I think this is a unique and at times exceptionally well written fantasy. But I must admit that when reading it with an eye to my students, I found thI think this is a unique and at times exceptionally well written fantasy. But I must admit that when reading it with an eye to my students, I found the writing a bit dense and confusing, I am interested to see what the kids think, and if this one may appeal more to teachers and librarians than the kids?...more
Absolutely adorable and fun read. As Jessica starts Junior High, her super popular older sister gives her a list with tips meant to guide her to populAbsolutely adorable and fun read. As Jessica starts Junior High, her super popular older sister gives her a list with tips meant to guide her to popularity and success. What happens as Jessica attempts to follow this list is hilarious but also gut wrenching. Jessica navigates new and old friendships, boys and her very unique role on the CHEER TEAM. Jessica's voice has a ring authenticity which made me root for her, and in the end, Jessica finds her own way through it all. I really enjoyed this one, and think it will be a hit with our students....more
Absolutely delightful and sweet story about a boy named Billy and the everyday struggles of school and family life. Perfect for the early chapter bookAbsolutely delightful and sweet story about a boy named Billy and the everyday struggles of school and family life. Perfect for the early chapter book readers. Love everything that Kevin Henkes does. Nice to see a book by him for this group of readers. Looking forward to seeing the final book with the artwork....more
A beautifully crafted tale that alternates between the realistic world of Tommy in Plymouth, MA. and the far away world of the Valorim. Dark lords andA beautifully crafted tale that alternates between the realistic world of Tommy in Plymouth, MA. and the far away world of the Valorim. Dark lords and faceless O'Mondim, all have a very Tolkien feel, but weave into a tale of honor, bravery and redemption. I really enjoyed this and Schmidt's extraordinary writing....more
I had a hard time rating this one. It started off slow for me and I had a bit of a time keeping the characters voices straight, but the ending is wo
I had a hard time rating this one. It started off slow for me and I had a bit of a time keeping the characters voices straight, but the ending is wonderful and the writing fantastical. That is not really a word, I know but for me was a combination of magical and fantastic, which fits this fairy like book. I just hope the kids stick with the twists and turns to enjoy the way it all wraps up....more
A great follow up to his first, but also as a stand alone book. It is fun, slightly creepy with just the right amount of gorey parts. Kids will love iA great follow up to his first, but also as a stand alone book. It is fun, slightly creepy with just the right amount of gorey parts. Kids will love it....more
A thoroughly delightful re-telling of the classic tale of Beauty and the Beast. It is easy to understand why all my Wendy Mass titles are never on theA thoroughly delightful re-telling of the classic tale of Beauty and the Beast. It is easy to understand why all my Wendy Mass titles are never on the shelf in our library. Another wonderful, fun read....more
Loading...
