Everyday across the school at 1:30 we DROP EVERYTHING AND READ (DEAR), and the students are flying through the pages. Somedays, Grade 8s will also sit and read to their Grade 1 buddies.
Grade 7 book recommendations:
Written by: Dylan M.
Copy edited by: Mariah. S.
1. Calvin and Hobbes:
This book may not have as good a storyline as the other books but I would read it over and over again. It is a compilation of Calvin and Hobbs comic strips from the newspaper and it is funny.
2. The Phantom Toll Booth
The Phantom Toll Booth is a book about a boy who thinks his life is incredibly boring and dull. One day he finds a package addressed to him. Inside is a cardboard Tool Booth that takes him to the kingdom of knowledge. It has incredible word play and some jokes. For example, “We’re having some subtraction stew here! The more you eat the hungrier you get.” Overall I think it's an enjoyable book.
3. The Lord of the Rings:
The Lord of the Rings follows Frodo Baggins, a Hobbit (a small man) from his home called The Shire on his journey to Mount Doom destroy the ONE RING (it must be evil). This is a BRILLIANT classic fantasy novel written by J.R.R Tolkien. Accompanied by Magician Gandalf the Grey, Strider the Ranger, and Frodo's faithful gardener Sam Gamgee, they set out towards the south. On the way they meet the gruesome Orcs and delightful solemn Elves. Their hearts are heavy with dread as they trek through the wilderness to Mount Doom.
Owen B. also suggests - Fablehaven Book One by Brandon Mull, ages 9+
For centuries, mystical and magical creatures have taken refuge in a place called Fablehaven, and some of them are dangerous. Within its borders, trolls, satyrs, centaurs, witches, giants, imps, and fairies roam free. Seth and Kendra have no idea that their Grandpa is the current caretaker of this magical sanctuary. Ancient laws keep the sanctuary under control. However, when the laws are broken, evil forces are unleashed. Seth and Kendra will face great challenges to save their family, Fablehaven, and maybe even the world.
