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=Skinny Bones by Barbara Park=

Genre: Humor
Series (Skinny Bones)
 * Reviewed by: DeAnthony G. 5th grade, Elsmere**
 * Review Posted on: 4/7/2011**

This book is about a boy named Alex Frankovitch. Alex is in 5th Grade. Alex is always getting into trouble and making jokes. Alex plays on a little league team, so does the new kid, T.J Stoner. Alex and T.J are in a battle. Alex has not won a baseball game yet. T.J has won every game he has pitched in. The whole school and TV station wants to know who will win. I think this book is good because it is funny. It is about little league and things that go on at school and at home in a boy’s life. I would recommend this book to everyone that likes to laugh. I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars.

=Matilda By Roald Dahl=

Genre: Fantasy

 * Reviewed by: Isabel G. 5th grade, Elsmere**
 * Review Posted on: 4/7/2011**

Matilda is a five year-old-girl who loves to read. Matilda lives with two parents and an older brother named Michael. None of her family members love her or even care about her. Like if she gets hurt, they would not care. Matilda is not in school yet but she really wants to be. Her parents will not let her because they say they can’t afford Matilda to go to school but they can afford school for Michael. But one day, at her fathers second hand car store, a women came and she he just happen to be a principle at a school in the area. Then after her father came home, he went to Matilda and said, “You are going to school.” But her father left out the principal was so mean. Will Matilda survive a whole year with the mean principal? I would recommend this book to the grades 3-5. Find out happens in the book called Matilda by Roald Dahl. I would give this book 4 stars. = = =Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer=

Genre: Science Fiction/ Fantasy/ Adventure
Series (Artemis Fowl)
 * Reviewed by: Brendan M. 5th Grade, Elsmere**
 * Review Posted on: 4/7/2011**

This book takes place on the world and under it ( L.E.P.Recon underground city). The main characters are Holly Short (an elf in the L.E.P.(Lower Elements Police), Recon) Commander Root (Holly’s boss), Foaly ( A centaur and technical genius ), Artemis Fowl ( 12 year old millionare evil genius ) and Butler (Artemis’ bodyguard ). The plot is the battle between Artemis trying to get gold and power and the L.E.P.recon trying to stop him. My opinion is that this is a good book. I like the action and the realistic fiction. I liked the technology alot. I would recommend this book to people who like realistic fiction ,action ,and mystery. I would recommend this book to people my age. Out of 5 stars I would rate this book as 5 stars.

=Strange Happenings by Avi=

Genre: Short Stories

 * Reviewed by: Laurel A. 5th grade, Elsmere**
 * Review Posted on: 4/7/2011**

Strange Happenings has 5 short stories within it. Bored Tom, Bebette The Beautiful, Curious, The Shoemaker and Old Scratch, and Simon. Bored Tom: Tom is a scratch years old, he had few interests little desires and almost had no energy. In school his teachers treated him fairly, he did what he was supposed to. He simply found life boring. What will Tom do to find out his little interests? Babette the beautiful: Queen Isabel wishes to have a baby. Time was passing. One day someone told Queen Isabel that there was a lady who just moved into the city. What does Esmerelda do? Why does the queen go to her? To find out read Strange Happenings: Babbet the Beautiful. Curious: Curious is about a boy name Jeff. Jeff never stops exploring and wondering. Jeff lives in a Middle sized town. He goes to every basketball game. Their teams name is Astros. The Astro’s uniforms were bright gray with purple trim. Want to find out more? Then read Strange Happenings Curious. The Shoemaker and Old Scratch: There was a poor shoemaker, he didn’t have many tools to work with and he had no place to work. He found a house, moved in to it, only to find that it was filled with mice. What does he do about this mice problem? Find out by reading strange happenings, the Shoemaker and Old Scratch. Simon, Simon was an only child. Both parents spoiled him. His parents had little money, but as he grew up he thought everything revolved around him. Could this become a problem as he grows up? Find out by reading strange happenings, Simon I love strange happenings! It was a mystery that kept you thinking, wondering and most important kept you reading. I would recommend this book to people who like short stories and like to think. I rate this book 5 stars

=The Witches By Roald Dahl=

Genre: Fantasy/ Humor

 * Reviewed by: Audrey K. 5th grade, Elsmere**
 * Review Posted On: 4/7/2011**

The Witches is about evil witches who try to come up with ways to all day long in their head to kill children. In other words wipe them out. The main characters in this book include Luke, his grandma, ordinary witches, and the most powerful one of all the witches, “The Grand High Witch” as everyone refers to her as. I like this book because it has a lot of potions, magic, and spells. I also like it because I like books with a hint of mystery in it and The Witches certainly has that. I would recommend this book to kids who like fantasy. I would rate this book 5 stars.

=A Dog’s Life (The autobiography of a stray) By Ann M. Martin=

Genre: Fantasy

 * Reviewed By: Svetlana R. 5th Grade, Elsmere**
 * Review Posted On: 4/7/2011**

If you love dogs you should read this wonderful book by a talented author named Ann M. Martin. This story is, of course, about dogs, stray dogs to be exact. Yet this book is about and focused on one, single dog named Squirrel. Squirrel was born a stray in an old garden shed. She and her brother, Bone and their mother live happily until Squirrel’s mother disappears and the pups are left to see the world on their own. They’ll meet dogs and humans both mean and nice and come across many dangers that will soon separate them! Will Squirrel ever find Bone? Will Squirrel survive by herself as a stray? Will Squirrel ever feel “at home” again? I love this book because I love dogs and because of the realistic features in it, both happy and sad. If you like books that make you both laugh and cry, read ‘A Dog’s Life’. I give this book 5 Stars

=Just Ella By Margaret Peterson Haddix=

Genre: Fantasy/ Fractured Fairytale

 * Reviewed by: Emma K. 5th grade, Elsmere**
 * Review Posted on: 4/7/2011**

Just Ella is a book about a girl named Ella. You may know her as Cinderella or Cinders – ella. This book stars out as the normal fairytale (except without any magic), but ends up much differently. Is Prince Charming really who she thinks he is? Does Ella really want to take on the challenges of being a princess? Read this book to find out. I really liked this book; not only is it fun to read, but it teaches you a lesson too. It teaches you that for every choice you make throughout your life there are other ones you could have made instead. Some change your life forever and some don’t change you at all. For instance, in the book Ella has to decide if she wants to be a princess/queen or just an average girl. I really liked this book because each chapter has something different, and you can never predict what is next. I would recommend this book to 5th graders looking for an easy read, 4th graders, and 3rd graders. I rate this book five stars. (one being the worst five being the best.)

=The Secret Language of Girls By Frances O’Roark Dowell=

Genre: Realistic Fiction

 * Reviewed by: Lauren V. 5th grade, Elsmere**
 * Review Posted on: 4/7/2011**

This book is great. The main characters are Kate and Marylin. They are best friends. They are both 11 years old and starting 6th grade. A family is moving in on Kate and Marylin’s street. They have a daughter named Flannery and she is starting 7th grade. She is a cheerleader. When they go back to school Kate doesn’t like Flannery, but Flannery talks Marylin into trying out for cheerleading. Now Flannery and Marylin are best friends and they are both ignoring Kate. Marylin is starting to act a little older now that she is friends with a 7th grader. Kate just wishes everything could be back to when Kate and Marylin were best friends and when everything wasn’t so complicated. I like this book a lot because it is about 2 girls my age and how friends can change in Middle School. I would recommend this book to girls ages 9-12. I would rate this book 5 stars.

=Firestar's Quest By Erin Hunter=

Genre: Fantasy
Series (Warrior)
 * Reviewed by: Tristan T. 5th grade, Elsmere**
 * Review Posted on: 4/7/2011**

Firestar, leader of ThunderClan, is haunted by a gray-white cat with a disturbing prophecy. There was a fifth Clan, known as SkyClan. Firestar must rebuild SkyClan, or is it too late? Find out in: Firestars quest. My first thought was ; it’s great !It has a lot of interesting characters, and some bloodshed. [depends witch book!]And lots of emotion! I recommend this book for fourth through fifth grade. I gave this book 5 stars.

= = =The Clockwork Three By Matthew J. Kirby=

Genre: Adventure/ Mystery

 * Reviewed by: Owen K. 5th grade, Elsmere**
 * Review Posted on: 4/7/2011**

The Clockwork Three is about three kids who all want something. Giuseppe is an orphaned street musician who wants a boat ticket home to Italy. Frederick is an apprentice clockmaker, and he can’t remember his past. He wants to complete one of the finest clockwork men in the world. Hannah is a maid at a fancy hotel, and Hannah must work very hard to keeping her family from starving. She hears about a treasure at the hotel, and she wants it. When their paths cross, they must trust each other to help each other. I thought this book was mostly good, but it was slow sometimes. The plot and characters were generally interesting, though Hannah was a little boring sometimes. I would give this book 4 out of 5 star. I would recommend is book to anyone over the age of 9. You should definitely read this book.

=THE RED PYRAMID BY RICK RIORDAN=

Genre: Adventure/Fantasy
Series (The Kane Chronicles)
 * Reviewed by: Dante P. 5th grade, Elsmere**
 * Review Posted on: 4/7/2011**

Since his mothers death six years Carters life has been very interesting. For example Carter and his father have been traveling around the world together and big tall men have been following them and every time one of those guys came close his father would grab his weird workbag and tell Carter to run. When Carter came back, all of the men would be on the floor. The worst part is when Carter visits his sister in England and his father gets trapped in a coffin by Osiris god of the dead .The rest is for you to read this wasn’t the best book by Rick R. So if you like Egypt and action this is the book for you. I gave it three stars.

= = =The Missing Book One: Found By Margaret Peterson Haddix=

Genre: Adventure/ Science Fiction
Series (The Missing Series)
 * Reviewed by: Joshua H. 5th grade, Elsmere**
 * Review posted by: 4/7/2011**

A thirteen year old adopted boy named Jonah goes on an adventure with his new friend Chip, who is also adopted, and his sister Katherine. Chip and Jonah are going on an adventure to find out what their real identity’s are. I thought this book was pretty good. It had some comedy but it was mainly a mystery. If you like an edge-of-your seat mystery, this book is for you. I would give this book 4 stars. Where are they from? Why are they here? To find out read Found.

= = =Dork diaries: tales from a not so popular party girl By: Rachel Renee Russel=

Genre: Humor
Series (Dork Diaries)
 * Reviewed by: Emily Z. 5th Grade, Elsmere**
 * Review Posted on: 4/7/2011**

When Nikki’s life just seems to be getting better the meanest girl in Nikki’s school, and perhaps the world, finds another way to ruin Nikki’s life. Now Nikki is stuck with 4 parties, 2 friends (Chloe and Zoey), and her crush (the popular Brandon) to deal with. Of course now there’s MacKenzie, humiliating Nikki. Now that’s a recipe for disaster. I really enjoyed this book because I could really relate to Nikki. I also liked this because it made me laugh, mostly because of MacKenzie. I would really recommend this book to any tween girl who needs a laugh and someone to relate to, fictional or not. I gave this book 4 ½ stars. ( out of 5, 1 being the worst and 5 being the best)

Genre: Historical Fiction/ Mystery

 * Reviewed by: Olivia P. 5th grade, Elsmere**
 * Review Posted on: 4/7/2011**

This is a great book about a girl named Mary Lennox. She was sent to Misselwaite Manor to live with her Uncle, who everyone describes as “terrible.” Mary was used to being pampered, despite her unattractive features, like her yellow tinted skin. Mary’s mother didn’t like her daughter, so Mary was taken care of by “her” Ayah. Mary was sent away, and overhears that there is a secret garden. She asks people to give her more information, but she doesn’t find out anything from any of them. To find out what happens throughout the book, you have to read it for yourself. I love this book because it is very unpredictable. I loved it, but I have to admit that it was slow in the beginning. This is a great book for people who like mystery, and a good old classic book. If you are into these things, you will most likely like this book. I rated it four and a half stars.

=Percy Jackson and the Olympians By Rick Riordan.=

Genre: Adventure/ Fantasy
Series (the Percy Jackson series)
 * Reviewed by: Aaron S. 5th grade, Elsmere**
 * Review Posted on: 4/7/2011**

There's a boy named Percy Jackson who’s a half blood who goes to a prep school and abnormal thing’s happen when least expected. He goes into a gym and thinks he’s doing a normal game of dodge ball but, it ends up turning into a duel to the death with giant cannibal monsters. As always Percy must now go on another life or death quest. This amazing quest is filled with adventure, action, a Cyclops, guinea pigs, poison, killer sheep, and an unexpected visitor. I suggest this awesome book to 8 to 16 year olds. If you seek adventure grab this book now and check it out now!!!!!!! IRATE THIS 5 STARS.

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= = =Loser by Jerry Spinelli=

Genre: Humor/ Realistic Fiction
I read Loser by Jerry Spinelli. This book is about a boy named Donald Zinkoff. He is different than the other kids. Like he falls down with laughter over the word jabip. He always has the wrong answers in class and he throws up a lot. Will he find a way to stop this? Read Loser to find out. I loved this book because it was funny in a lot of ways. I suggest this book to anyone who finds humor in the little things. I think this book would be appropriate for anyone grades 3 and up. I rate this book five out of five stars.
 * Reviewed by: Cameron S. 5th Grade, Elsmere**
 * Reviewed posted on: 4/1/2011**

= = = Harry Potter and the chamber of Secrets by J.K. Rowling =

Genre: Fantasy
Series (Harry Potter) This book starts off with Harry being trapped with his muggle family, the Dursley’s. Ron [who is one of his best friends] comes threw by rescuing Harry. When Harry and Ron got to the train station. The wall to get to the Hogwarts express was blocked, but they found another way to school. During the day a cat was petrified. There were rumors that the chamber of secrets had been opened. Close after that there was 5 more attacks. One of them was Hermione Harry’s and Ron’s Friend. One day Harry picked up an old diary. It took him back in time. When Harry got back, he needed answers. So he and Ron went in to the forest. Find out what happened next by reading the book. I liked this book because Harry was so loyal and friendly to everyone. I also liked it because in every chapter there was something new and exiting. If you’ve watched the movie, read the book!!! It’s way different. So I would recommend this book to people who watched the movie and people who like cliffhangers. I rate this book 4 out of 5 stars.
 * Reviewed By: T.J. T. 5th Grade, Elsmere **
 * Review Posted on: 4/1/2011 **

=Freak The Mighty by Rodman Philbrick=

Genre: Realistic fiction

 * Reviewed by: Jack S. 5th Grade, Elsmere**
 * Review posted: 4/1/2011**

Freak the Mighty is about a kid named Max who eventually meets his true friend named Freak. Max is really tall and strong but doesn’t have quite knowledge about, anything! Freak is small and smart, but he’s a little bit of a Quaker. They met by Max moving into this new town and on his first day of school and sees freak, asks him a few questions and PLOP! They’re friends. Later in the book Freak sees one of the biggest troublemaker in town. But since Max moved in they stood up to him and defeated him that’s how they became the team Freak The Mighty! Honestly, I love this book its like one of those books that you’ll never forget. I definitely will never forget. I would recommend this book to grades 4-6, and I give this book 4 stars! Book review by Jack Soares

=When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead=

Genre: Mystery/ Science Fiction
Newbery Award winner 2010 I had no idea what I was getting into when I picked p this Newbery Award Winner, but right away I knew I was going to like it. Its short chapters, and fast pace make for a really fast read. As you get to know the main character Miranda, you also get to know her whole neighborhood, her old best friend Sal who lives down stairs, her mother practicing to win a game show, her mother's boyfriend Richard, who is not quite perfect, and the crazy man who lives on the corner of her block. Everything starts to go wrong when Marcus a boy who lives down the street punches Sal in the stomach on the way home, for what seems to be no reason at all! Sal stops speaking to Miranda, and she keeps running into Marcus! As she gains an loses friends she also starts receiving secret notes from someone who knows a little too much about her life, but claims they are going to save her friend. Who is writing these notes? How do they know so much about her? And who do they think needs saving? And what does the crazy guy on the corner have to do with any of it???? There is only one way to find out! Read When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead, find it the Newbery Section of the Library!
 * Reviewed by: Mrs. Rappoccio**
 * Review Posted on: 3/29/201**

= = =The Gold Dust Letters By: Janet Taylor Lisle=

**Review Posted on: 3/29/2011**
I like this book a lot. I think grades three and up would be a good reading level. I think you would enjoy this book if you like mystery. This book is a mystery you just half to wait to find out. Angela keeps finding gold dust letters. Whenever she opens the letter gold dust comes out. It doesn’t matter how many times she opens it the dust reappears and Angela doesn’t know how!!! I really enjoyed this book I give it 4 stars. I hope you enjoy it!

=The Ugly truth By Jeff Kinney=

Genre: Humor
Series (Diary of a Wimpy Kid) People 7-10 who like comedy might like to read this book. This book was about Greg and Rowley and how they keep getting in trouble. They both are not friends anymore so they do anything together. Rowley and Greg always try to keep getting each other in trouble. I liked this book because it is very funny and there is a lot of comedy. On a scale of 1-5 I would rate it a 5.
 * Reviewed By: Brian B. 4th Grade, Clarksville**
 * Review Posted on: 3/29/2011**

=Found by Margaret Peterson Haddix=

Genre: Science Fiction
Series (The Missing) I think people who like science fiction and action would like this book. A good grade level would be 3rd to 6th grade. The book is mostly about time travel. People are trying to steal kids and put them in the right time in history because 13 years ago they had been sent back in time. I liked this book because it was a good grade level for me and it was action-packed.
 * Reviewed by: Noah T. 4th Grade, Clarksville**
 * Review posted on: 3/29/2011**

= __Storm Warning By Linda Sue Park__ =

G enre: Adventure
Series (39 Clues) I think people who read this book should be eight and up and if you like mysteries and adventure books. In this book there are a lot of life or death situations. Finding the ninth clue ends up being really close. Amy and Dan are the main characters and they have lots of evil cousins. I rate this book five out of five stars because it leaves you at the end of your seat.
 * Reviewed by: Anthony C. 4th Grade, Clarksville**
 * Review Posted on: 3/29/2011**

= Our favorite Stories from Around the World By Jamila Gavin =

Genre: Fairy tales/ Short Stories
My favorite story in this book is “The Simple Saame Man” because the man’s daughter takes care of herself. In ”Witch of the Sands ” 3 young boys get kidnapped. I also like ” Gulnara the Warrior “ because a girl becomes a samurai and in ” The Corn Maidens ” 6 sisters make the corn flourish .If you like animals you might not like “Coming of the Raven “. I think this book is for people who are learning or want to learn about different cultures. This book is for pretty much all reading levels. I like this book because it includes lots of cultures!
 * Reviewed by: Sarah C. 4th Grade, Clarksville**
 * Review Posted on: 3/29/2011**

=__The First Escape__ by G. P. Taylor=

Genre: Adventure/ Graphic Novel
Series (The Dopple Ganger Chronicles) People who like mystery and action will like this book. I would recommend this book for ages 7 and up. There are two girls that are twins and one boy. The girls got separated. There's a couple mean ladies. I like this book because I like thick books and action and the two girls always in mischief. I would rate this book this book 4 stars
 * Reviewed by: Trevor C. 4th Grade, Clarksville**
 * Review Posted on: 3/29/2011**

=Diary Of A Wimpy Kid The Ugly Truth By Jeff Kinney=

Genre: Humor
Series (The Diary of a Wimpy Kid) In the book, Greg the main character is going to a middle school with some of his friends and that does NOT work out well. Rowley Greg’s ex friend wants to be just like him so he wears the same clothes as Greg and they both get laughed at. Even at home things go wrong.
 * Reviewed by: Jack B. 4th Grade, Clarksville**
 * Review Posted on: 3/29/2011**

= 39 Clues book 10: Into the Gauntlet by Margaret Peterson Haddix =

Genre: Adventure
Series (39 Clues) **Reviewed by: Sophia C. 4th Grade, Clarksville** **Review Posted on: 3/29/2011** People who like this series are people who like mystery and adventure for the grade level 3rd – 5th grade. The battle is raging on the 39 Clues there trip takes the to England where their Parents murderer Isabel Kabra lives. The other branches hate the Madrigals. Will they find out the truth about them? To find out read the book. On a scale from 0-5 I would give this series a 5 because they are entertaining and they almost never get boring.

= __The Secrets of Droon: The Moon Scroll by **Tony**__ __Abbott__ =

Genre: Fantasy
Series (The Secrets of Droon) **Reviewed by: Josh F. 4th Grade, Clarksville** **Review posted on: 3/29/2011** The people who like magic ages five and up should read this book. Galen’s gone to lord sparr’s evil under world to defend himself. There’s been hidden for many years in lord evil under world. They use magic a lot yes I like this because I like to do magic I gave plenty of deatailes. I gave this book 4 stars.

= = = **__Double Fudge By Judy Blume__** =

**Genre: Humor**
**Series (Fudge)** = = Reviewed by ~Piper G.~ 4th Grade, Clarksville Review posted on: 3/29/2011 __Double Fudge__ is about Fudge always wanting more and more money, so Fudge makes up his own bank With millions and trillions of money. Fudge thinks he can spend his own money but that’s for you to figure out if he can spend his money. Fudge is always doing crazy things, so read his adventures. I recommend this book to people 3rd- 5th grade and people who like comedy. I liked __Double Fudge__ Because I would love to open my own bank. I would give this book a four, for its description.

=Harry potter and the sorcerer’s stone by j.k. Rawling=

Genre: Fantasy
Series (Harry Potter) I think this is a good book for grades 3 and up, who like fantasy books and wizards that get scary as Harry and his friends get older. This story is about Harry and his friends trying to find The Sorcerer’s stone. Harry does not know that he is a wizard; Harry stays with the Dursly’s over the summer the Durslys hate Harry and Harry hates them. I like this book because you can use your imagination. You just might like it.
 * Reviewed by: Sophia H. 4th Grade, Clarksville**
 * Review Posted on: 3/29/2011**

=__Falling Up__ by Shel Silverstein=

Genre: Humor/Poetry
I really like this book. I think people who like poetry and humor would definitely like this book. This book is for kids in second grade to fifth grade. I think so because I thought it was hilarious for grade school children. This book was kind of mature. I give this book a total 5 stars out of 5 stars.
 * Reviewed by: Callie K. 4th Grade, Claksville**
 * Review Posted on: 3/29/2011**

= = =Alvin Ho Allergic to camping, And Other Natural Disasters! By: Lenore Look=

Genre: Humor
Series (Alvin Ho) = =
 * Reviewed by: Anna P. 4th Grade, Clarksville**
 * Review Posted on: 3/29/2011**
 * I just finished reading Alvin Ho #2. The people who should read this book are people who do not like camping. I think people ages 5-10 and people who like realistic fiction or comedy should read this book. It’s about how Alvin Ho has to go camping but the problem is that he HATES camping. Alvin is not only scared of camping he’s scared of everything else too. Does Alvin go camping? Well you will have to find out. I like this book because I like comedy. I rate this book 5 stars!**

=In Too Deep by Jude Watson=

Genre: Adventure
Series (39 Clues) Reviewed by: Ethan R. 4th Grade, Clarksville Review Posted on: 3/29/2011 I think this is a book for ages 8 and up who like mystery and adventure. In this book Amy and Dan meet their uncle Shep. While they’re trying to find the next clue they find out who killed their parents and also someone dies. I would rate this book a 3 out of 5 because it could have been better. But it is still shocking.

=__The Pet Sitters Club By Tessa Kraaling__=

Genre: Realistic Fiction
series (The Petsitters Club) Reviewed By: Langston W. 4th Grade, Clarksville Review Posted on: 3/29/2011 1st and 2nd graders should read this book. It will be a great or intrusting book, if you like animals and you like clubs. One day Sam was in her garden and said that she hates gardening and weeding. Then Matthew came down the block and Matthews dog sniffed Sam’s garden. The next day when Sam got to school their principal Mr. Ghram was waiting for them. When Sam got home she asked her dad for a dog. But he said no. I think the reason she can’t get a dog is because they have a garden and some dogs can ruin gardens. I gave these book 5 stars because it gave a lot of details.

= Daniel boom aka loud boy by David Steinberg =

Genre: Adventure/ Graphic Novel
Series (Daniel Boom) **Reviewed by: William P. 4th Grade, Clarksville** **Review Posted on: 3/29/2011** In this book a boy named Daniel is a super hero. If you like fiction you would like this book. I like it because it is funny. Daniel aka loud boy has to save the kids in Stillvillel elementary from Miss Grosswiear. The next day Miss Grosswiear makes mac and cheese and it has something called polite powder in it and it makes the kids say pleas and thank you. Than Daniel’s uncle makes a antidote and reminds his friends who they are.

=Diary Of A Wimpy Kid By Jeff Kinney=

Genre: Humor
Series (Diary of a Wimpy Kid) I recommend this book to kids who like comedy and to first grade and up. Three details about the story is Greg gets the “talk” from Gammie, where gammie tells Greg about the awkward years where he finds his body changing. Also Greg has to go to Uncle Gary’s wedding and be the assistant flower boy. Jordan Jury has a party that Greg can’t go to. I rated this book four stars.
 * Reviewed by: James T. 4th Grade, Clarksville**
 * Review Posted on: 3/28/2011**

= __Ivy + Bean Doomed To Dance__ by Annie Barrows =

Genre: Humor
Series (Ivy + Bean) Reviewed by: Brianna P. 4th Grade, Clarksville Review Posted on: 3/28/2011 Grades: 2nd through 4th I also think that kids that like __Sister magic__ would like __Ivy + Bean__. In this story __Ivy + Bean__ beg their parents to take ballet but end up hating it and are not aloud to quit! One day they make a plan and are going to stay at a museum until the show is over. Are they going to get caught? I rate this book a 4 out of 5!

=Froggy’s Halloween by Jonathan London=

Genre: Humor
Series (Froggy) This book is called __Froggy’s Halloween__. I recommend this book to 1st grade and up. And if you like frogs this is a book for you. Froggy woke up and thought it was Halloween and he got all dressed up and then his mommy told him to get undressed because it was not Halloween. And didn’t know what to dresses up in. I gave this book a 3 because it is not the best book or the worst book.
 * Reviewed by: Alex P. 4th grade, Clarksville**
 * Review Posted on: 3/28/2011**

=A to Z Mystery: The Zombie Zone By Ron Roy=

Genre: Mystery
Series (A to Z Mysteries)
 * Reviewed By: Yuki N. Gr. 4, Clarkville**
 * Review Posted on: 3/28/2011**

Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose went to a camp and they slept in the woods. They saw a sign that said “Zombie Zone” and also a man who had a flashlight, who wore dark clothes, had a light hair, and was tall in the cemetery in the woods. They found three suspects who matched the man in the cemetery. Read the book to find out whom the zombie is!!

I would recommend this book to a person who likes to read Mystery and also grade 2 and up. I would give this book 4 stars because it kept me wondering who the man was and I felt like I could never stop reading. It also had a lot of details in it.

= __THE LIGHTNING THIEF__ by Rick Riordan =

Genre: Adventure/ Fantasy
Series (Percy Jackson and the Olympians) Reviewed by: Zach M. 4th grade, Clarksville Review Posted on: 3/28/2011 This great book is called __THE LIGHTNING THIEF__. The author of the book is Rick Riordan. I thought this book has lot’s of good details.It kept me on the edge of my seat the hole way through. This book was so good that I could make a picture in my head. I think you should read the book then watch the movie. Percy Jackson is the son of posiden. Zeus thinks that Percy stole his lightning bolt. Percy and his friend have ten days to give it back. At Summer Solstice they have to give it back. I would recommend this book to kids 7 and up. This book is a great book for you if you like mystery and fantasy!

= = =RED DOG by Bill Wallace=

Genre: Adventure
Reviewed by: Alexis M. 4th grad, Clarksville Review Posted on: 3/28/2011 I would recommend this book to 2nd and 5th graders who like thrillers. This book is about a boy and a dog. The dog is very clumsy. The boys name is Adam. Adam really wants a hunting dog but he didn’t get one. Now he has a step- dad but doesn’t like him because he miss’s his other dad. To find out more read the book. I liked this book because it keeps you on the end of your seat. The whole book is amazing. The beginning is slow but the end is exciting. I rate this book 5 stars.

= = = THE TRUE STORY OF THE THREE LITTLE PIGS by Jon Scieszka =

Genre: Fantasy/Fairytale
I would rate this book 3 stars. I recommend this book to kindergarten and up. I would read this to kids that hate pigs and love wolves. Once upon a time a wolf was making a birthday cake and he ran out of sugar. He went to a pig for sugar but the pig said go away, he huffed and puffed and the house fell down and he ate the dead pig he went to another and another and the same thing happened. The next day the newspaper framed him and he was thrown in prison.
 * Reviewed by: Nick M. 4th Grade, Clarksville**
 * Review Posted on 3/28/2011**

= J unie B., First Grader (at last!) by Barbara Park =

Genre: Humor
series (Junie B. Jones) Reviewed by: Christine M. 4th Grade, Clarksville Review Posted on: 3/28/2011

I think students in first grade to third grade would like this book. First grade is new for Junie B. and she thinks her best friends aren’t her best friends anymore. First grade is not going so well. At one point she starts to get more compfortable for her. Byt then things get worse for Junie B., can’t she see what the other kids see? Does she need glasses? Find out what happens next. I did like this book because it was really funny at time and It made me predicting. I would give this 3 stars. I hope you like this book! J

= The Sea of Monsters By Rick Riordan =

Genre: Adventure/ Fantasy
Series (Percy Jackson and the Olympians) **Reviewed by: Samantha K. 4th grade, Clarksville** **Reviewed posted on: 3/28/2011** Grades 3 and up will enjoy this book if they enjoy action, humor, and suspence. Percy has to make a quick escape to Camp Half-Blood and he learns that monsters can get in to camp. Then one night Poseidon claims Percy’s new friend but he is a Cyclops. To save his camp Percy, with Annabeth and his new half-brother, sneaks out of camp to find Grover and the Golden Fleece. I would rate this book 5 stars.

=A To Z Mysteries The Orange Outlaw By Ron Roy=

Genre: Mystery
Series (A to Z Mysteries) You should read this book if you are in 3rd and up. Dink and his to friends went to Dink’s uncles house. Someone took uncle Warren’s painting that he was taking care of for his friend. Dink and his two friends are trying to find the painting. Read the book to find out who stole the painting. I loved this book because I like mysteries and I like to read Ron Roy’s books. I would rate this book five stars because it was a really good book.
 * Reviewed by: Jenna H. 4th grade, Clarksville**
 * Reviewed on: 3/28/2011**

**__Junie B. Jones Has a Peep In Her Pocket!!__**

Ashley G. **By: Barbara Parks** 4th Grade, Clarksville Grades: K-2 This is a very Funny book!!! One day Junie B. Jones went to school and her teacher said that they were going on a field trip. Junie B. Jones asked where they were going to go. Mrs. (Junie`s teacher who she calls Mrs. Mrs., because that is what her teacher wanted her to call her) said that they were going to go on a field trip to a farm!! Junie B. Jones freaked out!! She hated to go to farms. What will happen next?? Will she be okay? Or will she not go?? Find out what will happen next by reading the book. I really liked this book because Junie B. Jones is always getting into trouble and having problems!!! I would like to give this book 5 stars because it is a funny and fast paste book!!!!

=Where the Mountain Meets the Moon by Grace Lin=

Genre: Fantasy/ Fairytale
Grades 3 and up __Where the Mountain Meets the Moon__ is a Newbery honor book, it is a wonderful mixture of modern story telling and ancient Chinese mythology. It is also the adventure of a young girl, Minli, whose family lives at the base of Fruitless Mountain. They are a poor family, but her father tells her many stories. Minli wants to change her family's fortune and sets out to speak with the man in the moon, and change her destiny. She makes many interesting friends on the way, including a dragon! She also learns many lessons. This coming of age story teaches a valuable lesson about what is truly important in life, and is full of stories within stories within stories, just like the stories we have to tell about our own lives, and our own lessons! Look for it in the Newbery section of our library! = = = = = = =Fablehaven Rise of the Evening Star By Brandon Mull=
 * Reviewed by : Mrs. Rappoccio**
 * Review Posted on: 3/28/2011**

Genre: Fantasy
Series (Fablehaven) For kids in the 4th grade and up who likes fantasy. Kendra and Seth staying at Fablehaven because an imp attacked their Grampa. Gluten eats Seth. I liked this book because I love fantasy. I rated these five stars because I love fantasy! If you want more you should read the book.
 * Reviewed by: Raymond F. 4th Grade, Clarksville**
 * Review Posted on 2/28/2011**

=The Sisters Grimm The Unusual Suspects By Michael Buckley=

Genre: Mystery/ Fantasy
Series (The Sisters Grimm) I was so surprised when I finished __The Unusual Suspects__. I can’t believe how the story ended. Sibrina and Daphne Grimm are getting closer and closer to master of the scarlet hand (an evil organization). But when Sabrina’s teacher is murdered with a blood red handprint. The Grimm’s have a new mystery on their hands.
 * Reviewed by: Evan F. 4th grade, Clarksville**
 * Review Posted on: 3/28/2011**

=__Goosebumps The Horor at camp Jellyjam__ by R.L Stine=

Genre: Horror
series (Goosebumps)

**Review Posted on 3/28/2011**
People who like scary and creepy stories and who are ages 7 and up Should read this book. Elliot and his sister Wendy were going on a trip. Wendy and Elliot get in a trailer then the trailer gets unhooked. They get stranded in nowhere. They go to camp Jellyjam and find out that it’s a scary place. Can Elliot and Wendy get out alive before King Jellyjam eats them? Can their parents find them? I liked the book because it was interesting and scary. And easy to understand. I would rate this book 4 stars.

= = JELLABY By Kean Soo

Genre: Fantasy/ Graphic Novel
Usually 2ed to 3erd graders would like this book. This book is a comic book so you will have to like comic books!!! This story is about a Dino/dragon found in the woods by a girl walking home from school one day. The Dino/Dagon looked sad so the girl took him home. The girl does not want to show her mom because the girl would get in lots of trouble. The girl takes the Dino/Dragon to her friends house and names it JELLABY. They find out that Jellaby belongs to the circus. Now they have to return him to the circus. I rate this book 5 stars because it was very funny
 * Reviewed by: Michael C. 4th grade Clarksville**
 * Review posted on: 3/28/2011**

=Double Play at Short Stop by Matthew Christopher=

Genre: Sports
Grades 3-6 should read it. Danny is in the game. They are on the field a lot. There is a lot of people on the field. Danny is on the Jaguars. They keep going on the field. I did not like the book because I thought it was boring. I gave the book 2 stars.
 * Reviewed By: Darren B. 4th Grade, Clarksville**
 * Review posted on: 3/28/2011**

=Tales of a Forth Grade Nothing by Judy Blume=

Genre: Humor
Series (Fudge) Reviewed by: Joseph R. 5th grade, Elsmere This book is about Fudge, a two-year-old, and Peter Hatcher, a nine year old fourth grader. The setting is in New York City. Fudge is Peter’s younger brother who is always causing mischief. Peter thinks Fudge is annoying. Peter’s parents think Fudge is adorable but they think Pete isn’t being very nice to Fudge. I think this book is hilarious because it has some funny parts in it like when Fudge ruined Peter’s project for school. I also think it’s cool. I’d recommend this book to my Uncle Peter because he’s funny, too. I’d rate this book 5 stars. One time on the school playground, Fudge was pretending to be a bird but he fell down and lost two of his top front teeth. Another time, Fudge was in the new Toddle-Bike commercial. Mr. Hatcher, who is Peter’s father, was an advertising executive. When it was time to shoot the commercial, Fudge wouldn’t do anything. So Peter rode it for him. Then Fudge did what Peter did. Peter saved the day. Another time in the movie theater, Peter and Fudge saw a movie about bears but Fudge wanted to pet the bears. So Fudge got out of his seat and went to the screen to pet the bears. The film stopped and Peter searched for Fudge and found him. The film started again and Fudge didn’t pet them anymore. One of the reasons I like this book is that like Peter I am an older brother. Sometimes my little brother annoys me too, but my younger brother, Charlie, causes a lot less trouble than Fudge does. = =
 * Review posted on: 3/25/2011**

=Fabelhaven by Brandon Mull=

Genre: Fantasy
series (Fablehaven) Kendra and her brother Seth have to go to their grandparents house because their other grandparents died. They said when they die all the parents have to go on a cruise. Kendra and Seth have to stay at their grandparent’s house. For some reason they never see them together. Will they see Grandma or Grandpa Sorenson? Will it be a normal stay for Kendra and Seth or NOT? I recommend this book to people who like Fantasy in grades 4 – 6th grade. I would rate this book 5 STARS!!!!!!
 * Reviewed by: Sophia D. Mrs. Jones' 4th grade Clarksville Elementary**
 * Review Posted on**: **2/28/2011**

=39 Clues #7 The Viper’s Nest by Peter Lerangis=

Genre: Adventure
Series (39 Clues)

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I recommend that you read The Viper’s Nest. In this book Amy and Dan go to South Africa. They go to South Africa after suffering the loss of Irina Spasky. At the end of this book you will find out what branch Amy and Dan are. Are they Lucian, Tomas, Ekaterina, Janus, or maybe even Madrigal? Read this book to find out. I really liked this book to children 8 and up who like adventure books. I hope you read this book and enjoy it. I recommend to read the first 6 books before you read this book.
 * Reviewed by Ronan J. Mrs. Jones' 4th grade Clarksville Elementary**
 * Review posted on: 2/28/2011**

=The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate by Jaqueline Kelly=

Genre: Historical Fiction
Newbery Honor Book 2010 Calpurnia Tate (or Callie V) is one of 7 children, and the only girl! We meet her as she is turning 12 in 1899 in Texas. Her father owns and farm and her retired grandfather spends most of his time ignoring his grandchildren and working on crazy science experiments in his laboratory. Callie's mother is trying her hardest to make Callie into a fine young lady but Callie V just wants to explore the world around her. She is not your average girl, who likes knitting, and embroidery and doing her hair, she likes swimming in the river, and observing the bugs and animals around her home. Callie finally connects with her grandfather over the study of nature and they work together to try and discover new species, both excited by Charles Darwin's new book //The Theory of Evolution//. But Callie must also struggle with the idea that she is supposed to grow up to be a mother and a wife, and NOT a scientist. This is an exciting time in our history with the Darwin's work being discussed on a global scale and Henry Ford inventing the new automobile. This book was a wonderful read, full of humor and discovery, a wonderful way to learn about the past without ever having to leave the present. Will Callie be able to find a way to please her parents and get what she really wants out of life, or is she destined to become what her mother wants, even if it is her worst nightmare? Will her Grandfather come to her rescue? Read //The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate// to find out.
 * Grade Level 4th & up**
 * Reviewed by Mrs. Rappoccio**[[image:http://covers.openlibrary.org/w/id/6297032-L.jpg width="159" height="225" align="right"]]
 * Reviewed on: 2/14/2011**

=The Stone Keeper by Kazu Kibuishi=

Genre: Adventure & Fantasy/ Graphic Novel
SERIES: Amulet Book 1 If you are looking for a new graphic novel, or a new fantasy adventure this would be an excellent choice! Though the book starts with a move from the city to the country so this small family can make a new start it quickly twists into a fantasy adventure. Emily and Navin have moved out to there great grandfather's house with their mother, and this house is full of secrets and dangers. Their mother explains that her grandfather was an eccentric inventor who disappeared years ago never to be heard from again. As they are off exploring the house on their own Emily is presented with a necklace that seems to speak to her, she puts it on and hides it under her shirt and almost immediately the fun begins! There is a strange noise in the basement and Emily and Navin's mother goes to see what the commotion is and is kidnapped by a large fantastical creature and stolen off into the depths of a tunnel that leads out of the basement into a whole new world. Emily and Navin chase after her to save her. On their journey they discover new territory, with creatures they have never seen before, and Emily is given a proposition by someone she has never met but someone who has been waiting for her very patiently for years now. Find out who this someone one is and whether or not Emily takes them up on their offer in this thrilling story of a girl who is determined to keep her family safe.
 * Grade level: 2nd & up**
 * Reviewed by : Mrs. Rappoccio**
 * Reviewed on: 1/10/2011 [[image:http://www.scholastic.com/amulet/images/cvStoneKeeper.jpg width="163" height="224" align="right"]]**

= = = = = = =The Mysterious Benedict Society and The Perilous Journey by Trenton Lee Stuart=

Genre: Adventure & Science Fiction
SERIES: Mysterious Benedict Society Book 2
 * Grade Level: 4th & up**
 * Reviewed by: Mrs. Rappoccio**[[image:http://images.betterworldbooks.com/031/The-Mysterious-Benedict-Society-and-the-Perilous-Journey-9780316057806.jpg width="183" height="272" align="right"]]
 * Reviewed on: 1/10/2011**

If you enjoyed the first book in The Mysterious Benedict Society series by Trenton Lee Stuart, then you are in for a treat! The second book is just as captivating and thrilling as the first. At the end of the first book we saw these special children: Reynie Muldoon, Kate Weatherall, George (sticky Washington), and Constance Contraire, find homes of there own to return to, but you better believe they have missed seeing each other everyday. Now they are all planning a get together that Mr. Benedict has arranged and they are very, very excited about it. As they prepare to leave for this reunion at Mr. Benedict's house they miss an urgent message from Rhonda telling them that there has been an incident and it is too dangerous to come!!! By the time they get to the house they discover that though Mr. Benedict has planned a scavenger hunt that will take them around the globe he himself has gone missing and they are afraid he has been kidnapped by his arch nemesis Ledroptha Curtain. Now it is up to the children to head out on the scavenger hunt on their own, but rather then being excited to be reunited with Mr. Benedict and Number Two, they are just hoping to find them still in one piece. Adventures ensue and at every turn there is a new twist. Get ready to read your weekend away with the Second in the Mysterious Benedict society The Perilous Journey! = = =The Black Book of Colors by Menena Cottin Illustrated by Rosana Faria=

Genre: Picture Book, Non-Fiction
This is an amazing picture book that offers its readers a unique experience. Have you wondered how those who do not have the ability to see discover the world around them? The Black Book of Colors gives you this experience. Through the textured picture you can learn to look at the world through your sense of touch rather then your sense of sight. All of the writing is also written in braille so you can experience how the visually impaired would read a picture book. You will find no colors in this book other then black, but you you will find a new world to discover!! Enjoy!
 * Grade Level: K and up**
 * Reviewed by: Mrs. Rappoccio**
 * Reviewed on: 12/16/2010**

=﻿The Dopple Ganger Chronicles: The First Escape by G.P. Taylor=

Genre: Graphic Novel, Adventure[[image:http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51fXy2jBPgL.jpg width="150" height="215" align="right"]]
SERIES The Dopple Twins Sadie and Sasika and Erik Ganger all live in an orphange, ISAMDARD DUNSTAN'S School for Wayward Girls, where they were abandon by their parents. Sasika and Sadie spend their days causing trouble in the form of food fights, rioting, and minor explosions, and Erik the caretaker spends his days cleaning up after them. One day this changes when a rich spinster Muzz Elliot wants to adopt Sasika, but NOT her twin sister Sadie, they are forced to be seperated. ON her own in a huge mansion Sasika discovers a conspiracy that threatens her life, and is visited by a strange ghost Mrs. Rapheal who gives her advice on how to stay safe. In the mean time Sadie, upset by the seperation from her sister escapes from the orphanage with Erik on a mission to find Sasika. They make many enemies along the way and face many dangers that they could never have dreamed up. They must decide in the end who to trust and what to believe in and do their best to survive! WIll they make it? Will they discover who is behind the conspriacy and get tot he police in time? Read The Dopple Ganger chronicles to find out.
 * Grade level: 3rd and up**
 * Reviewed by: Mrs. Rappoccio**
 * Reviewed on: 11/30/2010**

 =**The Mysterious Benedict Society by Trenton Lee Stewart**= =Genre: Adventure & Science Fiction= SERIES If you like a good adventure story this is the book for you. At the beginning of the novel we meet Reynie Muldoon an orphan who most would consider a genius for his age. While reading the paper one morning he comes across and mysterious ad asking "Are you a Gofted Child Looking for Special opportunities?" and decides that yes, he is just that. He takes a series of peculiar tests along with hundreds of other children but only 4 succeed in moving on to the next step. What is the next step? A secret mission that can only be entrusted to the most intelligent and resourceful children. These children Reynie, Sticky Washington and genius with a photographic memory, Kate Wetherall who always has a bucket containing all sorts of useful items and Constance Contraire an incredibly short and incredible stubborn young girl with a knack for creating poetry are just the children for the job. The man behind the test Mr. Benedict instructs them that they will be in charge of saving the world! To do so they must go undercover at the Learning Institute for the Very Intelligent, also known as L.I.V.E. where they must discover how the head master Ladroptha Curtain is sending secret messages through televisions and radios and what he plans to do once these messages have seeped into the minds of everyone on earth! It is a dangerous mission that risks life and limb, and if they fail the world will change forever! Read //The Mysterious Benedict Society// if you are in the mood for a true adventure!
 * Grade Level: 4th grade and up**
 * Reviewed by: Mrs. Rappoccio, Librarian**
 * Reviewed on: 11/30/2010**

