The Hunger Games By Suzanne Collins

Would you risk your life for your siblings? Well, Katnis Everdeen certainly did by volunteering to take her sister, Primrose Everdeen’s place when she was drawn to be District 12’s female tribute in the Seventy-Fourth Annual Hunger Games.

In the ruins of a place once known as North America, lies the country of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts. Once a year two tributes, one male and one female, between the ages of 12 and 18 from each district are to be chosen to participate in The Hunger Games. A fight to the death on Live TV.

If you are looking for a gripping, exciting, speed-rap of a novel that creates almost constant suspense, then The Hunger Games is certainly for you.

As the plot thickens, find out how Katnis handles the Capitol, what goes on in the arena, the choices she will have to make to stay alive and the conflict of a new love appearing in her life.

Daniel A 7.D

Beast Quest 

There is a series of books that I really like called Beast Quest. The books are about a boy named Tom that saves different cities from beasts that are from out of this world. Tom goes and defeats the beasts with his companions, his friend Ellena and his stallion Storm and Ellena has a wolf named Silver. 
The beasts are super super cool.
I really think people should start reading this series too. 
Tal P, 4 - R

Hooked on Books  

Hooked on Books visited us today and we all had a wonderful time learning about these exciting new books. Below is a list of the books that were on show. Please let us know which of them you would like to read and what you think of them when you do.

• SKY HAWK by Gill Lewis - Oxford University Press – 9780192756244
• SOS ADEVENTURE, TUSK by Colin Bateman – Hodder – 9780340998885
• MUNCLE TROGG by Janet Foxley - Chicken House – 9781906427030
• SECRET NINJA SPIES by Alex Ko – Usborne – 9781409515104
• FINTAN FEDORA THE WORLD’S WORST EXPLORER by Clive Goddard – Scholastic – 9781407121031
• THE AMAZING CAPTAIN CONCORDE - Superhero Poems chosen by Paul Cookson – Macmillan - 9781447201724

Horrible Histories

If you’re a fan of history, then “Horrible Histories” is the perfect book series for you. It’s packed with tons of mind-blowing facts and stories of some of the greatest people of all time. There are over 30 outrageous books to collect such as, “Savage stone age”,” Vicious Vikings”,” Measly middle ages”,” Awesome Egyptians”, “Awful Egyptians”,” Groovy Greeks”,” Rotten Romans”,” Ruthless Romans”,” Smashing Saxons”,” Stormin’ Normans”,” Cut-Throat Celts”,” Angry Aztecs”,” Incredible Incas”,” Terrible Tudors”, “Even more terrible Tudors”,” Terrifying Tudors”,“ Slimy Stuarts”,” Gorgeous Georgians”, ”Vile Victorians”, “Villainous Victorians”, “Barmy British Empire”, “Frightful first world war” “Woeful second world war” “Blitzed Brits”, “Who’s horrible in history”, Handbook “Knights”, Handbook “Pirates”, Handbook ”Villains”, Handbook “Warriors”, Handbook “Witches”, Handbook “The horrible history of the world” and many more. If you ever get sick of reading “Horrible Histories”, you can always read the “Horrible Science”, “Horrible Geography”, “Horribly famous”, “Foul football” or “Murderous math’s” books series! Have fun reading!

By Jesse D 5-M.

This is a picture that I found on the internet and

Shows that everyone should read!

Bianca R 4 - S

“The Hardy Boys” This Franklin W.Dixon book series stars Frank and Joe Hardy out on a quest. Each book has a different mystery that the boys need to solve. In attempting to try and solve the mysteries, exciting yet freaky situations form which the boys need to control. All of this is done in a way that you cannot put the book down. Are you curious to see how the boys solve the cases? Then read any one of the Hardy Boys books but only if you are ready to be taken on an adventure of a lifetime.

Shane B 7-H

THE DIVINE CONJUROR

As the plot thickens, the deep emotions of the writer falls out and becomes more and more powerful. This is an untouched treasure which people have probably not read however they should.

This book is a powerful book that you should read but can you handle it? 

Gabriel F 7-W

Diary of a Wimpy Kid- A story about a boy named Greg Heffley who writes in his diary.

He is not a very popular person at school but he does still have a best friend whose name is Rowley.

He has two brothers, Rodrick his older brother and Manny his younger brother.

If  Rodrick ever steals his diary he will tell all of Greg’s secrets……. If you want to find out more about Greg and his family, read Diary of a Wimpy Kid

Lauren C 6-S

Varjak Paw

The book is an enchanting book of a kitten who has to learn the way of Jalal. The book uses great words with depth in them. It brings you and draws you in to the story you feel like you are right next to Varjak. When you read it it's like a dream catcher catching your attention pulling you in and hypnotizing you to read more. If you are a person who loves adventure and action you will love this book.   Written by:Tali M. 6 - S

James and the Giant Peach- an Adventure!

James and the Giant Peach is an adventure that will never be forgotten!! It has wonderful characters that bring life to the book. James lives with 2 aunts who despise him ( as his parents were eaten by a rhino ) James refers to his aunts as “you disgusting little beast” and all other names that you could not imagine. A  mysterious man gives James magical seeds that have the best powers known to man. By mistake James tripped and dropped the seeds…. Something mysterious happened, something grew, something that killed his aunts and rolled away into James mysterious adventures.. read the book to find out how James gets trapped in the middle of the sea, gets surrounded by sharks and meets the most amazing, but weird creatures….. a definite 10 out of 10 for this book

Lauren C, Jade B and Kiara J 6-S 

Travelling Bookshop

The Travelling Bookshop is currently visiting our school, with a huge variety of interesting and reasonably priced books. This is what some KD Readers have been saying about it:

“I love all the selections of books that you can’t find in a normal bookshop! Thanks”

“They have a great selection of books that you can’t resist!”

“I think it’s great because it gives children a good opportunity to read and there is a huge variety!”

“I think it is great because it gives children an opportunity to read more books.”

“I think it’s awesome. Why? Lots of cool books (and free lesson!)”

“I think it’s fun to just relax and look for books to explore and read. I LOVE The Travelling Bookshop.”

“I think the Travelling Bookshop is cool because it has nice books that are not too expensive.”

“It has so many interactive books and a huge variety. I think it really encourages kids to read more and at a good price too.”

Ways To Live Forever is a book about a boy dying of Leukemia (blood cancer) .
In this book Sam writes his own book about himself and his dreams. He makes his own notes and lists and writes questions nobody answers.
This is not a true story.
I highly recommend this book as it is one of the best books I have ever read.
It is very sad.

Jamey W, 6 - M

Welcome to our Annual Readathon!

One very exciting new aspect of the Readathon this year is the introduction of this reading corner. We would love to know what books you are reading as well as your opinions of them.  Please email any reviews you write and articles of interest to the library and they will be posted on the blog. Be sure to read and follow the blogging rules and guidelines for writing good comments before submitting any writing. This will ensure the overall safety and enjoyment of all people using and reading the blog.

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