Graphic Novel/Comic
Have you ever had a bad road trip? If so then this story must be a story like yours. My favorite part is when this kid named Not Greg smashes his face on the window. I would recommend you read this book if you like road trips.
-- w
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Monday, October 31, 2016
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Cabin Fever by Jeff Kinney
Graphic Novel/Comic
Have you had a bad winter? Then you're like Greg. My favorite part is when he can't get into a game because Manny changed the password, I recommend this book if you like thing's.
--W.
Have you had a bad winter? Then you're like Greg. My favorite part is when he can't get into a game because Manny changed the password, I recommend this book if you like thing's.
--W.
Friday, October 28, 2016
If You Give a Pig a Pancake Mini Book and Doll by Laura Joffe Numeroff
Fantasy
I think you should read this book because it tells you not to get in to stuff. I also think you should read this book because it makes you hungry.
--ALP
I think you should read this book because it tells you not to get in to stuff. I also think you should read this book because it makes you hungry.
--ALP
Twintuition: Double Vision by Tia Mowry, Tamera Mowry
Realistic Fiction
"Are you kidding me? I exclaimed as mom pulled up beside a small ramshackle house. This can't be it." I can make a personal connection because there are twins in this story and I have a twin brother too. I like this story because the twins in the story have twin intuition and I like to think me and Gavin have twin intuition too. If you love realistic fiction I think this is the book for you.
-- AMSM
"Are you kidding me? I exclaimed as mom pulled up beside a small ramshackle house. This can't be it." I can make a personal connection because there are twins in this story and I have a twin brother too. I like this story because the twins in the story have twin intuition and I like to think me and Gavin have twin intuition too. If you love realistic fiction I think this is the book for you.
-- AMSM
Mr. Sunny Is Funny! by Dan Gutman
Realistic Fiction
I think you should read this book because a life guard is building a sandcastle when he should be saving people because that's what life guards do. Don't worry that's not all. Find out the rest in Mr. Sunny is Funny.
--K.R.D.
I think you should read this book because a life guard is building a sandcastle when he should be saving people because that's what life guards do. Don't worry that's not all. Find out the rest in Mr. Sunny is Funny.
--K.R.D.
Thursday, October 27, 2016
The Complete Calvin and Hobbes, Volumes 1-3 by Bill Watterson
Graphic Novel/Comic
Do you have weird parents? Well Calvin does. Calvin is a kid with a crazy imagination. Hobbes is a tiger. He is Calvin's best friend. I like this series because Calvin ask's questions that he know's are going to get the answer no. I think you should read this series of Calvin and Hobbes if you like funny comics.
-- C.R.M.
Do you have weird parents? Well Calvin does. Calvin is a kid with a crazy imagination. Hobbes is a tiger. He is Calvin's best friend. I like this series because Calvin ask's questions that he know's are going to get the answer no. I think you should read this series of Calvin and Hobbes if you like funny comics.
-- C.R.M.
Amelia Bedelia Under Construction by Herman Parish
Fantasy
Have you ever had a babysitter? I have. My favorite part is when Amelia makes something weird. If you like silly books I think you should read this book.
--G.B.D.
Have you ever had a babysitter? I have. My favorite part is when Amelia makes something weird. If you like silly books I think you should read this book.
--G.B.D.
Amelia Bedelia Under Construction by Herman Parish
Fantasy
Have you ever had a babysitter? I have. My favorite part is when Amelia makes something weird. If you like silly books I think you should read this book.
--G.B.D.
Have you ever had a babysitter? I have. My favorite part is when Amelia makes something weird. If you like silly books I think you should read this book.
--G.B.D.
Amelia Bedelia Under Construction by Herman Parish
Fantasy
Have you ever had a babysitter? I have. My favorite part is when Amelia makes something weird. If you like silly books I think you should read this book.
--G.B.D.
Have you ever had a babysitter? I have. My favorite part is when Amelia makes something weird. If you like silly books I think you should read this book.
--G.B.D.
Amelia Bedelia Under Construction by Herman Parish
Fantasy
Have you ever had a babysitter? I have. My favorite part is when Amelia makes something weird. If you like silly books I think you should read this book.
--G.B.D.
Have you ever had a babysitter? I have. My favorite part is when Amelia makes something weird. If you like silly books I think you should read this book.
--G.B.D.
Wednesday, October 26, 2016
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul by Jeff Kinney
Graphic Novel/Comic
Do you like Diary of a Wimpy Kid? I do if you do, I recommend you read his book.
--R
Do you like Diary of a Wimpy Kid? I do if you do, I recommend you read his book.
--R
Bad Kitty School Daze by Nick Bruel
Fantasy
I recommend this book if you hate school. It will make you love it even more. My favorite part is when the bull dog thought that the cat was a cow.
--?
I recommend this book if you hate school. It will make you love it even more. My favorite part is when the bull dog thought that the cat was a cow.
--?
Plants vs. Zombies: Official Guide to Protecting Your Brains by Simon Swatman, Adam Howling
Fantasy
Plants vs. Zombies is a cool book. It has a lot of interesting facts about zombies and plants. I recommend you read this book if you like Zombies.
--G.F.
Plants vs. Zombies is a cool book. It has a lot of interesting facts about zombies and plants. I recommend you read this book if you like Zombies.
--G.F.
Tuesday, October 25, 2016
A Camping Spree with Mr. Magee by Chris Van Dusen
Fantasy
I think you should read this book because it's fun and it has some rhymes. It has tons of odd things that happen for some reason. A bear likes ... I better not tell you. Find out in A Camping Spree with Mr. Magee.
--RT
I think you should read this book because it's fun and it has some rhymes. It has tons of odd things that happen for some reason. A bear likes ... I better not tell you. Find out in A Camping Spree with Mr. Magee.
--RT
Planets by Elizabeth Carney
Informational
Have you ever seen a picture of Jupiter? If you have, you can see a red spot that is a hurricane. It has been there for 400 years. I like it when you look at a dwarf planet because it looks like a egg. If you like planets I think you should read this book.
-- G.B.D.
Have you ever seen a picture of Jupiter? If you have, you can see a red spot that is a hurricane. It has been there for 400 years. I like it when you look at a dwarf planet because it looks like a egg. If you like planets I think you should read this book.
-- G.B.D.
The Big Pets by Lane Smith
I think you should read this book because it has fun stuff like...oops find out in the book Big Pets.
--RT
Wednesday, October 19, 2016
The Long Haul: Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Volume 9 by Jeff Kinney
Graphic Novel/Comic
I think you should read this because even though it has a lot of words, it still has funny comics. The book is about a boy named Greg and his family is very strange. His dad is mean, his mom is dumb, and his other brother is cruel. Then last, but not least, the dumb brother (Rodrik) is the one that has a band.
--ISJ
I think you should read this because even though it has a lot of words, it still has funny comics. The book is about a boy named Greg and his family is very strange. His dad is mean, his mom is dumb, and his other brother is cruel. Then last, but not least, the dumb brother (Rodrik) is the one that has a band.
--ISJ
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw by Jeff Kinney
Graphic Novel/Comic
I recommend you read this book if you like graphic novels. I like how Greg is having such bad days. I like that part because his bad days are really funny. Read Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw it will be really funny.
--A.R.B.
I recommend you read this book if you like graphic novels. I like how Greg is having such bad days. I like that part because his bad days are really funny. Read Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw it will be really funny.
--A.R.B.
Pirate Pete by Kim Kennedy
Fantasy
Have you ever read a book about Pirates? I have. My favorite part is when they go to different islands. If you like pirates you should read this book.
--G.B.D.
Have you ever read a book about Pirates? I have. My favorite part is when they go to different islands. If you like pirates you should read this book.
--G.B.D.
Tuesday, October 18, 2016
Judy and the Volcano by Wayne Harris
Realistic Fiction
When it comes to stories there is no doubt about who is getting top marks. It's Madeleine Corsy. ALWAYS! Madeleine Corsy. I can't stand It. I think it was a little weird that Judy didn't think she was creative. My problem is why did she would do that prank. It was funny I must admit, but it was mean. If you love realistic fiction, I think this is the book for you.
--AMS
When it comes to stories there is no doubt about who is getting top marks. It's Madeleine Corsy. ALWAYS! Madeleine Corsy. I can't stand It. I think it was a little weird that Judy didn't think she was creative. My problem is why did she would do that prank. It was funny I must admit, but it was mean. If you love realistic fiction, I think this is the book for you.
--AMS
Sacagawea by Liselotte Erdrich
Biography
Did you know that Sacagawea was a teenager when she helped Lewis and Clark on the expedition to the Pacific Ocean? When Sacajawea was about 11 or 12 years old she was kidnapped by Hidatsa warriors. She was given in marriage to a fur trapper at age sixteen.When the discovery of America became important Sacajawea helped Lewis and Clark travel from the Missouri river to the Pacific Ocean. Sacajawea had a boy named Jean Baptiste and a girl named Lisette. I like this book because Sacajawea was a strong and brave young woman. If you enjoy adventures you should read this book.
--A.
Did you know that Sacagawea was a teenager when she helped Lewis and Clark on the expedition to the Pacific Ocean? When Sacajawea was about 11 or 12 years old she was kidnapped by Hidatsa warriors. She was given in marriage to a fur trapper at age sixteen.When the discovery of America became important Sacajawea helped Lewis and Clark travel from the Missouri river to the Pacific Ocean. Sacajawea had a boy named Jean Baptiste and a girl named Lisette. I like this book because Sacajawea was a strong and brave young woman. If you enjoy adventures you should read this book.
--A.
Abraham Lincoln by Amy L. Cohn, Suzy Schmidt
He was the 16th president and he freed the slaves. He loved school and he was the biggest president yet.
--acb
--acb
Eli Manning: Football Star by Sarah Tieck
I have a connection with Eli. I practiced with my family. My favorite part is when it tells you his team he plays on because I like the Giants. I recommend this book because it is cool. If you want to read this book it at the Orem Public Library.
C.
C.
Snakehead by Anthony Horowitz
Mystery
This book is awesome because it has lots of adventure! It is also good because it keeps you in your seat until the final pages! I recommend this book to anyone who likes adventure.
-- cw
This book is awesome because it has lots of adventure! It is also good because it keeps you in your seat until the final pages! I recommend this book to anyone who likes adventure.
-- cw
Monday, October 17, 2016
George Washington Carver by Margo McLoone
I chose this book because he goes to school. I recommend this book because it has adventures. .
I.
Olive, the Other Reindeer by J.otto Seibold, Vivian Walsh
Have you ever heard of a dog helping to fly Santa's sleigh? Well, if you have not, you may want to read this book. My favorite part is when Olive fetched all of Santa's toys that fell out of the sleigh. You should read this book if you like funny stuff.
--B
--B
The Mouse and the Motorcycle by Beverly Cleary
Have you ever seen a mouse sneak around in your house? I did once. What if that mouse became your friend and you even let it play with your toys? In this book a boy lets a mouse ride his toy motorcycle. The mouse has all kinds of adventures. My favorite part was when the boy made a helmet out of a ping pong ball for the mouse to wear. I liked that because the boy was kind to the mouse. Read this book to find out the adventures of the mouse and the motorcycle.
--SRB
If I Built a Car by Chris Van Dusen
Fantasy
If I Built a Car is so funny you'll be laughing the whole time. My most favorite part was when the boy gave his dad a tour of his car. I liked it because it has so many cool pictures and features. I recommend this book to you if you like really cool car's like me.
--L.E.S.
If I Built a Car is so funny you'll be laughing the whole time. My most favorite part was when the boy gave his dad a tour of his car. I liked it because it has so many cool pictures and features. I recommend this book to you if you like really cool car's like me.
--L.E.S.
The Doorbell Rang by Pat Hutchins
Realistic Fiction
I think you should read this book. It is funny. My favorite part is when the doorbell rang and more people came to the house. Because they made cookies.
--J.N.
I think you should read this book. It is funny. My favorite part is when the doorbell rang and more people came to the house. Because they made cookies.
--J.N.
Friday, October 14, 2016
Dance Fairies #1: Bethany the Ballet Fairy by Daisy Meadows
Fantasy
I want you to read this book because it's a really fun book. It tells you about ... oops you better find out.
--ccn
I want you to read this book because it's a really fun book. It tells you about ... oops you better find out.
--ccn
Big Nate and Friends by Lincoln Peirce
Realistic Fiction
Big Nate is about a boy named Nate. His life is so bad. His dad is really DUMB! The problem is he can't find a girl that likes him. I feel so bad for him. The reason I like the book is because he makes funny facial expressions. I love this book. P.S. you better read the book to find out the rest.
-- I.S.J.
Big Nate is about a boy named Nate. His life is so bad. His dad is really DUMB! The problem is he can't find a girl that likes him. I feel so bad for him. The reason I like the book is because he makes funny facial expressions. I love this book. P.S. you better read the book to find out the rest.
-- I.S.J.
Charlotte's Web by E. B. White, Kate DiCamillo
Fantasy
I love Charlotte's Web. The cute part is... never mind because I almost told you half of the story. You will just have to find out. I bet you will love it if you read it.
---K.R.D.
I love Charlotte's Web. The cute part is... never mind because I almost told you half of the story. You will just have to find out. I bet you will love it if you read it.
---K.R.D.
Thursday, October 13, 2016
The Red-Headed League by Arthur Conan Doyle, Sir
This Book is about mystery. Do you like mystery? I do. My favorite part of the Book is when Sherlock catches the guy. It was amazing. I recommend this Book to anyone who loves mystery!
-- G C S
Big Nate and Friends by Lincoln Peirce
Realistic Fiction
Big Nate is about a boy named Nate. His life is so bad his dad is really DUMB! The problem is he can't find a girl that likes him. I feel so bad for him. The reason I like the book is because he makes funny facial expressions. I love this book.
--I.S.J.
Big Nate is about a boy named Nate. His life is so bad his dad is really DUMB! The problem is he can't find a girl that likes him. I feel so bad for him. The reason I like the book is because he makes funny facial expressions. I love this book.
--I.S.J.
Wednesday, October 12, 2016
The Tooth Fairy Wars by Kate Coombs
Realistic Fiction
The Tooth Fairy Wars is a awesome book. My favorite part is when Nathan trapped the tooth tooth fairy experts. I think you should read this book if you like realistic fiction.
-- S.R.P.
The Tooth Fairy Wars is a awesome book. My favorite part is when Nathan trapped the tooth tooth fairy experts. I think you should read this book if you like realistic fiction.
-- S.R.P.
Horrible Harry at Halloween by Suzy Kline
Realistic Fiction
Every Halloween Miss Mackle's class can't wait to see what Harry is for Halloween. Harry always has the best costume. I like how Miss Mackle's class scare Mr. Marks. I think you should read this book if you like Halloween.
-- C.R.M
Every Halloween Miss Mackle's class can't wait to see what Harry is for Halloween. Harry always has the best costume. I like how Miss Mackle's class scare Mr. Marks. I think you should read this book if you like Halloween.
-- C.R.M
Lucy Maud Montgomery by Alexandra Wallner
Biography
For Biography day I am Lucy Maud Montgomery. Twenty months after she was born her mother died. Then later her father left her to grandparents. Her life started out very lonely. She kept a journal while she was growing up. Then she lived with her father and stepmother. Her step mother made her do lot's of chores. But she still found time to write in her journal. I really like that she was really creative and smart. I also love that she based her books on her life.
-- s
For Biography day I am Lucy Maud Montgomery. Twenty months after she was born her mother died. Then later her father left her to grandparents. Her life started out very lonely. She kept a journal while she was growing up. Then she lived with her father and stepmother. Her step mother made her do lot's of chores. But she still found time to write in her journal. I really like that she was really creative and smart. I also love that she based her books on her life.
-- s
Tuesday, October 11, 2016
Santa's Smallest Elf by Jack Long
Fantasy
Have you ever been the shortest? I know I have. My favorite part was when Eddie the elf got a job because I thought it was awesome. I recommend this book if you like fantasy books.
-- G
Have you ever been the shortest? I know I have. My favorite part was when Eddie the elf got a job because I thought it was awesome. I recommend this book if you like fantasy books.
-- G
Monday, October 10, 2016
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Greg Heffley's by Jeff Kinney
Graphic Novel/Comic
He says in the front it's a diary, but it's really a journal. I like the cheese touch part. If you like funny books you will like this book.
--K.
He says in the front it's a diary, but it's really a journal. I like the cheese touch part. If you like funny books you will like this book.
--K.
Mooncake by Frank Asch
Fantasy
Have you ever seen a bear go to space? I haven't. My favorite part was when he went to space because it was really funny. I recommend you read this book if you like funny animal books.
-- ARB
Have you ever seen a bear go to space? I haven't. My favorite part was when he went to space because it was really funny. I recommend you read this book if you like funny animal books.
-- ARB
Friday, October 7, 2016
Happy Easter by Kurt Wiese
Fantasy
I think you should read this book because the really cute part is...Ah I need to remember not to tell you. But you should read the book Happy Easter.
--K.R.D.
I think you should read this book because the really cute part is...Ah I need to remember not to tell you. But you should read the book Happy Easter.
--K.R.D.
Happy Birthday, Moon by Frank Asch
Fantasy
I like this book because the Bear talks to the...oh I better not tell you. I recommend you read funny book
-- BC
I like this book because the Bear talks to the...oh I better not tell you. I recommend you read funny book
-- BC
The Doorbell Rang by Pat Hutchins
I think you should read this book. It is funny. My favorite part is when..oops I'm not going to tell you.
--JAP
Thursday, October 6, 2016
The Official Adventure Guide: Ash's Quest from Kanto to Kalos by Simcha Whitehill
Informational
Picachu was mean to Ash and then they became best friends. My favorite part was when Ash cout treeco ash is a really good pok'emon. I recommend you read this book if you like adventure and Pok'emon.
-- G.F.
Picachu was mean to Ash and then they became best friends. My favorite part was when Ash cout treeco ash is a really good pok'emon. I recommend you read this book if you like adventure and Pok'emon.
-- G.F.
More Spaghetti, I Say! by Rita Golden Gelman
Fantasy
I think you should read this book because there is a lot of spaghetti. Sometimes it gives you a headache. If you like spaghetti, I think you should read this book.
-- ALP
I think you should read this book because there is a lot of spaghetti. Sometimes it gives you a headache. If you like spaghetti, I think you should read this book.
-- ALP
Wednesday, October 5, 2016
Princess Academy by Shannon Hale
Fantasy
Did you ever want to be a princess? In this book Miri is sent to a academy. She and her best friend Britta and all the other girls in her village go through some hard times at the academy learning to follow the rules of being a princess. This book has adventure, love, robbers, balls and more so sit down and read a good book. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves fantasy.
--?
Did you ever want to be a princess? In this book Miri is sent to a academy. She and her best friend Britta and all the other girls in her village go through some hard times at the academy learning to follow the rules of being a princess. This book has adventure, love, robbers, balls and more so sit down and read a good book. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves fantasy.
--?
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