Bibliotechies » Books

carascherzer — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 19:35:28 +0000

Frindle by Andrew Clements

carascherzer — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 06:56:23 +0000

When he decides to turn his fifth-grade teacher’s love of the dictionary around on her, clever Nick Allen invents a new word and begins a chain of events that quickly moves beyond his control.

Liz says:

“This fantastical, wonderful book is loved by everyone. Clements always finds a way to deliver important messages through totally entertaining stories. This is a must read.”

Fig Pudding by Ralph Fletcher

carascherzer — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 08:00:12 +0000

Cliff describes the excitement, conflict, and sudden tragedy experienced by his large and boisterous family during his eleventh year.

Liz says:

“I just bought this for my 4th grade son. I’ll let you know what we think. In the meantime, Ralph Fletcher is wonderful so I have big hopes for this one.”

Ella Enchanted by Gail Carson Levine

carascherzer — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 07:53:14 +0000

In this novel based on the story of Cinderella, Ella struggles against the childhood curse that forces her to obey any order given to her.

Liz says:

“Gail Carson Levine is fabulous! This is a totally entertaining story with interesting twists and turns to the familiar story. Girls love this. I haven’t seen the movie, but I have heard it’s good!”

Charlotte’s Web by E. B. White

carascherzer — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 07:46:36 +0000

Wilbur, the pig, is desolate when he discovers that he is destined to be the farmer’s Christmas dinner until his spider friend, Charlotte, decides to help him.

Liz says:

“This timeless classic is loved by all who read it. You will laugh and you’ll cry and everything in between.”

Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo

carascherzer — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 18:32:04 +0000

Ten-year-old India Opal Buloni describes her first summer in the town of Naomi, Florida, and all the good things that happen to her because of her big ugly dog Winn-Dixie.

Liz says:

“This is an amazingly touching and heartwarming story. It deals with some harsh realities in a very accessible way. It’s an easy book to read but I would most highly recommend it for 4th grade.”

Goodnight Moon & Runaway Bunny by Margaret Wise Brown

carascherzer — Sun, 31 May 2009 11:40:23 +0000

	The Runaway Bunny A little rabbit who wants to run away tells his mother how he will escape, but she is always right behind him. Liz says: *“Once again Brown gives a timeless treasure. The pacing of the story is just right and the reassuring message of home and love is beautiful.”*
	Goodnight Moon A little bunny says goodnight to each of the objects in the great green room before falling asleep. Liz says: *“This is probably one of the best known picture books for infants and toddlers. It is told with a lyrical cadence and is the perfect bedtime story.”*

The Runaway Bunny

A little rabbit who wants to run away tells his mother how he will escape, but she is always right behind him.

Liz says:

“Once again Brown gives a timeless treasure. The pacing of the story is just right and the reassuring message of home and love is beautiful.”

Goodnight Moon

A little bunny says goodnight to each of the objects in the great green room before falling asleep.

Liz says:

“This is probably one of the best known picture books for infants and toddlers. It is told with a lyrical cadence and is the perfect bedtime story.”