it so good. I thought it was well-written because it described all the events and everything that happened so you could make a mental picture of what it looked like. The characters in the book were great because they were actually realistic instead of characters that can do really strange things.
By Ryan in grade 6
Book Summary: The Outsiders is a book that is about a boy named Ponyboy Curtis and his friends. One day Johnny and Ponyboy are walking in the park around 2am and a bunch of Socs come and try to drown Ponyboy. Johnny took out a switchblade and killed one of them. Then Johnny and Ponyboy run away to a different town. From there they try to stay hidden from the people in the town.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I would recommend this book to many kids around my age because I thought the book was exciting and well-written. I think it was exciting because of all the events that happened in the book to make it so good. I thought it was well-written because it described all the events and everything that happened so you could make a mental picture of what it looked like. The characters in the book were great because they were actually realistic instead of characters that can do really strange things.
By Ryan in grade 6
Labels: Hinton-S.E., realistic fiction, The Outsiders
The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle by Avi
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a girl named Charlotte Doyle who has to sail on a boat without anyone else except the crew and captain. During the trip she uncovers many secrets about the crew and the captain.
Rank (0-5): 2.5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? No
My review of this book: This book I thought was pretty boring because not much happens during the book. I also thought the author should change the setting around in the middle because I thought that it was getting old. The only part I liked was when there was a hurricane because it caused a lot of commotion. I would not recommend this book.
By Ryan in grade 6
Book Summary: This book is about a girl named Charlotte Doyle who has to sail on a boat without anyone else except the crew and captain. During the trip she uncovers many secrets about the crew and the captain.
Rank (0-5): 2.5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? No
My review of this book: This book I thought was pretty boring because not much happens during the book. I also thought the author should change the setting around in the middle because I thought that it was getting old. The only part I liked was when there was a hurricane because it caused a lot of commotion. I would not recommend this book.
By Ryan in grade 6
Labels: Avi, realistic fiction, The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle
Dear Mr. Henshaw by Beverly Cleary
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a boy, Leigh, who writes to Mr. Henshaw, a famous author. He tells Leigh to keep a diary.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I liked how this book wasn't really a book, it was more of a diary. I also liked how it had letters in it. It was very emotional. This book was pretty good and I would read it again.
By Samantha in grade 7
Book Summary: This book is about a boy, Leigh, who writes to Mr. Henshaw, a famous author. He tells Leigh to keep a diary.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I liked how this book wasn't really a book, it was more of a diary. I also liked how it had letters in it. It was very emotional. This book was pretty good and I would read it again.
By Samantha in grade 7
Labels: Cleary-Beverly, Dear Mr. Henshaw, realistic fiction
The Cay by Theodore Taylor
Genre: Historical Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a boy named Philip. War comes to where he lives and he and his mother leave on a boat to safety. Sadly, the boat is destroyed by Germans. He ends up on an island with a man named Timothy and because of a head injury, Philip becomes blind. He learns to survive and become friends with Timothy. In the end, Timothy dies, Philip is rescued and brought home, Philip can see, and Philip learns to never judge people.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: The Cay is a great book. I would highly recommend it to teachers because it teaches a bit of history and there is a moral to the story. I like the description and how the author made me feel sad when Timothy died. Maybe it's just me, but I think the author could have taken a couple more compositional risks. All in all, The Cay is a great book.
By Lauren in grade 6
Book Summary: This book is about a boy named Philip. War comes to where he lives and he and his mother leave on a boat to safety. Sadly, the boat is destroyed by Germans. He ends up on an island with a man named Timothy and because of a head injury, Philip becomes blind. He learns to survive and become friends with Timothy. In the end, Timothy dies, Philip is rescued and brought home, Philip can see, and Philip learns to never judge people.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: The Cay is a great book. I would highly recommend it to teachers because it teaches a bit of history and there is a moral to the story. I like the description and how the author made me feel sad when Timothy died. Maybe it's just me, but I think the author could have taken a couple more compositional risks. All in all, The Cay is a great book.
By Lauren in grade 6
Labels: historical fiction, Taylor-Theodore, The Cay
The Faery Reel by Ellen Datlow and Terri Windling
Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: It is an anthology of "Tales from the Twilight Realm." All the stories are written by well-known and accomplished authors, and have some form of faeries in them. They are not typical "fairy" tales, but interesting and different stories about faeries in different cultures and settings.
Rank (0-5): 2.5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? No
My review of this book: I thought the book was okay, but I didn't like a few of the stories. There was only one that I really liked. I did think it was very informative and well put together. I just didn't think the story quality was 100%. The introduction was very, very informative. Overall, it was not my favorite. It was just "ok."
By Tamara in grade 9
Book Summary: It is an anthology of "Tales from the Twilight Realm." All the stories are written by well-known and accomplished authors, and have some form of faeries in them. They are not typical "fairy" tales, but interesting and different stories about faeries in different cultures and settings.
Rank (0-5): 2.5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? No
My review of this book: I thought the book was okay, but I didn't like a few of the stories. There was only one that I really liked. I did think it was very informative and well put together. I just didn't think the story quality was 100%. The introduction was very, very informative. Overall, it was not my favorite. It was just "ok."
By Tamara in grade 9
Labels: Datlow-Ellen and Windling-Terri, fantasy, The Faery Reel
Maniac Magee by Jerry Spinelli
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: Jeffery Magee is heartbroken and torn between his parents, so he runs away and sleeps with the zoo animals. With his friends and family moving through so much he settles down, now known as Maniac Magee.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Jeffery may be disappointed, but I disagree with his running away. I don't believe that he found a family to take him in. His friend, Amanda was very nice to let him stay, but with racism present, it was awkward because Amanda was black and Maniac was white. Either way both sides knew him for his crazy running-thus his name. Maniac Magee was a very good book.
By Lizzy in grade 7
Book Summary: Jeffery Magee is heartbroken and torn between his parents, so he runs away and sleeps with the zoo animals. With his friends and family moving through so much he settles down, now known as Maniac Magee.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Jeffery may be disappointed, but I disagree with his running away. I don't believe that he found a family to take him in. His friend, Amanda was very nice to let him stay, but with racism present, it was awkward because Amanda was black and Maniac was white. Either way both sides knew him for his crazy running-thus his name. Maniac Magee was a very good book.
By Lizzy in grade 7
Labels: Maniac Magee, realistic fiction, Spinelli-Jerry
Wednesday
Christmas at Long Pond by William T. George
Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: This book is about a boy and his father going out the day before Christmas to get a tree and during this trip they see deer and fox prints.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: In the beginning it shows a snowshoe hare getting attacked by a great horned owl. After that it tells about a family of deer in the snow. Next about a woodpecker getting carpenter ants. Then it shows the boy and his father looking at it. Soon they get a tree, then bring it back.
By Jonathan in grade 6
Book Summary: This book is about a boy and his father going out the day before Christmas to get a tree and during this trip they see deer and fox prints.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: In the beginning it shows a snowshoe hare getting attacked by a great horned owl. After that it tells about a family of deer in the snow. Next about a woodpecker getting carpenter ants. Then it shows the boy and his father looking at it. Soon they get a tree, then bring it back.
By Jonathan in grade 6
Labels: Christmas at Long Pond, fantasy, George-William
Ruby Holler by Sharon Creech
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: Dallas and Florida are the "trouble twins" and they are orphans that ususally don't get adopted. That is, until Tiller and Sairy come. They adopt the trouble twins and love them like thier own.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Dallas and Florida really were trouble twins. They acted so badly for a reason though; they never wanted to live in an orphanage. I agree with thier not wanting to be there, but it is true that they were handfuls. Tiller and Sairy lived on a farm, so they had tons of room. The book was very good and I would definetely read it again.
By Lizzy in grade 7
Book Summary: Dallas and Florida are the "trouble twins" and they are orphans that ususally don't get adopted. That is, until Tiller and Sairy come. They adopt the trouble twins and love them like thier own.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Dallas and Florida really were trouble twins. They acted so badly for a reason though; they never wanted to live in an orphanage. I agree with thier not wanting to be there, but it is true that they were handfuls. Tiller and Sairy lived on a farm, so they had tons of room. The book was very good and I would definetely read it again.
By Lizzy in grade 7
Labels: Creech-Sharon, realistic fiction, Ruby Holler
Emily Windsnap and the Monster from the Deep by Liz Kessler
Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: This is an adventure that occurs when Emily Windsnap, her family, her best friend Shona and her family move to the Bermuda Triangle. Emily and Shona awken the fearsome Kraken and face a bully from her past at Brightport Junior High
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: It was a little bit hard to read because there were two stories going on, but it still was an amazing sequel to the "Tail of Emily Windsnap." Liz Kessler is still a very descriptive writer and I cannot wait to read the third book!
By Morgan in grade 6
Book Summary: This is an adventure that occurs when Emily Windsnap, her family, her best friend Shona and her family move to the Bermuda Triangle. Emily and Shona awken the fearsome Kraken and face a bully from her past at Brightport Junior High
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: It was a little bit hard to read because there were two stories going on, but it still was an amazing sequel to the "Tail of Emily Windsnap." Liz Kessler is still a very descriptive writer and I cannot wait to read the third book!
By Morgan in grade 6
Labels: Emily Windsnap and the Monster from the Deep, fantasy, Kessler-Liz
The Secret of the Mask by Gertrude Chandler Warner
Genre: Mystery
Book Summary: This book is about 4 kids named Benny, Violet, Jessie, and Henry, who are having ayard sale. When they hear someone is moving out, they go to the house and find anold mask, which Violet thinks she read about, and when the mask gets stolen, theythink it could\'ve been very valuable.
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was very good! This book is a Boxcar Children book. These books are thebest mysteries that I have read. This one was suspenseful and full of action!! Thereare over 100 Boxcar children books and I hope to read them all!!
By Lauren in grade 7
Book Summary: This book is about 4 kids named Benny, Violet, Jessie, and Henry, who are having ayard sale. When they hear someone is moving out, they go to the house and find anold mask, which Violet thinks she read about, and when the mask gets stolen, theythink it could\'ve been very valuable.
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was very good! This book is a Boxcar Children book. These books are thebest mysteries that I have read. This one was suspenseful and full of action!! Thereare over 100 Boxcar children books and I hope to read them all!!
By Lauren in grade 7
Labels: mystery, Secret of the Mask, Warner- Gertrude Chandler
The Seattle Mystery by Gertrude Chandler Warner
Genre: Mystery
Book Summary: This book is about Benny, Violet, Jessie, and Henry, who are on vacation in Seattleand discover a riddle on the bottom of the table where they go to eat. As they findmore and more clues, they mysterious look-a-likes of people they know. What is goingon?
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was very very good!!! It is a Boxcar Children book. This book kept me onthe edge of my seat because there are a lot of riddles, each getting harder tosolve. This book was one of my favorite Boxcar Children books. I hope to read themall!
By Lauren in grade 7
Book Summary: This book is about Benny, Violet, Jessie, and Henry, who are on vacation in Seattleand discover a riddle on the bottom of the table where they go to eat. As they findmore and more clues, they mysterious look-a-likes of people they know. What is goingon?
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was very very good!!! It is a Boxcar Children book. This book kept me onthe edge of my seat because there are a lot of riddles, each getting harder tosolve. This book was one of my favorite Boxcar Children books. I hope to read themall!
By Lauren in grade 7
Labels: mystery, Seattle Mystery, Warner- Gertrude Chandler
The Ice Cream Mystery by Gertrude Chandler Warner
Genre: Mystery
Book Summary: This book is about 4 kids named Benny, Violet, Jessie, and Henry who are giving ahand at the Ice Cream Barn and learning about flavors of ice cream and how to makeit, but someone is trying to run the Ice Cream Barn out of business!
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was good! It is a Boxcar Children book and was a great mystery that keptme reading all day long! It was great and full of suspense and action, two goodqualities of a mystery! It has 119 pages and was a great read!
By Lauren in grade 7
Book Summary: This book is about 4 kids named Benny, Violet, Jessie, and Henry who are giving ahand at the Ice Cream Barn and learning about flavors of ice cream and how to makeit, but someone is trying to run the Ice Cream Barn out of business!
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book was good! It is a Boxcar Children book and was a great mystery that keptme reading all day long! It was great and full of suspense and action, two goodqualities of a mystery! It has 119 pages and was a great read!
By Lauren in grade 7
Labels: Ice Cream Mystery, mystery, Warner- Gertrude Chandler
Car Trouble by Jeanne DuPrau
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about a boy who is driving to California for a new job and his carbreaks down and he has to find another way to California. On his way he alsorecieves an email saying that the company has closed but decides to continue on to California and look for another job.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I thought that the book was really funny. It was very hard to put down. The storykept you entertained. Each event that was written about seemed to end in the middleof a chapter and then the next event would start.
By Danny in grade 6
Book Summary: This book is about a boy who is driving to California for a new job and his carbreaks down and he has to find another way to California. On his way he alsorecieves an email saying that the company has closed but decides to continue on to California and look for another job.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I thought that the book was really funny. It was very hard to put down. The storykept you entertained. Each event that was written about seemed to end in the middleof a chapter and then the next event would start.
By Danny in grade 6
Labels: Car Trouble, DuPrau-Jeanne, realistic fiction
PADI Open Water Diver Manual, edited by Drew Richardson
Genre: Non-Fiction
Book Summary: This book was about learning to SCUBA dive and how much fun you can have. It taught me what I need to do and know to be a safe SCUBA diver.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This was a very interesting book. It taught me a lot about what I need to do to bea SCUBA diver. It showed me what I need to be aware of when I am SCUBA diving. Ittaught me how to use the dive tables, computers, and gauges that I need tounderstand so that I can dive safely. This is a mandatory read as part of an OpenWater SCUBA diving class.
By Danny in grade 6
Book Summary: This book was about learning to SCUBA dive and how much fun you can have. It taught me what I need to do and know to be a safe SCUBA diver.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This was a very interesting book. It taught me a lot about what I need to do to bea SCUBA diver. It showed me what I need to be aware of when I am SCUBA diving. Ittaught me how to use the dive tables, computers, and gauges that I need tounderstand so that I can dive safely. This is a mandatory read as part of an OpenWater SCUBA diving class.
By Danny in grade 6
Labels: non-fiction, PADI Open Water Diver Manual
Hatchet by Gary Paulsen
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: This book is about Brian whose parents were divorsed. He lives in NY with his momand he is flying to Canada to see his dad that works on an oil rig. There is onlythe pilot and Brian on the plane when the pilot has a heart attack and the planegoes down in the Canadian wilderness and all Brian is able to grab is his windbreaker and the hatchet that his mother gave to him.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: The book was interesting and teaches you about survival and how one boy can survivewith just a windbreaker and a hatchet. It also shows you how you could find you wayin the wilderness without using a compass. I wouldn\'t want to be in his position.
By Danny in grade 6
Book Summary: This book is about Brian whose parents were divorsed. He lives in NY with his momand he is flying to Canada to see his dad that works on an oil rig. There is onlythe pilot and Brian on the plane when the pilot has a heart attack and the planegoes down in the Canadian wilderness and all Brian is able to grab is his windbreaker and the hatchet that his mother gave to him.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: The book was interesting and teaches you about survival and how one boy can survivewith just a windbreaker and a hatchet. It also shows you how you could find you wayin the wilderness without using a compass. I wouldn\'t want to be in his position.
By Danny in grade 6
Labels: Hatchet, Paulsen-Gary, realistic fiction
Friday
TTFN by Lauren Myracle
Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: Angela, Zoe, and Maddie are three tight friends until Angela finds out she's moving half way across the country. Maddie is always disappointed, but Zoe has fallen for Doug, Angela's old boyfriend. They realize that the 3 friends are meant to stay together.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Zoe, Maddie, and Angela were great friends, and have been like that since. When Angela moved they al lfelt terrible and their friendship started to fall apart. Angela was able to come back to her friends and her home, but they had to work around the rules. I loved how the three never let anything come in the way of their friendship because they are supposed to be BFFs.
By Lizzy in grade 7
Book Summary: Angela, Zoe, and Maddie are three tight friends until Angela finds out she's moving half way across the country. Maddie is always disappointed, but Zoe has fallen for Doug, Angela's old boyfriend. They realize that the 3 friends are meant to stay together.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Zoe, Maddie, and Angela were great friends, and have been like that since. When Angela moved they al lfelt terrible and their friendship started to fall apart. Angela was able to come back to her friends and her home, but they had to work around the rules. I loved how the three never let anything come in the way of their friendship because they are supposed to be BFFs.
By Lizzy in grade 7
Labels: Myracle-Lauren, realistic fiction, TTFN
Eleven by Lauren Myracle
Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: Winnie has always been friends with Amanda until Gail moves to town. Amanda and Winnie start to grow apart, and to Winnie, it isn't as bad as she thinks. Winnie becomes friends with Dinah, the class geek.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Winnie thought losing her best friend would be terrible, but Dinah was a much better friend. Winnie learned her lesson not to judge a book by its cover because Dinah looked like a geek. Amanda and Gail make fun of Dinah and Winnie, and Winnie sees. She could never be friends with someone so mean. In the end Winnie realizes that the way the story happened was meant to be.
By Lizzy in grade 7
Book Summary: Winnie has always been friends with Amanda until Gail moves to town. Amanda and Winnie start to grow apart, and to Winnie, it isn't as bad as she thinks. Winnie becomes friends with Dinah, the class geek.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Winnie thought losing her best friend would be terrible, but Dinah was a much better friend. Winnie learned her lesson not to judge a book by its cover because Dinah looked like a geek. Amanda and Gail make fun of Dinah and Winnie, and Winnie sees. She could never be friends with someone so mean. In the end Winnie realizes that the way the story happened was meant to be.
By Lizzy in grade 7
Labels: Eleven, Myracle-Lauren, realistic fiction
Best of Friends for Never by Lisi Harrison
Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: Massie tries to keep her place at the top by throwing OCDS and and Briarwood's first boy/girl Halloween party. The only problem is that she has to do it with Claire. Massie hates Claire in the beginning, but is her friend at the end.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Claire was always Massie's super reject, but eventually gains her trust- and her friendship. Claire earned it, but Alicia thinks that Claire is trying to replace her. I like that Claire is honest, innocent, and sweet; but Alicia was rude to try to break up Massie and Claire's friendship. Claire never wanted to mess up any friendship, and they all realize that friendships are important. That is except for Alicia.
By Lizzy in grade 7
Book Summary: Massie tries to keep her place at the top by throwing OCDS and and Briarwood's first boy/girl Halloween party. The only problem is that she has to do it with Claire. Massie hates Claire in the beginning, but is her friend at the end.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Claire was always Massie's super reject, but eventually gains her trust- and her friendship. Claire earned it, but Alicia thinks that Claire is trying to replace her. I like that Claire is honest, innocent, and sweet; but Alicia was rude to try to break up Massie and Claire's friendship. Claire never wanted to mess up any friendship, and they all realize that friendships are important. That is except for Alicia.
By Lizzy in grade 7
Labels: Best Friends of Never, Harrison-Lisi, realistic fiction
Revenge of the Wannabes by Lisi Harrison
Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: Alicia and Olivia try to make their own clique, but realize that Massie is a great friend and their friendship is important. Claire ends up taking Alicia's place, but in the end they accept Claire and Alicia.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I loved how this book Revenge of the Wannabes shows how sometimes friends do get into fights. The lesson was that you'll end up losing and making friends, but fighting never solves anything. Alicia realizes this so she goes back to Massie, Kristin and Dylan. Friends may fight, but they are still your friends.
By Lizzy in grade 7
Book Summary: Alicia and Olivia try to make their own clique, but realize that Massie is a great friend and their friendship is important. Claire ends up taking Alicia's place, but in the end they accept Claire and Alicia.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I loved how this book Revenge of the Wannabes shows how sometimes friends do get into fights. The lesson was that you'll end up losing and making friends, but fighting never solves anything. Alicia realizes this so she goes back to Massie, Kristin and Dylan. Friends may fight, but they are still your friends.
By Lizzy in grade 7
Labels: Harrison-Lisi, realistic fiction, Revenge of the Wannabes
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by JK Rowling
Genre: fantasy
Book Summary: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows is about Harry's final battle against Voldemort. Harry hunts down horcruxes with Ron and Hermoine while trying to elude and hide from the death eaters.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This was the best Harry Potter book! It was full of twists and surprises. I was hooked throughout the entire story. The 7th book was very interesting with many conflicts and seeing how everything turns out. You have to read this book to find out what happens! I liked the end. It was amazing!
By Kevin in grade 7
Book Summary: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows is about Harry's final battle against Voldemort. Harry hunts down horcruxes with Ron and Hermoine while trying to elude and hide from the death eaters.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This was the best Harry Potter book! It was full of twists and surprises. I was hooked throughout the entire story. The 7th book was very interesting with many conflicts and seeing how everything turns out. You have to read this book to find out what happens! I liked the end. It was amazing!
By Kevin in grade 7
Labels: fantasy, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Rowling-JK
Absolutely Normal Chaos by Sharon Creech
Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: The book Absolutely Normal Chaos by Sharon Creech is about a girl named Mary Lou Finney and how she has to keep a journal over the summer. At first it is boring, then it turns into the wildest summer ever when her cousin Carl comes.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I thought that Absolutely Normal Chaos by Sharon Creech was a very good book. Some parts were sad, others were happy. This book had lots of twists and turns, like one minute it was a boring summer, the next minute the summer was the wildest roller coaster ride of Mary Lou's life.
By Ava in grade 6
Book Summary: The book Absolutely Normal Chaos by Sharon Creech is about a girl named Mary Lou Finney and how she has to keep a journal over the summer. At first it is boring, then it turns into the wildest summer ever when her cousin Carl comes.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I thought that Absolutely Normal Chaos by Sharon Creech was a very good book. Some parts were sad, others were happy. This book had lots of twists and turns, like one minute it was a boring summer, the next minute the summer was the wildest roller coaster ride of Mary Lou's life.
By Ava in grade 6
Labels: Absolutely Normal Chaos, Creech-Sharon, realistic fiction
Cut by Patricia McCormick
Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: Callie is a cutter. At Sick Minds she's in rehab, but after she escapes will she return?
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: A good first book. I can't even imagine the research invovled with writing this book. It's pretty good though.
By Jessica in grade 9
Book Summary: Callie is a cutter. At Sick Minds she's in rehab, but after she escapes will she return?
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: A good first book. I can't even imagine the research invovled with writing this book. It's pretty good though.
By Jessica in grade 9
Labels: Cut, McCormick-Patricia, realistic fiction
Trudy by Jessica Lee Anderson
Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: Trudy's parents are older, as in her mom was 53 when she had her, and her dad was 62. Now her family is falling apart.
Rank (0-5): 3
Would you recommend this book to a friend? No
My review of this book: This book was just ok. There is alot of love in this book, and with it is hope and dreams. But it just didn't spark my interest until the end.
By Jessica in grade 9
Book Summary: Trudy's parents are older, as in her mom was 53 when she had her, and her dad was 62. Now her family is falling apart.
Rank (0-5): 3
Would you recommend this book to a friend? No
My review of this book: This book was just ok. There is alot of love in this book, and with it is hope and dreams. But it just didn't spark my interest until the end.
By Jessica in grade 9
Labels: Anderson-Jessica, realistic fiction, Trudy
Witch Child by Celia Rees
Genre: Historical Fiction
Book Summary: Mary is a witch at the time of the Salem Witch Trials. She thought she was escaping prejudice in England, but it follows her across the sea.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: An amazing book. I got a complete rush at some of the parts. It's so cruel what people used to do and what the still do.
By Jessica in grade 9
Book Summary: Mary is a witch at the time of the Salem Witch Trials. She thought she was escaping prejudice in England, but it follows her across the sea.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: An amazing book. I got a complete rush at some of the parts. It's so cruel what people used to do and what the still do.
By Jessica in grade 9
Labels: historical fiction, Rees-Celia, Witch Child
Rain is Not My Indian Name by Cynthia Leitich Smith
Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: After her best friend dies Cassidy needs to move on to become a part of the world again.
Rank (0-5): 2
Would you recommend this book to a friend? No
My review of this book: This book was boring in my opinion. The action was okay at the end, but overall the book was not of any interest to me.
By Jessica in grade 9
Book Summary: After her best friend dies Cassidy needs to move on to become a part of the world again.
Rank (0-5): 2
Would you recommend this book to a friend? No
My review of this book: This book was boring in my opinion. The action was okay at the end, but overall the book was not of any interest to me.
By Jessica in grade 9
Labels: Plain is Not My Indian Name, realistic fiction, Smith-Cynthia
Where the Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein
Genre: Poetry
Book Summary: This is about all these different people and things experienced.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Everyone should read this book. Most of them are really funny and can make anyone laugh. In the past I had only heard some of these poems and his pictures are awesome.
By Jessica in grade 9
Book Summary: This is about all these different people and things experienced.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Everyone should read this book. Most of them are really funny and can make anyone laugh. In the past I had only heard some of these poems and his pictures are awesome.
By Jessica in grade 9
Labels: poetry, Silverstein-Shel, Where the Sidewalk Ends
Candy by Kevin Brooks
Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: Joe meets Candy. Candy changes his life: drugs, sex, violence, desperation, and the dark truth about herself. It all starts when Joe meets her pimp.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Amazing, in this story I am Joe. All of his struggles are true. Nothing can really not happen. I picked up this book and couldn't put it down though.
By Jessica in grade 9
Book Summary: Joe meets Candy. Candy changes his life: drugs, sex, violence, desperation, and the dark truth about herself. It all starts when Joe meets her pimp.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Amazing, in this story I am Joe. All of his struggles are true. Nothing can really not happen. I picked up this book and couldn't put it down though.
By Jessica in grade 9
Labels: Brooks-Kevin, Candy, realistic fiction
The Hardy Boys and the Mummy's Curse by Franklin W. Dixon
Genre: mystery
Book Summary: One minute Frank and Joe are being begged to take a free video game with their name on it. It's their next mission. When Frank and Joe are assigned to protect someone, three people are found dead, and three more are found guilty.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I have read all the Hardy Boys and I think this one is the best. I think this because this one uses real places and people. The other reason is it is the most intense. I loved the book.
By Nick in grade 6
Book Summary: One minute Frank and Joe are being begged to take a free video game with their name on it. It's their next mission. When Frank and Joe are assigned to protect someone, three people are found dead, and three more are found guilty.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I have read all the Hardy Boys and I think this one is the best. I think this because this one uses real places and people. The other reason is it is the most intense. I loved the book.
By Nick in grade 6
Labels: Dixon-Franklin, mystery, The Hardy Boys and the Mummy's Curse
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl
Genre: fantasy
Book Summary: It's about a poor family who's son finds the golden ticket. He goes to the chocolate factory where they see oompaloompas, candy trees, and much more.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: It was a good book you could almost taste the chocolate in your mouth. But does Charlie make it through the whole factory tour? Find out!
By Abby in grade 6
Book Summary: It's about a poor family who's son finds the golden ticket. He goes to the chocolate factory where they see oompaloompas, candy trees, and much more.
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: It was a good book you could almost taste the chocolate in your mouth. But does Charlie make it through the whole factory tour? Find out!
By Abby in grade 6
Labels: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Dahl-Roald, fantasy
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by JK Rowling
Genre: fantasy
Book Summary: This book is about Harry's first knowing that he is a wizard. When he goes to Hogwarts the school, he makes friends. But Harry has a mission to find the sorcerer's stone and keep it away from Voldemort.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I thought this book was excellent. The end to me was the best part because Harry looked into the mirror which shows what you want most. Did Harry find the stone? Find out when you read the book.
By Abby in grade 6
Book Summary: This book is about Harry's first knowing that he is a wizard. When he goes to Hogwarts the school, he makes friends. But Harry has a mission to find the sorcerer's stone and keep it away from Voldemort.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I thought this book was excellent. The end to me was the best part because Harry looked into the mirror which shows what you want most. Did Harry find the stone? Find out when you read the book.
By Abby in grade 6
Labels: fantasy, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, Rowling-JK
Amazing Days of Abby Hayes 7 by Anne Mazer
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: It's time for the science fair, but Abby gets partnered with this boy who she can't agree about anything with. Can Abby get a good grade or will she get a zero?
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I love reading books from this series because I like how parts of the book are from Abby's journal and other parts are third person. Also, I like how the author makes it like Abby is actually talking to us.
By Jackie in grade 6
Book Summary: It's time for the science fair, but Abby gets partnered with this boy who she can't agree about anything with. Can Abby get a good grade or will she get a zero?
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: I love reading books from this series because I like how parts of the book are from Abby's journal and other parts are third person. Also, I like how the author makes it like Abby is actually talking to us.
By Jackie in grade 6
Labels: Amazing Days of Abby Hayes 7, Mazer-Anne, realistic fiction
Thursday
The Goose Girl by Shannon Hale
Genre: fantasy
Book Summary: This is about a princess who can communicate with animals. She is sent to Bayern to wed her future prince. Most betray here abd she hides in the city. Her servant is the phony princess.
Rank (0-5): 3
Would you recommend this book to a friend? No
My review of this book: Ani is born as a crown princess. Her aunt teaches her how to speak to animals. Her mother finds out and sends her aunt away. When Ani turns 15 her mother sends her to Bayern to wed their prince. Ani has to travel three months in the forest. Most of her guards turn against her. She meets Gilsa and Finn who take her in and take her to the city. Ani works as the local goose girl for many months and falls in love with the prince. They kill her horse and Selin lies that Kildreehee is going to attack Bayern, but the king finds out the truth in the end. Ani and Geric live happily ever after
By Tara in grade 9
Book Summary: This is about a princess who can communicate with animals. She is sent to Bayern to wed her future prince. Most betray here abd she hides in the city. Her servant is the phony princess.
Rank (0-5): 3
Would you recommend this book to a friend? No
My review of this book: Ani is born as a crown princess. Her aunt teaches her how to speak to animals. Her mother finds out and sends her aunt away. When Ani turns 15 her mother sends her to Bayern to wed their prince. Ani has to travel three months in the forest. Most of her guards turn against her. She meets Gilsa and Finn who take her in and take her to the city. Ani works as the local goose girl for many months and falls in love with the prince. They kill her horse and Selin lies that Kildreehee is going to attack Bayern, but the king finds out the truth in the end. Ani and Geric live happily ever after
By Tara in grade 9
Labels: fantasy, Hale-Shannon, The Goose Girl
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Genre: fantasy
Book Summary: Harry is entering his fifth year. It starts off pretty normal. Harry has a love interest in Cho, but there is a new teacher who thinks she ca n do anything she desires. Also, Hagrid is missing in the beginning, and Ron makes the Griffyndor Quidditch Team.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Harry is in his fifth year. He starts to like Cho more, but that doesn't work out for him. Eventually Umbridge takes over the school. When this happens Fred and George set off fireworks and create a swamp. ALso, Harry is getting deeper in Voldemort's head and seeing the present. Ron is horrible at Quidditch, but gets better at his last game. Hagrid went on a secret mission for Dumbledore and brought back his half-brother. Harry, George, and Fred are banned from Quidditch forever. Griffyndor wins the cup. Harry falls for Voldemort's trick and goes to the Department of Mysteries where Sirius dies. Also this year Harry does his O.W.L.S.
By Tara in grade 9
Book Summary: Harry is entering his fifth year. It starts off pretty normal. Harry has a love interest in Cho, but there is a new teacher who thinks she ca n do anything she desires. Also, Hagrid is missing in the beginning, and Ron makes the Griffyndor Quidditch Team.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Harry is in his fifth year. He starts to like Cho more, but that doesn't work out for him. Eventually Umbridge takes over the school. When this happens Fred and George set off fireworks and create a swamp. ALso, Harry is getting deeper in Voldemort's head and seeing the present. Ron is horrible at Quidditch, but gets better at his last game. Hagrid went on a secret mission for Dumbledore and brought back his half-brother. Harry, George, and Fred are banned from Quidditch forever. Griffyndor wins the cup. Harry falls for Voldemort's trick and goes to the Department of Mysteries where Sirius dies. Also this year Harry does his O.W.L.S.
By Tara in grade 9
Labels: fantasy, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Rowling-JK
Uglies by Scott Westerfield
Genre: science fiction
Book Summary: This is a world where being normal is ugly, and when you turn 16 you get an operation to become pretty. Tally wants to be pretty, but soon after her best friend Peris becomes pretty Tally meets a girl named Shay who's not so sure if she wants to be pretty.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Tally starts off by sneaking into New Prettytown to see Peris. She sneaks into a party, pulls the fire alarm, and bungee jumps off the top. That night she meets Shay who teaches her new tricks and how to hooverboard. Shay runs away to the smoke and special Crimancances says Tally can't turn pretty unless she finds Shay. So, Tally goes to the Smoke as a spy and falls for David. She destroys her tracker and the specials come immediately. David and Tally go to rescue everyone.
By Tara in grade 9
Book Summary: This is a world where being normal is ugly, and when you turn 16 you get an operation to become pretty. Tally wants to be pretty, but soon after her best friend Peris becomes pretty Tally meets a girl named Shay who's not so sure if she wants to be pretty.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: Tally starts off by sneaking into New Prettytown to see Peris. She sneaks into a party, pulls the fire alarm, and bungee jumps off the top. That night she meets Shay who teaches her new tricks and how to hooverboard. Shay runs away to the smoke and special Crimancances says Tally can't turn pretty unless she finds Shay. So, Tally goes to the Smoke as a spy and falls for David. She destroys her tracker and the specials come immediately. David and Tally go to rescue everyone.
By Tara in grade 9
Labels: Science Fiction, Uglies, Westerfield-Scott
Chicken Soup for the Girls Soul by Jack Canfield
Genre: non-fiction
Book Summary: This book tells stories about real life situations. It helps you understand some of the problems you are going through if you are a girl in the preteen years.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book is a must read for all girls. It helps you understand many things about being a girl. Some of the stories in this book may be funny, but some are also sad. You will soon realize that you may have faced many of the problems in this book or these stories may help you in the future. Since I loved this book so much I'm going to submit a story in the next one.
By Elizabeth in grade 8
Book Summary: This book tells stories about real life situations. It helps you understand some of the problems you are going through if you are a girl in the preteen years.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book is a must read for all girls. It helps you understand many things about being a girl. Some of the stories in this book may be funny, but some are also sad. You will soon realize that you may have faced many of the problems in this book or these stories may help you in the future. Since I loved this book so much I'm going to submit a story in the next one.
By Elizabeth in grade 8
Labels: Canfield-Jack, Chicken Soup for the Girls Soul, non-fiction
Rebel Angels by Libba Bray
Genre: historical fiction, horror
Book Summary: Gemma has to bind the magic to the temple. This task seems easy, but there are a few problems like an evil spirit who wants the magic for herself. Gemma must remember to trust no one inside and outside of the realms.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book is the perfect sequel to A Great and Terrible Beauty. It is amazing how Libba Bray gives so many clues in the book that are not portrayed until the end, but make perfect sense. This is a great read, and all should read.
By Elizabeth in grade 8
Book Summary: Gemma has to bind the magic to the temple. This task seems easy, but there are a few problems like an evil spirit who wants the magic for herself. Gemma must remember to trust no one inside and outside of the realms.
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book is the perfect sequel to A Great and Terrible Beauty. It is amazing how Libba Bray gives so many clues in the book that are not portrayed until the end, but make perfect sense. This is a great read, and all should read.
By Elizabeth in grade 8
Labels: Bray-Libba, historical fiction, horror, Rebel Angels
Wednesday
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood prince by J.K. Rowling
Genre: fantasy
Book Summary: Harry Potter comes back for his 6th year at Hogwarts. He learns how to apparate andget advice from a potions book. He doesn't need to put up with horrible potions classes anymore. The war goes on with voldemort and a new minister is appointed. So much goes on in the fantastic world of harry potter!
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book is really interesting. Every page is non stop excitment. As Harry getsolder the books get better. this book is so great you'll never want to put it down.I would recomend it to anyone who loves fantasy and suspense. Theres are moments of sorrow, joy, and suspense. You'll love it!
By Elizabeth in grade 6
Book Summary: Harry Potter comes back for his 6th year at Hogwarts. He learns how to apparate andget advice from a potions book. He doesn't need to put up with horrible potions classes anymore. The war goes on with voldemort and a new minister is appointed. So much goes on in the fantastic world of harry potter!
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book is really interesting. Every page is non stop excitment. As Harry getsolder the books get better. this book is so great you'll never want to put it down.I would recomend it to anyone who loves fantasy and suspense. Theres are moments of sorrow, joy, and suspense. You'll love it!
By Elizabeth in grade 6
Labels: fantasy, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Rowling-JK
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J.K. Rowling
Genre: Fantasy
Book Summary: Harry Potter does not ruturn to hogwarts this time but brings Ron and Hermione withhim to continue looking for horcruxes. I dont want to spoil the suprise so i wonttell you anything else!
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book is by far the best book in the Harry Potter series! And it is my favoritebook...EVER!!!Just be prepared there is alot of suspense and happy parts but there are also alotof unhappy and sorrowful parts too. More charcters will leave us than in any otherbook! There is one question to sumarize this book: Will Harry Survive?????
By Elizabeth in grade 6
Book Summary: Harry Potter does not ruturn to hogwarts this time but brings Ron and Hermione withhim to continue looking for horcruxes. I dont want to spoil the suprise so i wonttell you anything else!
Rank (0-5): 5
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book is by far the best book in the Harry Potter series! And it is my favoritebook...EVER!!!Just be prepared there is alot of suspense and happy parts but there are also alotof unhappy and sorrowful parts too. More charcters will leave us than in any otherbook! There is one question to sumarize this book: Will Harry Survive?????
By Elizabeth in grade 6
Labels: fantasy, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Rowling-JK
Forever in Blue by Ann Brashares
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Book Summary: The Sisterhood is back again, but things are different. THe bonds between the pants are not as strong, but will the 4 girls still have a strong friendship?
Rank (0-5): 3
Would you recommend this book to a friend? No
My review of this book: Forever in Blue was a good read, but wasn't extremely interesting. It is directed at an older audience because of some events in the book. Ann Brashares's first book was definitely the best.
By Elizabeth in grade 8
Book Summary: The Sisterhood is back again, but things are different. THe bonds between the pants are not as strong, but will the 4 girls still have a strong friendship?
Rank (0-5): 3
Would you recommend this book to a friend? No
My review of this book: Forever in Blue was a good read, but wasn't extremely interesting. It is directed at an older audience because of some events in the book. Ann Brashares's first book was definitely the best.
By Elizabeth in grade 8
Labels: Brashares-Ann, Forever in Blue, realistic fiction
Dairy Queen by Catherine Gilbert Murdock
Genre: realistic fiction
Book Summary: Throughout the summer DJ has to train a football player from her school's worst enemy in football, Hawley. Will DJ end up playing football herself, and what about Brian? Does he realize she exists?
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book makes you laugh out loud because DJ does so many funny things. It shows how people can change if they find someone close to talk to and how to trust each other. PJ's family may not be perfect, but that's what makes her life so funny and great.
By Elizabeth in grade 8
Book Summary: Throughout the summer DJ has to train a football player from her school's worst enemy in football, Hawley. Will DJ end up playing football herself, and what about Brian? Does he realize she exists?
Rank (0-5): 4
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Yes
My review of this book: This book makes you laugh out loud because DJ does so many funny things. It shows how people can change if they find someone close to talk to and how to trust each other. PJ's family may not be perfect, but that's what makes her life so funny and great.
By Elizabeth in grade 8
Labels: Dairy Queen, Murdock-Catherine, realistic fiction