The Wind of Life: The Flyers & The Wind of Life: The Wanderers
by Oliver Neubert
Book Review By: Mamie, Grade: 7
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Monday, July 25, 2011
Holes by Louis Sachar
Introduction
A book that I loved is Holes by Louis Sachar. It's about a boy named Stanley, and it'll help you wondering what's going to happen next.
About the book
In the book, Stanley gets arrested for something he didn't do. He goes to Camp Green Lake, where he has to dig a hole everyday. He gets the feeling that the Warden is looking for something though.
Favorite Part
My favorite part of the book is when Stanley and Zero climb the mountain to find refuge on it. They live off of onions and water for days.
My recommendation
If you like realistic fiction, then this book is for you. It has suspense, and twists. Like I said, Holes will keep you on the edge of your seat.
This review is written by Philip M., Grade 6
The Lost Hero by Rick Riordan
Introduction
The book is The Lost Hero. It is about a kid named Jason who goes on an epic journey to save the world, return his identity, and stop the evil from rising.
About the book
In this book, the main characters are Piper, Jason, and Leo. They go across the U.S.A. trying to save the imprisoned Hero and regain the past. Each have their own powers and skills to defeat evil.
Favorite Part
My favorite part of this book is when they verse a one-eyed cyclopes in a volcano. In this part, Piper is held in a bondage of ropes while Leo is stuck in a cyclopes's mouth. Jason uses a golden sword to defeat a long struggle. He stabs the cyclopes and releases Piper.
My recommendation
I would recommend this book because it carries action, suspense, and adventure.
This review is written by Anonymous, Grade 6
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Maniac Magee by Jerry Spinelli
Introduction
Maniac Magee is about a boy who runs away from his aunt and uncle and lives life on his own.
About the book
Maniac Magee runs away to his old home town but has a journey on the way. He meets friends and enemies but does he make it home?
Favorite Part
My favorite part of the book was the beginning where they introduce what made him want to run away. His parents had died and he had to live with a family that fights a lot.
My recommendation
To tell you the truth as an 11 year old girl I did not enjoy the book and neither did a lot of my friends. It had many boring sections and I would think elsewhere when I read it.
This review is written by Salma E., Grade 6.
Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater
Introduction
In this book called Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater, this book starts off by a werewolf (both human and wolf) saves this girl's life (her name is Grace). After he saves her life, be begins to have feelings for her, lucky for him he turns human so he can be with her.
About the book
This whole book is about how they live their lives together and how they try to live this way while they are in love with each other. Throughout their adventure, Grace has to try to keep Sam (the werewolf) from turning back into a wolf so he can stay human. This has many effects on their relationship.
Favorite Part
My favorite part of this book is the ending because it has to do with an important "love" moral. The lesson is that if you love something let it go. If it comes back, it's yours forever if it doesn't it was never yours. This happens between Grace and Sam.
My recommendation
I recommend this book to anyone who likes werewolves, love/romantic stories in which contain sacrificing whatever it takes to give something to the one you love.
This review is written by Felicity A., Grade 6
Call It Courage by Armstrong Sperry
Introduction
One of my favorite books is Call it Courage. It is an adventure book with lots of suspense. The main character is Mafatu. Mafatu is a boy who travels to an island with lots of danger there.
About the book
In the book, Mafatu is made fun of by other people in his tribe because he is scared of the sea. When Mafatu was young, the Sea god had killed his mother. From then on, Mafatu was scared of the sea. So, he went on a boat to another island to prove he is not scared. But, there are terrible dangers Mafatu encounters.
Favorite Part
I am like Mafatu because so many people make fun of me. So, I try to show that I am not scared of anything.
My recommendation
This book is very good for people who like adventures and suspense!
This review is written by Shreyas A., grade 6
Percy Jackson and The Olympians book 1: The Ligtning Thief by Rick Riordan
Introduction
Another book I love is Percy Jackson and The Olympians book 1: The Ligtning Thief. It's by Rick Riordan.
About the book
The book is about a demigod person with a parent that's a greek god named Percy Jckson. He finds out that his dad is Poseidon. Poseidon was framed for stealing Zeus's master bolt, and it's up to Percy and his friends to get it back.
Favorite Part
My favorite part is when Percy is trapped by another demigod. It's a spoiler, so I don't want to get into it.
My recommendation
If you're interested in Greek Mythology, then you'll like this book. If you like this book, I recommend the rest of the series. I'd also recommend The Lost Hero, and The Red Pyramid, also by Rick Riordan.
This review is written by Philip M., grade 6
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