Lucy T., grade 6
Book reviews written by the teens of the South Pasadena Community!
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Beyond the Grave (39 Clues Series) by Jude Watson
Betrayed and abandoned, Amy and Dan rush off to Egypt with a small clue. But when they arrive, they get something completely unexpected- a message from their dead grandmother, Grace. Is that help or betrayal? I think this was a good book. It is appropriate for all ages.
The Wizard of Rondo by Emily Rodda
In Mimi and Leo's second adventure into the mysterious musical box and the magical world, Rondo, they immediately encounter problems with a wizards apprentice and meet with some old friends. The five go on a journey to find out about a missing wizard. Obstacles along the way include a disobedient carpet, a too loyal pot, and the "S-word" which is a monster too fierce and old to imagine. I would advise 5th to 8th graders to read this!
Tiffany C., grade 8
Closer by Roderick Gordon
The book is about a boy named Will Burrows who finds an underground city called the Colony. Will would lose family members to the terrible Styx and the tortured. I recommend people who love top secret missions to read this book. The book should appeal to ages 11 and up.
Erik, K., grade 7
Zombie Survival Guide by Max Brooks
This book in my opinion is on e of the best books ever. The thing that is intriguing about this book is that the author makes everything sound so real. Sometimes, I get mixed up with the book and reality. I would recommend this book to everyone if I could.
Aaron H., grade 8
Monday, October 24, 2011
Lunch Lady and the League of Librarians by Jarrett J. Krosoczka
This story is about a school lunch lady who tries to keep her school safe from some librarians. She gets suspicious and sees what they are up to. The positive thing about this book is I really like reading them. I recommend this book to kids who are ages 6 to 11 years old.
Miles M., grade 6
School! Adventures at the Harvey N. Middle School by Kat eMcMullen
At Ron Faster's School everyone ha a funny name. His classmates are Viola Fuzz, Dewey Haveto, Ivanna Snack, Izzy Normal, Gladys Friday, AbbyBirthday, Anita Dawg, and Sid Down. The teachers are Miss Ingashoe, Mrs Roxanne Pebbles, Mr. Hughes Da Mann, Mrs. Petzgalore, and they all stay true to their names at Harvey N. Trouble School. I would recommend this book to 2nd through 4th graders.
Just Listen by Sarah Dessen
Just Listen is a terrific book about a girl named Annabel Green. When she models, she looks like she has friends and a perfect life but actually, she lost her friends in an event that she tries to hide and her sister has an eating disorder that brings conflict to her family. Meeting a boy named Owen who is harshly truthful helps bring her life back on track. I recommend this book to teens who like a happy ending.
Rachel B., grade 8
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