Week 11 Challenge 2016

Congratulations!  

You have made it to Week Eleven, the final week, of our Summer 2016 Reading Blog Challenge!

Your teachers have been working hard to get your classrooms ready for the first day of school. They are so excited for you to arrive. They can't wait to discuss all the amazing books you've been reading this summer!

Mrs. Dragovich and I have been busy planning a field trip to Koser Park for the Summer Reading Blog Challenge participants. We hope you have earned this reward!

It's Time To Write Your Final Blog Entry!

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!

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.

Good News!  

If you missed commenting on one of the weekly blog posts, it's not too late to leave a comment. Simply click the link to the week you missed (located on the right-hand side bar) and type your comment. Comments will be accepted on all posts through August 25, 2016.

Hint: You may want to double check that you left a comment for each week, so that you qualify for the reward.  :)

Thanks for accepting the Summer Reading Blog Challenge!

Week 10 Challenge 2016

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

Are you wondering what to read during the last two weeks of our challenge?  Our bloggers have some great book suggestions to share with you.

I am reading a Judy Moody Predicts the Future. Judy's mom brought a cereal box. The cereal box had a mood ring as a prize. Judy had to eat seven bowls before the she got the mood ring. The ring also came with a small paper which had the instructions to explain the color and the moods. For example: purple is joyful on top of the world; dark blue is unhappy or sad; light blue is happy or glad; red is romantic and love. Every ten minutes she would look at the ring to see what mood she was in (it said purple purple purple all the time).
Jaelyn R., Grade 3

I read a book called The Hero Two Doors Down. This book is about a boy named Steve who loved baseball. His favorite team was the Brooklyn Dodgers. When Jackie Robinson moved to the team, he lived two houses down from Steve. He got to know Jackie really well. Steve got to know Jackie so well that for Steve's birthday Jackie got tickets so his whole class could watch a Dodgers game. When the Dodgers won the 1955 world series, he sent him a team autographed ball. If you like baseball I think you should read this book.
Gavin T., Grade 3

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!

Week 9 Challenge 2016

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

Are you wondering what to read next? Read the recommendation that Kailee wrote.

Lego Elves: Quest of Keys

Emily Jones was in her grandmother's garden. When she went to a tree to sit down, she fell through it. She was very confused. Then she found fire, earth, wind, and water elves. They all explained to Emily the only way to get back home was to find four keys to open the portal again. Can she do it? You'll have to read Quest of Keys to find out.
Kailee F., 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!

Week 8 Challenge 2016

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

If you are looking for book suggestions, check out what Lan has to say about Shadow of the Shark.

Magic Treehouse: Shadow of the Shark by Mary Pope Osborne

I am reading Shadow of the Shark in the Magic Treehouse series. Its when Annie and Jack get to go on a vacation since they have done a lot of work. They want to go to where their friends have been to snorkel and go to the festivals based on the Ancient Mayans. When they go there they actually go back in time to Ancient Mayans and they help and girl named Heart Of The Wind to become the next ruler of the Mayans.
Lan N., Grade 4 

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!

Week 7 Challenge 2016

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

If you are wondering what book to read next, check out what Rayne and Jasmine had to say about Green Eggs and Ham.

Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss

There was a little kid named Sam who was trying to get an adult to eat green eggs and ham. Sam tried to get the adult to eat green eggs and ham in different places. I connected to this book because I have never had rice before but I tried it just like Sam did with his green eggs and ham. ~Rayne B., Grade 2

I like this book because its funny and my connection is I have tried green eggs and ham before when I was in Miss Taylor's class in kindergarten and I liked it. I also like that the book has lots of rhymes.  ~Jasmine A., Grade 2

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!

Week 6 Challenge 2016

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

Are you looking for a new book to read? Check out the book that Ben A. just finished reading.

Sideways Stories from Wayside School by Louis Sachar

I finished reading Sideways Stories from Wayside School. Louis had a rainbow mustache and rainbow hair. All of the children called him Louis the yard teacher. Maurecia loved ice cream and every day she brought in a different flavor. Her favorite flavor was chocolate. You should really read this book to learn about all of the funny students.
Ben A., Grade 3

Here's a short video that tells more about the book.

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!

Week 5 Challenge 2016

It's July Fourth. Happy Independence Day! It's also Week Five of our Summer Reading Blog Challenge. How is your reading going?

If you are wondering what book to read next, check out these suggestions from Gary C. and Amanda M.

Ninjago: The Green Ninja

This week I am reading Ninjago, The Green Ninja. The characters are Kai, Cole, Jay, and Zane. Lord Garmadon used the mega weapon on the Grundle fossil and made it come to life. The Ninjas were turned into kids. None of them liked being kids because they can't drive, nobody will listen to them, and they don't like bedtime. I predict the ninjas will fight the Grundle and defeat him. What do you think will happen? Read Ninjango: The Green Ninja to find out.
Gary C., Grade 3

Ever After High: The Storybook of Legends

I just finished reading Forever After High: The Story Book of Legends written by Shannon Hale. It is about the children of people from fairytales (Evil Queen, Prince Charming, Snow White, etc...) The Evil Queens daughter, Raven Queen, wanted to write her own legend instead of following the Evil Queens but she did not know that it could also affect the daughter of Snow White, Apple White's story. You will have to read the book to see what Raven Queen decides to do!
Amanda M., 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!

Week 4 Challenge 2016

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

Are you wondering what book to read next?  Nick C. has a suggestion for you.

House of Robots by James Patterson and Chris Grabenstein

I am reading House of Robots. It is written by James Patterson. It is about a boy named Sammy. Sammy has a friend that is a robot. Sammy's problem is that his sister takes his robot to school.
~Nick C., Grade 4

Here's a short video clip from the author.

 

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!

Week 3 Challenge 2016

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

Take a peek at what Wesley H., Grade 2, has been reading this week.

Stuck by Oliver Jeffers

Floyd is the main character in Stuck. His kite got stuck in a tree. He threw everything in the tree to get it out. He threw two boats, a long distance truck, a whale, firefighters, a fire truck, an orangutan, a house, and milkman into the tree. They all got stuck. Read this book to find out if Floyd gets his kite back.

This is a funny story.  Listen as the author reads part of it to you...

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!

Week 2 Challenge 2016

It's Week Two of our Summer Reading Blog Challenge.  How is your reading going?  Quite a few of our bloggers answered that question last week.

If you are wondering what book to read next, here is a suggestion from Kylie H, Grade 3.

Geronimo Stilton: The Secret of Cacklefur Castle

I am reading the book Geronimo Stilton: The Secret of Cacklefur Castle. Geronimo was working, then Thea stopped by. She said to Geronimo that she was worried about him because he wasn't writing in the newspaper anymore.  More people asked why he wasn't writing. I predict that Geronimo will write something new.  What do you think? Read the Secret of Cacklefur Castle to find out.

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!

Week 1 Challenge 2016

Hip Hip Hooray!  Summer vacation is officially underway...and so is our Summer Reading Blog Challenge!

What are you reading this week?  In the comment section below, tell us about your book.  

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.

Happy blogging!

Welcome Wildcats to the Summer of 2016!

Let's Get Started

Elmwood Elementary School has a summer reading challenge for you! Summer vacation is right around the corner.  Before you know it, you'll be enjoying the carefree, sunny days of summer.  Have you thought about your summer reading?  Is there a book you are anxious to start?  Now is the time to start thinking about your "bucket list" of summer reading.

Summer Reading Challenge

1.  Make a list of books you want to read.
2.  Visit the library or book store and select your books.
3.  Set aside time to read a little bit every day this summer. 
4.  Visit Where the Wildcats Read, the blog, once each week and tell us about the book you are reading.
5.  Read the comments your friends post about their books and reply to at least one person each week.

The Reward

Students who respond at least once each week during the summer will be invited to join us for a summer reading celebration when we return to school in the fall.  More importantly, you will get to experience the joy of reading books and sharing them with your friends.

Summer Reading Bucket List

In the comments below, make a list of books you would like to read this summer.  Be sure to include your first name, last initial, and the grade you will be entering in the fall, so you can earn credit for your response.  For example, if your name is Fern Zuckerman and you are going to be in third grade next year you would write Fern Z. Grade 3.

What books are on your summer reading "bucket list"? Answer in the comments below.

Happy Reading!