Monday, July 13, 2015

Week 6 Challenge 2015

It's Week Six of our Summer Reading Blog Challenge. How is your reading going?

If you are wondering what book to read next, here are a few suggestions from Gavin, Hunter, and Kailee, and Kelsea.


Check out this video about the rainforest!
I read Magic Tree House Fact Tracker: Rain Forests. I learned about plants and animals that live in rain forests. There are very big plants in the rain forest, and some are even bigger than bicycle tires! There are animals in the rain forests that haven't even been discovered or named yet! Rain forests are being destroyed by people and animals are becoming endangered. Rain forests give us a bunch of stuff that help us live and stay alive like food, medicine, and clean air. 
In Magic Tree House: Afternoon in the Amazon, Jack and Annie go to the rain forest in the present day, but if the rain forests become extinct the author will have to change the book so Jack and Annie have to go back in time to see the rain forest. The most important thing I learned from these books is that we need to protect and save our rain forests!

Gavin T. Grade 2
Here Comes the Strikeout by Leonard Kessler
I am reading Here Comes the Strikeout. In the book Bobby strikes out and his friend helps him out by teaching him how to hit the ball.
Hunter D. Grade 3
Owl Diaries: Eva's Treetop Festival by Rebecca Elliott
In Owl Diaries: Eva's Treetop Festival Eva wanted to put together a festival but she needs to ask for help from her friends. Asking for help is something that she does not like to do. Will Eva get help so she can put on the Festival? I really like the book because it teaches you that there's nothing wrong about asking for help.  
Kailee F. Grade 4 
Starring Jules (As Herself) by Beth Ain
So far in Starring Jules, the movie that Jules is in got postponed and they have to wait to start filming the movie. The movie was postponed because the main lead got something in his eye. 
Kelsea H. Grade 5

Tell Us What You're Reading

What are you reading this week? In the comment section below, tell us about your book. Write a short summary or choose from the questions provided under the "Getting Started" tab. Strive for a paragraph in length. Give details! We may feature your post next week.

Be sure to include your first name, the first initial of your last name, the grade you will enter in the fall, and title of your book.  Example: Fern Z. Grade 3 Charlotte's Web

Then, read the comments that your friends post and reply to at least one of them.

Finally, check back on the comment you wrote last week and see if you anyone has replied to you.

Happy blogging!

59 comments:

  1. Naimo.M grade#5
    I think I might try the book starring Jules! I think that it sounds good!

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  2. Bahjo.M grade#3
    I want to read owl diaries they sound pretty cool and fun to read!

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    1. ian grade 2 it souds cool to me to

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  3. Mohamed.M grade#2
    I want to read the magic tree house afternoon on the amazon! I think I might like it!

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    1. brielle b grade 5
      i read that it was great

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    2. Aubrey D. Grade 2

      Do you know what Jack and Annie are going to do on that mission? Enjoy the ride on the water!

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    3. Mohamed.M grade#2
      Thanks!

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    4. Mary S. Grade 5
      I read that book and it was great. I hope you like it.

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  4. Osman.M grade#1
    I want to read the magic tree house book afternoon on the amazon too! I thing it is going to be a good book for me to read this summer!

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    1. Kelsea H Grade 5
      Have you read any other Magic Tree House books? One of my favorites is Dinosaurs After Dark!

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    2. Osman.M GRADE#1
      I actually have that one. But I haven't read it yet!

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  5. Kelsea H Grade 5
    In Starring Jules (in drama rama) Jules is very sad because the movie got postponed. Her mom was seeing how Jules would acting if she would ignore her. Jules was going even crazier and was getting a little bit out of control!

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    1. Drew H. Grade 5
      That book sounds really good. Can you tell me more about that book as you read?

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    2. Caly H. Grade 2
      Have you ever felt like Jules?

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    3. Gabi B. Grade 5
      How do you think you are related to Jules in the story?

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    4. Kelsea, Should I have chosen Starring Jules In Drama-Rama for the book photo above? I can change it if I need to, just let me know. :) ~Mrs. Arentz

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  6. brielle b grade 5
    i am reading the pegasus series.it is great i love it

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    1. Bri, I am not familiar with the Pegasus series. Can you tell me more? What do you like about it? Glad to hear you are keeping up with your reading this summer!
      -Mrs. Reath

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  7. I read The Story of Doctor Dolittle by Hugh Lofting. In this book Dr. Dolittle starts out as a people doctor, then he becomes an animal doctor. He has to go to Africa to help sick monkeys. He has no money to buy a boat or food, so he asks if he can borrow a sailor's boat, and if the food store owner will wait for his money until he gets back from Africa. They both say yes. He learns how to talk to all different kinds of animals. Read this great book to find out more about his journey in Africa and the other animals he meets. Natalie Zeigler grade 2

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    1. Hi Natalie! That is a great book. I read it a really long time ago. Your description makes me want to read it again!
      -Mrs. Strayer

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  8. maddie m grade 4
    reading lost in the snow that i got from a yard sale!

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  9. Brian T grade 3 Today I read Jurassic World Field Guide. I read about my favorite dino, the velociraptor. I learned that it could retract its sickle claw when not in use. I also learned that its name means swift hunter and its probably the most famous carnivourus dino after the t-rex.

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    1. Tyler B grade 5
      My favorite dino is the T-Rex because I like how it has such a big head and its skill of hunting. I would also like to read this book!

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  10. Drew H. Grade 5
    Right now I am reading Frozen The Cinestory. Right now what is happening is they just met Olaf and they asked Olaf if he knew where Elsa was and he said yes. Then later Olaf took them to Elsa.

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  11. Caly H. Grade 2
    I read Olivia ... and the Missing Toy. Olivia was dreaming about riding a camel in Egypt and then her mother woke her up for soccer practice. Olivia asked her mom to make her a red uniform instead of the green one she doesn't like. Olivia waited and waited and waited for her mom to be done but she gave up and left the room. She went to play with her cat and toy. Then her mother said it's ready. But then her toy went missing. She was really upset. Olivia looked everywhere for her toy. Then a storm came and she heard something coming from behind the door. It was her dog with her toy. Olivia's dog ruined her toy. Her mother said sorry and her dad said they would get her a new one. Olivia fixed her toy by sewing it. She didn't want books read to her about dogs that night. But she didn't stay mad at her dog forever.

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    1. Nice retelling Caly! Have you ever felt like that before with one of your sisters maybe and then got over it after you had time to cool down?
      -Mrs. Strayer

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  12. Brian T grade 3 I am reading jurassic world dinosaur field guide and i read about my favorite dinosaur the velociraptor i learned that when it's not using it's sickle claw it can retract it i also learned that it's name mean's ( swift hunter ) and it's probably the most carnivorous dinosaur after the T-Rex

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  13. Aubrey D. Grade 2

    This week I am reading Magic Tree House #20 "Dingoes at Dinnertime." Jack and Annie found a little joey (which is a baby kangaroo), and they wanted to find the joey's mommy. When Jack and Annie try to find his mommy, they discovered a wildfire. Then they went back to the spot they found the joey. Then, they heard a slapping noise, and it was the mommy! But, we have three chapters to go yet!

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    1. Paige H Grade 3
      I have read some of them but not this one

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    2. Avery B. Grade 2
      That sounds like a really good book. Maybe I should read it.

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    3. Gavin T Grade 2
      I am trying to read all of them. I have not read that book yet.

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  14. Paige H Grade 3
    I am reading a Doc Mcstuffins Bubble Trouble. It is about 3 frindes and were playing with bubbles and a gril named Alma refills up the bubble maker.When they turn it on the bubbles don't come out. My favored thing about this book is that they can fix the bubble maker and because they show Alma what to use and what not to use.

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    1. Emily B. Grade 2 I love Doc Mcstuffins I think I would like this book.

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  15. Gabi B. Grade 5
    I am reading a book called Sophie the Chatterbox it is about a girl who actually wants her name to be Sophie the Honest but does that mean when people ask her questions she has to be honest and say everything. People are starting to think she is a Chatterbox because when asked a question she wants to go on and on with her answer. So then she eventually becomes Sophie the Chatterbox.

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  16. Hunter D 3rd grade
    I am reading DIARY of a wimpy kid the long haul 9#. The book is about Greg getting ready
    summer vacation. Eveything is working and Gregs mom and dad wanted to go on vacation
    to Disney World.

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  17. Avery B. Grade 2
    I am reading a book called My Little Pony Equestria Girls it is about a group of pony's who can't think of a song for the talent show. They work together and thought of a song. Do you think that they can win the talent show?

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    1. Hi Avery! I just saw you at Giant-Ha Ha! I forgot to mention that I am impressed with you blogging! Keep it up and let me know if the ponies win.
      -Mrs. Strayer

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  18. Lucy S. Grade 5
    I am reading The Last Hope, which is in the WARRIORS series. My favorite character is Firestar, because the other characters trust him. Firestar is also brave and strong. He won't do something he doesn't agree with. That is why he is my favorite character.

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  19. Ian B. Grade 2

    This week I've been reading Skylanders Giants Master Eon's Official Guide, I got this book from the Simpson Library. What I like so far about the book is that I can see all of the Skylanders different attacks. I'm learning all about what it's actually like to play the game. It's a great book so far!

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  20. Emily B Grade 2
    This week I've been reading Judy Moody and the Not so Bummer Summer, thanks Paige H. for recommending it. So far my favorite part of the book is when they all get together to talk about what they are going to do during the summer. I like that Rocky is going to Circus camp, I think that's funny.

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    1. Patricia K Grade 5
      I watched the movie version and that same thing happend.

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    2. Kailee F Grade 4
      I would love to see the movie of the book.

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  21. Patricia K Grade 5
    In my book How to Speak Dolphin i've found out that the reason Nori (a dolphin) mother died was because of a oil spill.

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    1. Chloe m. grade 4
      Wow that is so sad!

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    2. Chloe M. Grade 4
      I would like to read that book!

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    3. This sounds like a good book. I would like to read it. Natalie Z grade 2

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  22. Hey Wildcats! We just got back from our family vacation to the beach and I finished 3 whole books while we were there. It was so awesome to spend some time relaxing and READING. Keep up the great work with your blog entries! It sounds like some of you are reading some fantastic books. I'm so excited to see so many 2nd graders posting on our school blog.

    ~ Mrs. Hutcheson

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    1. Way to go Mrs. Hutcheson! There is no better way to relax than with a good book. :)

      -Mrs. Strayer

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  23. Gavin T Grade 2
    I read Magic Tree House #8 Midnight on the Moon and this time they go forward in time instead of going back in time. They went there to help Morgan le Fay get out of her spell. I figured out the curse on Morgan le Fay. I also read the companion fact tracker Space. It told me about all of the different planets in the solar system. One new fact that I learned is that no one has ever walked on Mars. Maybe one day I will be the first person to walk on Mars! I recommend that you read these books if you like learning about the solar system.

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    1. Jacob B grade 3
      I also read this book and really liked it. In 2nd grade, you will have a unit on space. It was my favorite unit!

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    2. Lucas W. Grade 3
      I got to pick out a free book at school and I picked Midnight on the Moon! I really liked it. My favorite part was when they got to the moon.

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  24. Jacob B grade 3
    I finshed the book The Ball Hogs. In the first game, they lost because they did not pass the ball. In the rest of the book, they learned they needed to pass inorder to win. I liked the book because i like to play soccer too.

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  25. Tyler B grade 5
    I am still reading Lone Wolf; now Shibaan (Foalan's wolf mother )is feeling bad about her new wolf pup, that was born in late summer.It is not breathing right, it is missing a hind paw and she is worried that she will have to leave this wolf pup behind too.

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  26. Lucas W. Grade 3
    I read Fly Guy and the Frankenfly. In this book, Fly Guy the fly and his owner Buzz were making stuff from a monster comic. Buzz had a dream that Fly Guy made a Frankenstein but it was not a person. It was a fly. Then, the dream was over and Buzz fell out of his bed.

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  27. Kailee F Grade 4 Princess Pink and the Land of Fake-Believe Moldylocks and the Three Beards
    Princess Pink went to bed one night and in the middle of the night she got up and went to the kitchen to get a drink. When she opened it she saw this world then she jumped right in to the world and landed on a moose. Then she met a friend and her name was Moldylocks she showed her this house. They went in it and so they heard voices so they hid when the beards walked in they found them and then they fan as fast as they can.

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  28. Chloe M.grade 4
    I am reading the BFG it is a funny book about a giant that is funny and nice and helps a little girl.

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    1. Jacob A grade 5: What does the giant help the little girl with?

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  29. Jacob A grade 5:In book 4 of my series Will, Halt, Evanlyn and Horace helped battle the Temujai in war.

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  30. Bahjo.M grade#3
    wow what happens in the book midnight on the moon?!!!!!!!!!

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