A Wind in the Door

Review by Eleanor

Charles Wallace’s mitochondria (tiny organisms that live in your cells) are failing, which causes his vital farandolae to die. Meg goes on an epic journey just to save her brother. She meets many amazing things only referred to in this book.

I thought this was a great book because the mix of science fiction and total originality was wonderful.

Harry Potter and the Sorcere’s Stone

Reviewed by Amelia

We are introduced to Harry Potter’s friends Ron and Hermione. Together they uncover the secret of what lies within Hogwart’s School of Witchcraft and Wizardry and weave through obstacles to save the Sorcerer’s Stone.

I thought this book was great because it’s so exciting that you don’t ever want it to end . . .and it doesn’t! There are six more books!

Book Review: Warriors, The Darkest Hour

Hunter, Erin. (2005).  The Darkest Hour. Avon.

Book review by Quinn

The main character’s name is Firestar, a cat who’s trying to save his clan from a pack of vicious dogs. He defeats the leader but his leader goes over the gorge with them. I thought this book was awesome because it’s full of adventure fighting.

Book Review: George Washington’s Socks

Woodruff, Elvira. (1991).  George Washington’s Socks. Scholastic.
Book review by Naomi

When I first picked up George Washington’s Socks to read, I almost lost interest. As I was reading I liked the book more and more. The compelling story took me back to when George Washington and his troops were crossing the Delaware River. Five kids: Matt; Q,; Tony; Hooter; and Katie, jump into an old rowboat without knowing it. They paddle to the middle of Lake Levart, then suddenly vanish! This book is about their adventures and how they get back home, if they even do………

Rating=*****

Student Reviews!

Students at Watershed are reading all kinds of books. Read their reviews to see if one of these books is right for you!

Book Review: Shakespeare’s Secret

Book review by Eva

I really enjoyed this book because it was slightly suspenseful, and it had a little bit of historical fiction in it. It’s about two kids who are looking for a lost diamond. The old owner of the house where the diamond is thought to be, leaves one clue. What that clue is, I cannot tell you, you must read the book to find out. This is an amazing book!!

Broach, Elise. (2007) Shakespeare’s Secret. Square Fish.

Book Review: Scat

Hiassen, Carl. (2009).  Scat. Knopf.

Book review by Caroline

Scat is about two kids, Nick and Marta, who go on a hunt to find out where their teacher, Mrs. Starch has disappeared to. Because Mrs. Starch is the most feared biology teacher in Truman School, the kids are relieved, but things start getting weird, and the students get worried. The last time that her students saw Mrs. Starch was on a field trip to Black Vine Swamp, where she went back into the forest fire to get a student’s inhaler. Nick and Marta get into the middle of a serious adventure, including a baby panther, a friend accused of an arson fire, a mysterious person named Twilly, and some oil drillers seriously violating the law. All of this is happening while Nick is worried about his father.

I really liked this book because of all the intensity, mysteries, and suspense leading up to the amazing ending where everything makes sense. I also really liked the determination from Nick as he pushes himself to be a lefty with his father. I would really recommend this book to anyone who likes reading books with lots of suspense, mysteries, and reading about people who will do anything to save wildlife from extinction.

 

Book Review: Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince

Book review by Naomi

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is an awesome but sad book. The magic world gets a new minister. Professor Dumbledore trusts Snape for the Defense Against The Dark Arts position,(BAD IDEA)! When Dumbledore starts to give Harry occlumencly lessons, he and Harry go off to look for a locket horcrux. Harry and Dumbledore go to a dark cave to find the horcrux. What do they find……I loved the book ,and would encourage everybody to read it!

 

Rowling, J.K. (2005). Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Scholastic.

Book Review: Dealing With Dragons

Book review by Andrea

Dealing With Dragons is a really good book. If you like adventure, mystery and much more this is your type of book. It’s about an improper princess named Cimorene. She likes to fence, cook and do magic. But her dad caught her doing all these things.

You can read the book if you want to know what happens next. I would rate this book 5 out of 5! I hope you enjoy this book as much as I did.

Wrede, Patricia C. (2002) Dealing With Dragons. Sandpiper.

Book Review: The Clockwork Three

Book Review by Sydney 

I thought The Clockwork Three was a really interesting book. I liked the fact where it starts with three people, who didn’t at the beginning know each other. They each have their own problem. Somehow, their problems come together, like turning gears of a clock. I think this is an interesting and exciting book! I think that if you like surprises you should read this book.

Kirby, Matthew J. (2010) The Clockwork Three. Scholastic.