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- “True Power comes from focusing on what we can give, not just on what we can take. Of the gifts that we can give, the greatest is to see beauty in each other - in essence, to Give beauty to each other. When we give the beauty, we prepare our hearts to receive it back. So be inspired by beetles and Angels Mawi Asgedom
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I have been reading the book, Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson. I have actually already read this book...it is very good. So far, the book has introduced the main characters,Jesse and Leslie. They met each other when Leslie moved next to Jesse's house and soon they became very good friends.
One day Leslie thought that they should make up a secret world. Jesse thaought it was a good idea too, so they bgan making the world with their imaginations.
I want to keep on reading!
Michaela
Mrs.Ligon, is it ok if i print out my picture at school...it is already on my thumbdrive.
michaela
I am reading The Tiger Rising. It is the most best book I have ever read in my life! The author of the book is Kate DiCamillo. The book is about two kids that know about a tiger that was locked in a cage, they dont know what to do! they were all frustrated and was thinking and thinking what to do and then all of a sudden a person (a adult) was telling them about the tiger in the cage and then,he gave the kids the key that was for the tiger but he told the kids to not let the tiger out of its cage.
I've got to read the rest!
Amir Siry
Good job amir remember go beyond literal retell. what is it that makes this tiger special?? why are they trying to help?? look at the questions on the website to help guide your entry.
I just finished the book titled "A Man Named Dave" by David Pelzer. Dave is the main character. As he got older his mom got mean and stern and she became abusive. I think that Dave is a courageous, persevering, determined person. He is courageous because when his mom hurt him he never gave in. Despite his sacrifices as a child he grew up to be a successful man. Now he writes books about his life and how you shouldn't turn in to what his mom was.
September 22,2008 Began:page 1
End:178 I've read this book called StarWars The Phantom Menace,written by Patricia C. Wrede.I think that the genre is Sci-Fi.I think the author's message is you should never give up.I also think that the characters that change are Anakin Skywalker,a slave of Tatooine, and queen Amidala.
These changes are important because Anakin turns into a jedi and the queen has to change into another person. Both of them realize that they both had to leave something behind.
When Anakin followed a jedi,the jedi came into trouble. So Anakin hid in a spaceship. But he accidentaly turned it on and got blasted in to space.Then he got inside an enemy ship and blew it sky high! And who can forget Darth Vader?The evil and cruel master.The heart of the dark side.The one who battled his son without thought(now that's just cruel).And also the one who saved the galaxy and his son.
Hey Bret! Your book review looks awesome!I really want to read that book soon.Can you tell me where to find the book?
I've just finished the best book ever!It is called, Just as Long as We're Together, by Judy Blume. It is about a girl named Stephanie, who has to face the facts of becoming a teenager.My thoughts were that I definetly agree with the character about being scared to grow up.The authers messag is let time be saved, for you can't always be a kid. The genre of this book is realistic fiction.I know that because it could happen to anyone.Please read this book. It is extrodinary!
Bret,
You do realize this is a true story. Make sure you really understand the jest of the book. I read the same series and let me tell you ..... it was moving, gave me goose bumps and made me realize that all children in this world deserve love and respect. Because this book is non fiction it really gets to the heart of a very sensitive and deep subject.
Green group you are doing a nice job. Remember when you respond to each other you must read the post first. To ask a meaningful question. Think deep!!
I'm reading a book called The Titan's Curse by Rick Roidan.The main character is Percy Jackson. He's a son of a god and a mortal. The story starts off when his friend Grover sends an urgent distress call to Percy. Right away he goes with some demigod friends to save Grover. When they get there they find out it was only to bring two demigods back.A demi god is half mortal and half god (like Zeus and Hades, who is actully in the story). I am really enjoying this book. I can't stop reading!
I'm reading called The Titan's Curse by Rick Roidan.The main charecter is Percy Jakson, he's a son of a god and a mortal. The story starts off when his friend Grover sends a ergant disstress call to Percy. Right away he goes with some demigod friends to save Grover. When they get there they find out it was only to bring two demigods back.A demi god is half mortal and half god (like Zeaus and Hadies, who is actully in the story).
From: Ski Pierce
Michaela,
I think the book Bridge to Terabithia is a good book to read. I have the movie and it was really good.
Do you think there will be a part 2 to this book?
Michaela-I love the way you described the book.You persuaded me yo read it, NOW!
Noah,
I've read that book before and it was really good. My favorite character is Luke Skywalker. He seemed like he could be a good pilot.
Regarding the book that I read, I suggest that you read the book called "A Child Called It" first because it tells about the main character's life as a child. I have the book and I can lend it to you when you're ready to read it. My mom said you should ask your parents first if it's okay for you to read this book.
From: Ski Pierce
Title: Camp Rock
Author: Karin Gist and Regina Hicks
Genre: Fiction
Date: September 22, 2008
I finished the book
Reading Response: I read a book called Camp Rock.
The author's underlying message is never tell a lie. In the story, the main character Mitchie told a lie to Tess, Ella and Peggy. She told them that her mom was the President of Hot tunes TV in China.
Tess found out it was a lie, then she lied on Mitchie and said she stole her bracelet. Because of that, Mitchie and her friend Caitlin could not do anymore camp activities.
Teacher Choice:
Mitchie's lying caused Tess not to like her and put them into competition with each other. Mitchie's actions caused her to not participate in Final Jams.
Mitchie's lying caused Tess to lie on her and Caitlin. Caitlin did not have anything to do with the lying but she could not participate in final jams either.
Mrs. Ligon,
I know that the book is a true story. I've read the first book called "A Child Called It" and it made me wonder what kind of mom could do such things to their kids.
My book is called Things Hoped For by Andrew Clements and is about a girl named Gwen a talented musician who lives with her grandpa. She plays the violin and is busy preparing for audition when her grandpa suddenly dissapears. I really want to read on and find out what happens.I think the message so far is to not worry and believe in yourself.
Yeah Brit, your right. Makes you wonder and really appreciate life. I love how books have a way of making me remember to be thankful for the little things in life.
Sorry not brit Bret
Yes, Bret that is so true, I like the way you realize you must read part 1 first. But Noah you must absolutely ask permission first as it is a rather intense subject matter.
from: Amanda Trinh
I am reading a book called InkSpell
It is the second book in a triology
of books. It is sort of a fantesy. Meggie is the main charecter. She and her father can read people in and out of books. She is brave, smart, and a kindhearted person. She is brave cause when her father got shot in a whole different world she felt somethingbad happened and went after him. this book to me is interesting and good.
from: Mandy [Amanda Trinh]
Hey Lindsay! That sounds like a good book. When your all done can I borrow it. Or if you don't feel ok with me borrowing it just tell me where you got it. :] [:
I am reading "Among the Hidden" it was written by Margaret Peterson Haddix the main character's name is Luke he is a shadow child, a shadow child is an illegal child. In the book having a third child is illegal so he has never been outside because his parents are scared that they will get arrested. Then he finds a girl who is also a shadow child.
Im reading Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone, by J.K. Rowling.In his first 11 years with his aunt, uncle, and his cousin Dudley are horrible for Harry.One day he gets a letter to go to a wonderful place.Can he handle the events at this place.I cant wait to keep reading.
I’m in the middle of reading “Park’s Quest” by Katherine Paterson. Park is the main character in this book. Park wants to know about his father who died in the Vietnam war. I think Park is a strong, independent, mature boy at the age of 13. He’s independent because he does everything by himself and he’s kind of a drifter. Even though Park didn’t really get to know his father, he moved on with his life.
Kyle
Amanda-You can totally borrow my book.I got it from Mrs.Bailey's room,but I have it in my backpack.See you at school!:)
Hey Bret! I thought you used very descriptive words. What did Dave's mom do that was so mean? And what sacrifices did Dave make in the book? How did you feel when you were reading the book? Overall I thought you had a good response.
Kyle
Kyle,
as an example, his mom refused to feed him as a punishment. He was always hungry and his mom beat him up a lot. I felt really sorry for Dave.
Lindsay what book are you reading now. Your old one looks pretty cool, after Amanda reads it can I.
Amir,
The Tiger Rising sounds like a good book. I am looking forward to reading it soon at school.
Robbie
Title of Book:
So You Want to be a Wizard
Author:
Diane Duane
Genre:
Fiction
Date:
Week of 9/22
Pages:
1-144
Reading Response:
Nita Changed her personality once she found a book on the bookshelf and met a boy named Kit. They were both wizards acording to the book " So You Want To Be a Wizard".All of a sudden Nita changed. She was not beaten up, she was not scared of the bullies, and she did not act normal any more.
-shani
Wow KiKi. It sounds intresting. I want to read that book.
I have been reading Bronze Dragon Codex by R.D. Henham. My favorite character in this book is a bronze dragon named Smile. Her mother was severely hurt by humans, so Smile set off to find the humans responsible for her mother's injuries. I like this character because she is very brave and loving toward her mother. She is brave because she was brave enough to leave home and fight vicious forces called draconies. She is loving toward her mother because she is always affectionate toward her. She also made a pearl necklace for her mother. I can't wait to find out what the next book is about!
Derek,
I thought your response was very interesting. I have a question... Why did they not allow three children in a family? When I saw the words "shadow child" in your response, it reminded me of a book series I read last year called Deltora Quest. Nice job!
-Zack
Hi I have been reading a book called"The Big Field" By Mike Luppica It is about A boy named Huch who loves to play shortstop and is one of the best infielders on his team and his team is in the playoffs and he needs to win 3 games in a row and if he gets into the rigonals he gets to play in the world siries on the big field. I am liking the book so far baeause it is about one of my favorite sports Baseball-Tyler Richter
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FROM: AMANDA T.
ZACH
In your book why did the humans kill the mother dragon?Also how old is the child dragon?I think it is a really good book and I want to read it.
Jason
I have been reading this book,Because Of Win-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo.The main characters name is opal and she found this dog in a grocery store and named him Win-Dixie.
Win-Dixie is helping Opal find friends in her new town of Nomi.
CAMILLE
Michaela I loved that book to!I also saw the movie its great.
Im reading the book, borrowers by Mary Norton. This book is about little people that live under the floor boards. these people always borrow things from the giants (us).The borrowers usually live in old, orderly houses. i think this book is very good and i actually think there might be little people under th floor boards.
Erik,
aka Siegel
Bret- that book sounds good, but you may have felt bad for Dave while reading such an emotional true story, I also would like to read it. The author David Pelzer seems like a great role model for children.
Hi Amir, I think you did very well on your reading response about "Tiger Rising". I am curious about why the man give the children the key but didn't allow them to let the tiger out. Why didn't the adult just keep the key?
I have been reading the book, Steve Young*Jerry Rice by Richard J. Brenner. It is a true story about their lives as boy's then young men in High School then College. They also had amazing NFL Football careers . The first half of the book is about Steve Young he led the San Francisco 49ers to the Big Win in Super Bowl XXIX. Young established himself as one of the all time greats of the game. The book has a lot of football facts, kinda hard to follow but a good book about the football games.
Title of Book: Trout Summer
Author:Jane Leslie Conly
Genre:adventure
Date: September 29, 2008
Began:page 3
End:234
The underlying message in this book is keep trying and you will succeed. In this book it shows that they persevere because the characters Shana and Cody love to row and they keep trying and finally they master the sport.
The genre of this book is adventure. It is adventure because Cody and Shana travel through a valley by rowing their way out. They overcome challenges like rowing through rapids and finding their way out.
Cody is the character that effected the story because he was the one that found Henry and Henry was the one who taught them to how to row. He also effected the theme because he convinced Shana to keep on going.
Cody was the main character and was also an important person in the book. If Cody wasn't in this book it wouldn't make any sense. Cody is the person who not only found Henry but the valley. Cody was the reason why they went in the valley. As you can see Cody is very IMPORTANT!
Hi Jason,
The humans did not kill the mother dragon, they just injured her probably because they were afraid of her. I think the child is 9 or 10. I think you would really like this book. C-Ya! - Zack
Title of Book: So You Want to be a Wizard
Author: Diane Duane
Genre: Fiction
Date: Week of 9/22
Pages:1-367
Reading Response:
I am reading an awsome book. This books authors measage not be scared of you acttions but choose they wisly. For example, In the story she talkes about Nita and how she feels afraide to do a spell out of a book, but Kit convinced her because the want the sun back.
-Shani
Camille, Wow that last part made me want to read that book too.
-Shani
I recently finished the book, Daddy's Not So Little Girl, by the company of Full House. It is about a girl named Stephanie, who really wants to go on the 7th Grade field trip. She is recovering from the stomach flu, so her over-protective father wants to go with her . Will she be able to go on the field trip without getting to embarassed? I really love the story. It is very funny.
I just finished a book called So You Want to be a Wizard by:Diane Duane. It is a very good book.The author is very descriptive. She makes you see what the characters, Kit and Nita, see and act. Also her detailed descriptions You should read this awsome book.
-Shani
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Linsey that sounds like a good book
Do I have band tomorrow.
Thanks Snoodle! I loved camping w/ you.
Title of Book: Red Dragon Codex
Author: R.D. Henham
Genre: Fantasy Fiction
Date: Week of 10/6/08
Began: Page 1
End: Page 244
Reading Response:
I read Red Dragon Codex by R.D. Henham. The author evokes images by using descriptive words, metaphors, and similes. An example of the language he uses is “The dragon had legs like tree trunks.” Another example is, “Mudd squirmed into the wheelhouse where the mill’s crank and gears stood motionless.” The image would have been different if the author had said that the gears were rotating.
I think the setting of this story is very important, because if the setting was not descriptive, in your mind it would never “paint a picture”. Here is an example of a good setting, “…as she watched the line of men and wagons make its way on the road far below. Digging her claws into the high, rocky ledge...” Now here is an example of a bad setting: “…as she watched the people on the road. Putting her claws in the ledge…” Which one would you want as your setting?
Teacher’s Choice:
The story is told through Mudd’s point of view. Mudd is the main character and also the leader of the group of rescuers. If the story were told from the Red Dragon’s point of view, it would be very different because Red Dragon is the bad guy. Instead of the plot being a rescue mission, it would be a mission to take revenge on a silver dragon.
Title: Are you there God? It's me Margaret. Author: Judy Blume Genre:Realistic Fiction Date: November 2nd, 2008 I just read this fantastic book, I was so sad when it ended. It was about a girl named Margaret, who just moved to a new state. She joins a clib all about puberty. She is no religion, so she dosn't know which church center to join, and she feels scared about her new town. My feelings about this text are great! I can totally relate to Margaret.I felt that way when I switched dance studios. I went from knowing everyone's phone numbers, to knowing not a single name at the whole studio .It was pretty scary. The authors message is that people should be able to make their own decions. I know this because once Margaret could make her own decions, her life was way happier than before.
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