Library Club
Here are some recent reviews by Library Club Members:
Stone Fox by John Reynolds Gardiner
Reviewed by Alivia Karren
This book is about a boy on a farm whose grandfather falls sick. The boy tries to win a National Dogsled race against a man who has never lost a race. It is very enjoyable. I recommend it to kids ages 10 and up.
A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket
Reviewed by Alivia Karren
These books are about three very unlucky children who’s parents have died. The series keeps you wondering even once the last book is over!
Because of Winn Dixie by Kate DiCamillo
Reviewed by Alivia Karren
This book is about a girl who finds a dog in a grocery store. It is a really good story!
The Hop by Sharelle Byars Moranville
Reviewed by Amy Ruan
This book is about Tad who is a toad and Taylor who is a girl. Tad’s home, Toadville-by-Tumbledown, is in danger of being destroyed. The only way to save it is if a hopper kisses a girl. The girl must be the Queen of the Hop. Taylor is mad to know that her grandmother’s garden would be gone. Soon Tad meets Taylor. Then Taylor becomes the Queen of the Hop! The queen kisses the toad first and Tad turns into a boy, but will he have time to kiss her and save Toadville-by-Tumbledown?
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At the last Library Club meeting in March, members discussed some of their favorite recent reads:
Here’s what our Library Club (members) are reading:
“Toys Go Out” by Emily Jenkins (Helen)
“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” by J.K. Rowling (Celeste)
“City of Ember” by Jeanne DuPrau (Celeste)
“Ragweed” and “Poppy” by Avi (Alivia)
Any of the Fudge Books by Judy Blume (Elisabeth)
Gordon Korman books (Hunter)
“Freedom’s Fire” by J.P. Trent (Kristina)
Check out some recent reviews by Library Club members…
The Penderwicks at Point Mouette by Jeanne Birdsall
Reviewed by Alexis Taranto
The third and best Penderwick book brings back the beloved characters of modern times. Though pronouncing the title is a mystery, this is a great book for all ages. Jeanne Birdsall, author, says she has been to Point Mouette in Maine and loved it. The following beautifully made characters include Rosalind, 13, protective and silly. Skye negative and not usually protective, but is in this book, 12 years old. Jeffrey, an emotional, loving friend (also 12). Jane, another author, bursting with ideas (11). And finally… Batty! A friendly, cute and huggable 5 years. I highly recommend reading books 1 and 2, The Penderwicks and The Penderwicks on Gardam Street before reading The Penderwicks at Point Mouette. It would make more sense and be more interesting. I love this book because of its humor, action and adventure. While the family splits up for the summer, it’s hard for everybody, especially Batty. Hound, the Penderwicks dog, makes a surprising new friend. It’s the neighbor’s dog, Hooever. Alec, Hoover’s owner, is nice and friendly, and has a piano for Jeffrey. While everyone’s having fun in Maine, including Aunt Claire, Mr. Penderwick and Ben travel to England. Rosalind is off with a friend in New Jersey, leaving Skye, OAP (Oldest Available Penderwick). While she’s gone, quite a few things happen.
Song of the Wanderer by Bruce Coville
Reviewed by Amy Ruan
This book is about Cara, but she is not alone. There are lots of characters. There are unicorns: Moonheart, Lightfoot, Belle, Finder and the queen, Arabella Skydancer. Others are the Squijum and the Dimblethum. Cara has to return to earth to get her grandma. In the end she gets back to earth. At earth, Cara’s grandma and Cara find out that Cara’s grandma is really a unicorn. I really liked this book.
Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing by Judy Blume
Reviewed by Anonymous
Peter (main character) tries to understand his younger brother’s mishaps. He then gets himself into some mishaps with his brother. His mom is not happy about this punishment about his brother. Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing is part of a series of books about Fudge (the younger brother), Sheila Know-It-All and Peter. I recommend ALL of these books!
Crystal the Snow Fairy by Daisy Meadows
Reviewed by Natalie J.
This book is about a girl named Kristy and her friend Rachel who are friends with fairies and they are on a fairy adventure. It’s summer and it starts to snow and Kristy and Rachel have to help Crystal the snow fairy rescue her magic feather and return it to doodle the magic rooster who got turned into a weather vain by Jack Frost and is on Kristy’s barn in Weatherburry.
The Heart and the Bottle by Oliver Jeffers
Reviewed by Amy Ruan
I liked this book because I could see what he used to draw in the pictures. I also liked to play I spy with it, like the ship in the bottle, a rubber ducky, and a saw. I really liked this book.