Robin Hood Book review

Robin Hood is a very good book. The thing I like about it is that it tells the whole story. Before I read this book I had only herd a little of the story. Now I know the whole story. I would recommend this book for 8 and up because there are a few gory pictures and words. The book Robin Hood is a very suspenseful book.

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Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves review by Anya (and Mom)

Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves is a fictional book that is suspenseful, yet unrealistic. In the book Ali Baba, a salesman in the marketplace, uncovers a mystery of a secret cave. The setting of the book is very different than here. There aren't thieves where I live. There is a marketplace and it's not called ShopRite or Walmart. Also, they carry around swords and daggers and do a lot of killing.

I would recommend this book for ages 9 and up because it has a lot of gory things. It was pretty easy reading but there are a lot of words on each page. The story is about girls and boys and could be enjoyed by both, but in the end, a girl is the hero.

You should check out this book and read it. But once you've read the ending, the mystery is over, so you'll probably only want to read it once.

***NOTE*** Hope read the book and said NO ONE should read it. Too much killing. So, reader: beware!

Paddington Helps Out Chapter three - by Anya

Padington Helps Out is a very funny book. My mom told me about when she was a kid. She said, "I remember laughing so hard when my mom read it to me." I hope you have a good time reading. 8)

Paddington Helps Out Chapter One - by Anya

Paddington is a funny, mischievous bear who loves surprises. In Paddington Helps Out, he wakes up early one morning to hear a lot of noise coming from the garden. He jumps out of bed to make sure he isn't missing anything. He was surprised to see the Browns all gathered around a picnic basket and Mrs. Bird carrying out a large plate, piled high with sandwiches! Paddington decided he would go out because he didn't want to miss any fun. They were surprised to see him up so early because he usually slept later. They told him they were going to have a picnic on the river.

When they got to the river, Mr. Brown announced that Paddington would steer the boat. They set sail and they hit a wave. One moment Paddington was standing in the boat and the next moment he was not. Where is Paddington? Is he in the river? Will he drown?!?!?! To figure out what happens- read the exciting book of Paddington Helps Out!

~Anya

Mom's note: These original Paddington chapter books are really funny to read aloud to early elementary aged kids. I remember laughing to tears as my mother read these aloud to me. Don't miss an opportunity for sharing lots of joy with your kids! :D Also, though in Reading for the Heart this is listed as a Picture Book, the originals have only a few black and white illustrations. I would classify it as Children's Fiction I think. Still- largely for late preschool/early elementary ages. ~Katherine

Book Review of Black Beauty by Anya

Black Beauty is a well-tempered, handsome horse that loves kids. I liked this book because it is about horses and everyone knows that I love horses. Black Beauty is sold four or fives times. After working hard all his life, where will this old, weak horse end up? Read Black Beauty to find out.

Misty of Chincoteague, a Book Review by Anya

I would recommend Misty of Chincoteague for horse-lovers because I am one, and I loved it. My favorite part was when the mustangs swam the channel on Pony Penning Day. On Pony Penning Day the horses are rounded up off an island, forced across the channel, and sold at an auction. In the book our main characters earned enough money to buy a pony of their choice. The day before the auction, the main characters, Paul and Maureen, find out that they have to earn twice as much money as they already had- in one day. Would they have enough money? And what did they need the extra money for? To find out what happens you'll have to read the exciting book, Misty of Chincoteague!

Billy and Blaze, Book Summary by Anya

Billy and Blaze by C.W. Anderson

At the beginning of the book there is a boy named Billy. And Billy loves horses. Whenever he gets a chance to ride a horse he takes it. On his birthday his dad says, "Billy go look on the lawn and you will find your birthday present." So he went out side and looked on the lawn. Then he saw a beautiful bay horse (a bay is a black and brown mix). He could not wait to ride him! That night after dinner was over he went to the barn, said good night to his horse, and went to bed. A few days later he found a name for his horse. The name was Blaze. When he was riding he heard a dog in pain. So he followed the sound. And he found it in a trap that was used for a wild animal. He named it Rex. When he was riding he saw a sign that was taped to a tree that said......????? I guess if you want to find out what happens, you will have to read it your self . : ]

~Anya

Anya's Review of Araminta's Paint Box by Karen Ackerman

Araminta's Paint Box by Karen Ackerman

Arminta's Paint Box is a story about a paint box given to a girl named Araminta by her Uncle as her family is moving west. The paint box gets lost several times. Will Araminta ever get her paint box back?

I would recommend this book for all ages. I particularly liked the horse wagons in the story.

~Anya

Chapter 2 Wind in the Willows

In chapter two the reader learns about a toad named Toad that never stays with one hobby. In the past he loved boating. Now he wants to try caravaning. After convincing Mole and Rat to come with him, he sees a motor car, and he wants one! I wonder what his next interest will be? : -1