Words From Friends

I asked a few students and staff members to help me out by letting me know what their favorite books from 2010-2011 were.


First off, here's what Mrs. Stemnock from right next door in 5-2 had to say:

Magical powers, a cast of crazy characters, and a wild ride across small town America provide the foundation for the novel Savvy by Ingrid Law. Follow the main character, Mississippi, as she turns thirteen and waits to find out what magical power she has inherited from her mother. As she discovers her power, she has to also learn how to balance her magic in a family of magical people. This is a funny adventure book. I recommend this read to anyone who wants to wear a smile on their face.

Emma C. from my homeroom says:

A 16-year-old girl, Katniss Everdeen volunteered as a tribute to the "Hunger Games" for her sister Prim. The Hunger Games is where kids 12-18 fight to the death for punishment of rebellion and parents can't do anything about it. The boy is Peeta Mellark, who loves her. They end finally and interview their families.

Anna G., also from my homeroom, wrote:

My favorite book that I read in the 5th grade was The Hunger Games. I loved this book very much and I really recommend it to everyone. It starts off by having a reaping in every district. There are 12 districts to have a reaping for. Effie, who is from the capital, is deciding on who is going to be the two tributes from each district. In the drawing, there are all the kids' names from ages 12-18 in each district. Effie is the one to draw out the name. The 2 tributes ended up being Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark, who were the winners of the drawing. They go to meet their new friend that will help them out with all the tips. He had once won the Hunger Games. They are introduced to all of the people they are competing against. They they are ready for action. Since there are 12 districts, there will be 24 people fighting in the Hunger Games. The last one standing will be crowned. They are starting the games, anyone could win now. In order to survive, they will have to make and find their own food and water. The 12 districts are trying to stick up for each other in order to win the 74th annual Hunger Games. Who will win?

Divy S. from my Math class in the afternoon says...

Maniac Magee is a story about a boy named Jeffrey who's homeless. He travels around the East End and the West End. The way he got his name was by doing a lot of things that normal people can't. So someone said, "That kid's a maniac." He does amazing things like untying a giant knot, and escaping the Cobras. Tons more. While Maniac goes on this adventure, he meets a few friends and a book. This book is great.

That's all for now. My hands are getting tired of typing these up.