Showing posts with label drama. Show all posts
Showing posts with label drama. Show all posts

Thursday, October 17, 2013

The Giver
Lois Lowry

5 Stars - It's hard to imagine a better book!
Summary:
It is finally Jonas's year to get his first ever job. But when he is chosen to be the receiver he must face the truth of his life. Now he will feel pain, love and sorrow all in which he has never faced before.

Review:
I do not recommend this book to people that can not read a book that is extremely sad. This is probably the best book I have ever read. I hope you love this book just as much as I did.

Reviewed by Emily
Grade 5

Tuesday, October 1, 2013

Shadow

Shadow
Michael Morpurgo

5 Stars - It's hard to imagine a better book!

Summary:
Matt and his grandpa are determined to do what ever they can to prevent Aman and his mother from getting deported back to Afghanistan. Aman has suffered through a lot including losing one of his great friend Shadow. Shadow was a dog that led Aman and his mother through lots of countries all the way into England.Then six years later the police in England caught them and they were sent to a deportation center in England.


Review:
This book was sad and exciting at the same time. It really catches your emotion. I would recommend this book to people who like adventure. And there some chapters that I had to finish no matter what, it is a very thrilling story.

Reviewed by Sam
Grade 5

Tuesday, September 3, 2013

Wonder



Wonder
By R.J. Palacio

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

Summary: August Pullman was born with severe facial deformities. He has been homeschooled by his mother due to numerous surgeries and health issues, but now he is entering school for the first time as a 5th grader. Wonder takes us through Auggie’s first year at Beecher Prep and gives the reader an inside look at his celebrations and struggles.

Review: This book is told from various points of view. You get to hear from Auggie, his sister and several of his friends. I liked the different perspectives given by each of the characters. The story has a beautiful message and I think that all who read it will look at others in a new light. I feel this book would be an excellent choice for 4th-adult readers.

Reviewed by: Mrs. Gregersen