Monthly Archives: May 2015
Brett’s Letter Essay #11: “The Only Game”
I just finished the book “The Only Game” by Mike Lupica, a 310 page realistic fiction novel. The only game is about a 12 year old kid named Jack. He is going through a difficult time in his life were noboyd really understands him. His older brother died in a bike acciented and he is … Continue reading Brett’s Letter Essay #11: “The Only Game”
Ella’s Letter Essay #11 “Paper Towns”
Recently I read a book called Paper Towns by John Green. The book was 336 pages and the story is about On the outside Margo Roth Spiegelman is an adventurous, unconventional, and intelligent person. So when Margo sneaks into Quentin Jacobsen’s room one fateful night and involves him in her crazy plan to get revenge, … Continue reading Ella’s Letter Essay #11 “Paper Towns”
Tabitha’s Letter Essay #11: “The Power of Six”
I’ve finished reading Pittacus Lore’s The Power of Six a short while ago, and really enjoyed it…sort of. Well, due to the fact that I accidentally read the Fall of Five after I am Number Four may have something to do with the fact, but all in all this was a very good book. I … Continue reading Tabitha’s Letter Essay #11: “The Power of Six”
A Week in . . . Old Saybrook (teacher model)
LOCATION: Old Saybrook, Connecticut, is located in Middlesex County, where the Connecticut River meets Long Island Sound. The town is small: 15 square miles and only about 10,000 people live there year round, though many more people live or spend time there in the summer. CULTURE: In the summer, the town bustles with activity. Families … Continue reading A Week in . . . Old Saybrook (teacher model)
Robbie’s Letter Essay #11: “The Outsiders”
I have just finished reading “The Outsiders” By S:E Hilton 192 pages. This book is about a boy named Ponyboy and his gang. During this book they learn about family and friends over this moving book. The boys gang called the Greasers have rival gang called the Socs. The Socs are a bunch of spoiled … Continue reading Robbie’s Letter Essay #11: “The Outsiders”
Rebecca’s Letter Essay #11: “Stolen Children”
I recently read Stolen Children by Peg Kehret. I chose this book because I needed a mystery book, so Claire L., Claire M. and Maddy recommended this book to me. A Girl named Amy who recently finished all her baby sitting courses got a last minute recommendation to babysit a 3-year-old Kendra. Shortly after Amy … Continue reading Rebecca’s Letter Essay #11: “Stolen Children”
Erin’s Letter Essay #10: “A Long Walk to Water”
I just finished reading “A Long Walk to Water” by Linda Sue Park. This book is 121a pages long. I read this book because it had a good story plot and it had an interesting name. I decided to read this book because I loved the back and the cover page really interested me. Also … Continue reading Erin’s Letter Essay #10: “A Long Walk to Water”
James’s Letter Essay #11: “QB 1”
I have just finished reading the 261 page book QB 1 by Mike Lupica. I chose to read this book because I have read a lot of Mike Lupica’s other books and liked them so I wanted to give this one a try. The book is about a 14 year old boy named Jake Cullen, … Continue reading James’s Letter Essay #11: “QB 1”
Parker’s Letter Essay #11 “I Totally Funniest”
I just finished I Totally Funniest by James Patterson. It is 317 pages long and is realistic fiction book. I chose this book because I remember reading the previous book(s) to this series and really enjoyed it. I also chose this book because many people can relate to this book by being in middle school … Continue reading Parker’s Letter Essay #11 “I Totally Funniest”
Crina’s Letter Essay #11: “Wildwood”
This week I continue to read a book called “Wildwood” by Colin Meloy. It a 541 page fantasy book. So far I am enjoying the creativity and amazing characters in the book. In this book, Prue, has to go into the “Impassable Wilderness” to search for her brother who happened to be abducted by a … Continue reading Crina’s Letter Essay #11: “Wildwood”
Anthony’s Letter Essay #11: The Outsiders
I have just finished reading The Outsiders, a 180 page book by S.E. Hinton. I chose this book because it was a choice between this book and Stargirl, and I already read Stargirl, so I chose The Outsiders. Ponyboy is part of a teen gang in Oklahoma. Him and his friends are referred to as greasers. … Continue reading Anthony’s Letter Essay #11: The Outsiders
Rory’s Letter-Essay #11: Death Sentence
The book that I just finished reading was Death Sentence by Alexander Gordon Smith. This 261 page realistic fiction story is action packed and very suspenseful. I chose this book because this is the third book in the five book series, and I had just finished the second book in the series, Solitary. This book … Continue reading Rory’s Letter-Essay #11: Death Sentence
Bobby’s Letter Essay #11: Gollywhopper Games
I have just finished ready Gollywhopper Games by Jody Feldman this 332 page book was among the top books and with its tough puzzles and clues it well leave you thinking. This book is about Gil Goodson a 12 year old kid living a normal life. Then the incident happens (Can’t explain what it is … Continue reading Bobby’s Letter Essay #11: Gollywhopper Games
Sarah’s Letter Essay #11: “Bruiser”
I read the book Bruiser by by Neal Shusterman. This novel was very good. I thought this book was interesting especially the names of the characters. I chose this book because the cover popped out and i read the back and it seemed interesting so i read the first chapter and really liked it. Also … Continue reading Sarah’s Letter Essay #11: “Bruiser”
Kayleigh’s Letter Essay #11 The Raft
I have just finished reading The Raft by S.A. Bodeen. This book was a 231 page adventure and action book. I chose to read this book because it was recommended to me by a friend. This suspenseful book was about a teenage girl named Robie. She lives on an island and is staying with her … Continue reading Kayleigh’s Letter Essay #11 The Raft
Hanna’s Letter Essay #11: “Princess Plot”
I have just finished reading “Princess Plot” by Kirsten Boie, a 400-page fantasy novel. I really enjoyed reading this book because I have read it before but this time it just seemed so much different. In this novel Jenna has a very strict mom who won’t let her do anything and, against her mom’s wishes … Continue reading Hanna’s Letter Essay #11: “Princess Plot”
Johanna’s Letter Essay #11: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
I have just finished reading the book title Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K.Rowling. I have been wanting to get around to reading this book, and have been recommended by basically everyone I know, as well as everybody at the HKMS library. I could see why it is so popular, the book had … Continue reading Johanna’s Letter Essay #11: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
Robbie’s Letter Essay #10: “Fallen Angels”
I have recently finished reading the book called Fallen Angels by Walter Dean Myers. The book it 270 pages long. This book is about how a boy just out of high school joins the military. He joins during the Vietnam War. His name is Perry, on his journey through this story he meets many new people and new … Continue reading Robbie’s Letter Essay #10: “Fallen Angels”
Ian’s Letter-Essay #10: “A Jewish Soldier in Hitler’s Army”
I just finished reading the book “A Jewish Soldier In Hitlers Army”. I chose this book because i was at the book fair and i saw the title which is kind of an oxymoron and it intrigued me to look at the book and it looked pretty good. The book is pretty much about this … Continue reading Ian’s Letter-Essay #10: “A Jewish Soldier in Hitler’s Army”