Just spent a week up at Gran-Gran's in the Texas Panhandle - leisurely days spent visiting around the kitchen table, listenint to memories of her 92 years on this earth. Can you imagine how life has changed since 1920? She can...she's lived it!
Of course, there was time for reading & listening to books.
For the older reader - really middle/high school - If you loved Hunger Games, you must check out the Divergent series by Veronica Roth. The action is intense & the premise of the books is fascinating. People are sorted by their dispositions, rather than economics or race.
Of course, there was time for reading & listening to books.
For the older reader - really middle/high school - If you loved Hunger Games, you must check out the Divergent series by Veronica Roth. The action is intense & the premise of the books is fascinating. People are sorted by their dispositions, rather than economics or race.
For elementary-age readers -
Capture the Flag by Kate Messner is an adventerous read that takes place in an airport! The original Star-Spangled Banner has been stolen & three children who have only recently met decide that they hold the key to finding the flag. Well actually, Anna decides they must solve the mystery... Jose wants to be left alone to reread Harry Potter and Henry just wants to play his video games. The action is fast-paced and the characters are enjoyable too! Click on the picture to visit Kate Messner's website.
Capture the Flag by Kate Messner is an adventerous read that takes place in an airport! The original Star-Spangled Banner has been stolen & three children who have only recently met decide that they hold the key to finding the flag. Well actually, Anna decides they must solve the mystery... Jose wants to be left alone to reread Harry Potter and Henry just wants to play his video games. The action is fast-paced and the characters are enjoyable too! Click on the picture to visit Kate Messner's website.
Hamster Magic by Lynne Jonell is a short, magical tale. Celia and her brothers and sister have just moved out to the country. Unfortunately, the hamster they discovered in their basement has disappeared - how will they prove to their parents that they can be responsible for any pets? When they do find this furry friend again, he promises to grant their wish if they promise not to lock him up into a cage again. Read this book to find out the hilarious results of Celia's wish!
This book is a Bluebonnet nominee for 2012-2013 & a 4th grade Battle book!
Click on the picture to visit Lynne Jonell's website.
This book is a Bluebonnet nominee for 2012-2013 & a 4th grade Battle book!
Click on the picture to visit Lynne Jonell's website.
If you enjoy The Diary of a Wimpy Kids series and are looking for something new to read, you must try Cheesie Mack is Not a Genius or Anything. This book is like sitting in a room with Mack as he tells you his story - he keeps interrupting himself to tell you bits of trivia, ask you silly questions, and encourage you to visit his website (click on the picture here) for more information and crazy contests. Mack is definitely the kid I would like to sit next to in class - it would never by boring! Find out what happens with the mouse plot gone wrong, the mysterious old coin, and the not-so-boring 5th grade graduation.
Fablehaven by Brandon Mull is a fantasy at it's best! Imagine visiting grandparents who you hardly know, shrouded in mystery. Your grandpa shows you to your room in the attic at the very top of the house & strictly sets down the rules for ALL the things you cannot do. Of course you would want to break these rules! But breaking the rules at Fablehaven can lead to dangerous and fantastic results!
A few more reads:
If you enjoy a book that will make you cry, Julia's Kitchen by Brenda Ferber, might be for you. I found myself sniffling through most of the book. Cara's mother and sister have died in a house fire & only Cara and her dad have survived. Cara's dad hardly talks to her anymore, her best friend is tired of Cara feeling sad, and her friends at school don't understand. Read to find out how cookies help turn Cara's life back around. But have your tissues handy!
A quirky little read, Mr. Karp's Last Glass by Cary Fagan, is the story of Randolph who loves to collect odd items and the strange old man who moves into their attic with his own mysterious collection.
If you enjoy a book that will make you cry, Julia's Kitchen by Brenda Ferber, might be for you. I found myself sniffling through most of the book. Cara's mother and sister have died in a house fire & only Cara and her dad have survived. Cara's dad hardly talks to her anymore, her best friend is tired of Cara feeling sad, and her friends at school don't understand. Read to find out how cookies help turn Cara's life back around. But have your tissues handy!
A quirky little read, Mr. Karp's Last Glass by Cary Fagan, is the story of Randolph who loves to collect odd items and the strange old man who moves into their attic with his own mysterious collection.