Holes, by Louis Sachar
ISBN: 0440414806
Publisher: Yearling, 2000
When Stanley Yelnats got into trouble, he was given a choice. "The judge said, "You may go to jail, or you may go to Camp Green Lake." Stanley was from a poor family. He had never been to camp before" (5). But as Stanley discovers, there is no lake at Camp Green Lake. There's no fun, either. A bunch of juvenile delinquents must dig holes in the dirt, under the hot sun, every day of their sentence. And then Stanley discovers that they're digging holes for a reason: they're looking for something; something old and very important. And then Stanley gets into trouble. And then Stanley runs away from camp. And then the reader learns the secrets behind Camp Green Lake...
April 27, 2010
Because of Winn-Dixie
Because of Winn-Dixie, by Kate DiCamillo
ISBN: 0763644323
Publisher: Candlewick, 2009
Opal moves to a new town with her father when he takes the position of preacher at the Open Arms Baptist Church of Naomi in Florida. They live together in a trailer as family, best-friends, and strangers. Opal's mother abandoned them, and Opal's father refuses to talk about it. Her ghost creates a kind of barrier between Opal and her father. But one day, Opal finds the cure to all her problems: a dog, who she names Winn-Dixie. The dog has an amazing talent for smiling with his teeth. He also has an unnerving habit of getting into trouble, and turning that trouble into a blessing. As 10-year-old Opal and Winn-Dixie explore their new life together, they learn about the past and make new friends in their present.
ISBN: 0763644323
Publisher: Candlewick, 2009
Opal moves to a new town with her father when he takes the position of preacher at the Open Arms Baptist Church of Naomi in Florida. They live together in a trailer as family, best-friends, and strangers. Opal's mother abandoned them, and Opal's father refuses to talk about it. Her ghost creates a kind of barrier between Opal and her father. But one day, Opal finds the cure to all her problems: a dog, who she names Winn-Dixie. The dog has an amazing talent for smiling with his teeth. He also has an unnerving habit of getting into trouble, and turning that trouble into a blessing. As 10-year-old Opal and Winn-Dixie explore their new life together, they learn about the past and make new friends in their present.
Marley: A Dog Like No Other
Marley: A Dog Like No Other, by John Grogan
ISBN: 0061240338
Publisher: Collins, 2007
When John Grogan and his wife decide to get a dog, they make the mistake of adopting a yellow Labrador puppy. Christened Marley, the dog proceeds to tear apart their lives, physically and metaphorically. At a dog training class, Marley wreaks havoc on the other dogs, the owners, the trainer, and his master. He completely embarrasses his owners at the dog beach. And when John buys his wife a gold necklace, Marley immediately eats it. This book tells Marley's story, from birth to death, and all the mischief in between.
ISBN: 0061240338
Publisher: Collins, 2007
When John Grogan and his wife decide to get a dog, they make the mistake of adopting a yellow Labrador puppy. Christened Marley, the dog proceeds to tear apart their lives, physically and metaphorically. At a dog training class, Marley wreaks havoc on the other dogs, the owners, the trainer, and his master. He completely embarrasses his owners at the dog beach. And when John buys his wife a gold necklace, Marley immediately eats it. This book tells Marley's story, from birth to death, and all the mischief in between.
Ratatouille
Ratatouille (DVD)
Studio: Disney/Pixar, 2007
A rat named Remy falls in love with food. He can't understand why his family and friends are okay with eating garbage. Because he can read, he learns about food through the book, Everyone Can Cook. When his colony is destroyed, Remy ends up at a restaurant in Paris. He's happy to watch through the skylight as the chefs create amazing dishes. But when he sees the new garbage boy trying to fix a soup--and realizes he's destroying it--Remy enters the kitchen and puts his skills to the test. This begins a partnership between the boy, Linguine, and Remy. The rat has skills while Linguine has the ability to "appear human." Remy's talent puts Linguine in the spotlight, leading to all kinds of crazy situations. The garbage boy and the rat suddenly become highly important in the Paris food scene. Fame also bring reporters and investigators, though, and the secret is on the verge of being revealed. How will Paris react when they discover their new star chef is a rat?
Studio: Disney/Pixar, 2007
A rat named Remy falls in love with food. He can't understand why his family and friends are okay with eating garbage. Because he can read, he learns about food through the book, Everyone Can Cook. When his colony is destroyed, Remy ends up at a restaurant in Paris. He's happy to watch through the skylight as the chefs create amazing dishes. But when he sees the new garbage boy trying to fix a soup--and realizes he's destroying it--Remy enters the kitchen and puts his skills to the test. This begins a partnership between the boy, Linguine, and Remy. The rat has skills while Linguine has the ability to "appear human." Remy's talent puts Linguine in the spotlight, leading to all kinds of crazy situations. The garbage boy and the rat suddenly become highly important in the Paris food scene. Fame also bring reporters and investigators, though, and the secret is on the verge of being revealed. How will Paris react when they discover their new star chef is a rat?
Watership Down
Watership Down, by Richard Adams
ISBN: 068483605X
Publisher: Scriber, 1996
Sandleford Warren is home to a well-ordered, content band of rabbits. But when one of them has a vision of impending danger, they flee to find safety elsewhere. Watership Down follows this group of rabbits across the countryside as they face countless obstacles, such as cars and wild animals. Richard Adams creates a truly believable rabbit society, filled with social order, history and folktales.
ISBN: 068483605X
Publisher: Scriber, 1996
Sandleford Warren is home to a well-ordered, content band of rabbits. But when one of them has a vision of impending danger, they flee to find safety elsewhere. Watership Down follows this group of rabbits across the countryside as they face countless obstacles, such as cars and wild animals. Richard Adams creates a truly believable rabbit society, filled with social order, history and folktales.
Where the Red Fern Grows
Where the Red Fern Grows, by Wilson Rawls
ISBN: 0440412676
Publisher: Yearling, 1996
Billy lives in Ozark country with his parents and three little sisters. He catches fish and traps skunks and wanders in the river. But this is perfect hunting land, and Billy feels his life will be incomplete without a pair of hunting dogs. A pair of red hounds is $50--more money than his family can afford. Despite his whining and begging, his parents can't buy Billy his dogs. Determined, Billy saves up for two years until finally reaching $50. With help from his grandpa, Billy sends away for two red hound pups. Where the Red Fern Grows follows Billy and his hunting adventures with Old Dan and Little Ann, his pair of hunting dogs. People have low expectations for a 12-year-old boy and two puppies, and Billy easily surprises everyone with his determination and his dogs' smarts.
ISBN: 0440412676
Publisher: Yearling, 1996
Billy lives in Ozark country with his parents and three little sisters. He catches fish and traps skunks and wanders in the river. But this is perfect hunting land, and Billy feels his life will be incomplete without a pair of hunting dogs. A pair of red hounds is $50--more money than his family can afford. Despite his whining and begging, his parents can't buy Billy his dogs. Determined, Billy saves up for two years until finally reaching $50. With help from his grandpa, Billy sends away for two red hound pups. Where the Red Fern Grows follows Billy and his hunting adventures with Old Dan and Little Ann, his pair of hunting dogs. People have low expectations for a 12-year-old boy and two puppies, and Billy easily surprises everyone with his determination and his dogs' smarts.
Wallce and Gromit
Wallace and Gromit: The complete collection, DVD
Studio: Lionsgate, 2009
Wallace and his dog Gromit star in these four short films. The inventive duo are involved in different schemes in each movie: bread baking, sheep shearing, dog-walking trousers, and collecting cheese on the moon. Wallace is a genius with machines, but always gets into trouble in the real world. Gromit takes on the difficult task of looking after Wallace. In The Wrong Trousers, Gromit has to save Wallace's inventions from a theiving penguin. Gromit saves hundreds of sheep in A Close Shave. Every story in this disc is humorous, witty, and always a pleasure to watch.
Studio: Lionsgate, 2009
Wallace and his dog Gromit star in these four short films. The inventive duo are involved in different schemes in each movie: bread baking, sheep shearing, dog-walking trousers, and collecting cheese on the moon. Wallace is a genius with machines, but always gets into trouble in the real world. Gromit takes on the difficult task of looking after Wallace. In The Wrong Trousers, Gromit has to save Wallace's inventions from a theiving penguin. Gromit saves hundreds of sheep in A Close Shave. Every story in this disc is humorous, witty, and always a pleasure to watch.
Up
Up, DVD
Studio: Disney/Pixar, 2009
At 78-years-old, Carl finds himself widowed and angry at the world. He has amazing memories of his childhood and marriage with Ellie, his years as a balloon seller, and the dreams of adventure he shared with his wife. Without Ellie, Carl seems lost. When the city threatens to force him into Shady Oaks Retirement Home, Carl hatches a plan to get to Paradise Falls in South America--the destination he and Ellie always dreamt of visiting together. The accidental inclusion of Russell, a Wilderness Explorer Scout, is the first flaw in Carl's plan. The appearance of a talking dog is the second. Up becomes a rolicking adventure overflowing with talking animals, crazy hunters, chocolate, and self-discovery.
Studio: Disney/Pixar, 2009
At 78-years-old, Carl finds himself widowed and angry at the world. He has amazing memories of his childhood and marriage with Ellie, his years as a balloon seller, and the dreams of adventure he shared with his wife. Without Ellie, Carl seems lost. When the city threatens to force him into Shady Oaks Retirement Home, Carl hatches a plan to get to Paradise Falls in South America--the destination he and Ellie always dreamt of visiting together. The accidental inclusion of Russell, a Wilderness Explorer Scout, is the first flaw in Carl's plan. The appearance of a talking dog is the second. Up becomes a rolicking adventure overflowing with talking animals, crazy hunters, chocolate, and self-discovery.
Mythbusters
Mythbusters, DVD
Studio: Discovery, 2008
At some point, Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman wondered, "Are all those urban legends true?" and decided to find out. Using scientific methods and their experience working on special effects team, Adam and Jamie do their best to test various myths. Are you more likely to get struck by lightning if you have a tongue piercing? Will you really fail a drug test after eating poppy seeds on your bagel? Adam, Jamie and the rest of the Mythbusters crew test and confirm/debunk various urban legends on this fantastic Discovery show.
Studio: Discovery, 2008
At some point, Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman wondered, "Are all those urban legends true?" and decided to find out. Using scientific methods and their experience working on special effects team, Adam and Jamie do their best to test various myths. Are you more likely to get struck by lightning if you have a tongue piercing? Will you really fail a drug test after eating poppy seeds on your bagel? Adam, Jamie and the rest of the Mythbusters crew test and confirm/debunk various urban legends on this fantastic Discovery show.
The Chronicles of Narnia
The Chronicles of Narnia, by CS Lewis
ISBN: 2725600782
Published by Collier Books, 1976
This is a series filled with magic, adventures and unlikely heroes. In The Magician's Nephew, Digory and his friend Polly wind up in The Wood between Worlds. What follows is the creation of Narnia--the world that takes center stage throughout this series. Digory and Polly must defeat the evil Queen Jadis, who also torments the world in The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe. CS Lewis weaves characters throughout his series, bringing familiar faces and places to his readers time and time again. The series is acknolweged as being a Christian allegory. While this is true, the series is also a fantastic adventure story filled with lessons about good and evil, dynamic characters like Tumnus the Faun, and vivid settings like Cair Paravel.
ISBN: 2725600782
Published by Collier Books, 1976
This is a series filled with magic, adventures and unlikely heroes. In The Magician's Nephew, Digory and his friend Polly wind up in The Wood between Worlds. What follows is the creation of Narnia--the world that takes center stage throughout this series. Digory and Polly must defeat the evil Queen Jadis, who also torments the world in The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe. CS Lewis weaves characters throughout his series, bringing familiar faces and places to his readers time and time again. The series is acknolweged as being a Christian allegory. While this is true, the series is also a fantastic adventure story filled with lessons about good and evil, dynamic characters like Tumnus the Faun, and vivid settings like Cair Paravel.
Hoot
Hoot, by Carl Hiaasen
ISBN: 1905775040
Publisher: Alfred A Knopf, 2002
After Roy moves to Florida with his family, he decides it's much less interesting than Montana. But then he spots the running boy. The stranger sprints crazily along the sidewalk, through backyards and into the woods--all without shoes on. To make it even weirder, he doesn't appear to attend school. By following this mystery, Roy stumbles across another discovery: tiny, perfect burrowing owls. Unfortunately, the tiny birds are about to be bulldozed by the construction crew who's putting up Mother Paula's Pancake House. Together with the running boy, Roy tries desperately to save the owls from their terrible fate.
ISBN: 1905775040
Publisher: Alfred A Knopf, 2002
After Roy moves to Florida with his family, he decides it's much less interesting than Montana. But then he spots the running boy. The stranger sprints crazily along the sidewalk, through backyards and into the woods--all without shoes on. To make it even weirder, he doesn't appear to attend school. By following this mystery, Roy stumbles across another discovery: tiny, perfect burrowing owls. Unfortunately, the tiny birds are about to be bulldozed by the construction crew who's putting up Mother Paula's Pancake House. Together with the running boy, Roy tries desperately to save the owls from their terrible fate.
Harry Potter
Harry Potter books 1-7, by JK Rowling
Publisher: Arthur A. Levine
Year: 2007
Harry spent his childhood unwanted, adopted by his Aunt Petunia and Uncle Vernon after the death of Harry's parents. Harry was given his cousin's hand-me-downs, and his bedroom was actually the cupboard under the stairs. On his 11th birthday, though, Harry was told the truth: he was a wizard! Against his aunt and uncle's wishes, Harry transferred to the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, where he would learn the history of magic, as well as charms and spells. Harry also learned that his parents were killed by a dark wizard called Lord Voldemort. After years of torturing the wizarding world, Voldemort was destroyed when he tried to kill Harry. Not only did Harry learn that he was a wizard; he was a famous wizard, credited with saving the world. But Voldemort was not completely killed. Harry begins seeing hints of the evil wizard and his followers as soon as he enters Hogwarts. By the end of this series, Voldemort has regained a foothold in the world, and Harry must try to defeat him all over again.
Publisher: Arthur A. Levine
Year: 2007
Harry spent his childhood unwanted, adopted by his Aunt Petunia and Uncle Vernon after the death of Harry's parents. Harry was given his cousin's hand-me-downs, and his bedroom was actually the cupboard under the stairs. On his 11th birthday, though, Harry was told the truth: he was a wizard! Against his aunt and uncle's wishes, Harry transferred to the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, where he would learn the history of magic, as well as charms and spells. Harry also learned that his parents were killed by a dark wizard called Lord Voldemort. After years of torturing the wizarding world, Voldemort was destroyed when he tried to kill Harry. Not only did Harry learn that he was a wizard; he was a famous wizard, credited with saving the world. But Voldemort was not completely killed. Harry begins seeing hints of the evil wizard and his followers as soon as he enters Hogwarts. By the end of this series, Voldemort has regained a foothold in the world, and Harry must try to defeat him all over again.
Little Brother
Little Brother, by Cory Doctorow
ISBN: 0765319853
Publisher: Tor Teen, 2008
What would happen if the United States became a police state? What if the government used your transit pass to track all of your movements, then took you in for questioning if you deviated your behavior? According to Cory Doctorow, most Americans would be slow to take offense, and therefore slow to react. In Little Brother, most Americans wait until it’s nearly too late. If not for Marcus, aka M1k3y, the country might never recover. After a nuclear attack nearly destroys San Francisco, Marcus takes his skills online, hacking and posting and viewing and encouraging others to do the same. With the guidance of this teenage hacker, the United States might stand a chance of protecting itself…from its own leaders…
ISBN: 0765319853
Publisher: Tor Teen, 2008
What would happen if the United States became a police state? What if the government used your transit pass to track all of your movements, then took you in for questioning if you deviated your behavior? According to Cory Doctorow, most Americans would be slow to take offense, and therefore slow to react. In Little Brother, most Americans wait until it’s nearly too late. If not for Marcus, aka M1k3y, the country might never recover. After a nuclear attack nearly destroys San Francisco, Marcus takes his skills online, hacking and posting and viewing and encouraging others to do the same. With the guidance of this teenage hacker, the United States might stand a chance of protecting itself…from its own leaders…
Avatar: The Last Airbender
Avatar: The Last Airbender (DVD)
by Nickelodeon & Paramount Home Studios
2006
Katara and her brother Sokka are out on the river, testing Katara's waterbending abilities, when they come across a giant iceberg. Inadvertenly, they break the iceberg open and find a boy inside. He turns out to be Aang, the next Avatar--a master of all the elements. Aang has been frozen for 100 years and is unaware of the war that's broken out across the world. The Avatar had many responsibilities in the past; but now, he's the only hope for salvation. People from the Earth and Water Nations are hoping the Avatar will return and stop the war with the Fire Nation, ultimately bringing peace to the world. Though Aang is technically over 100 years old, he was frozen at the age of 12--and he still feels like a 12-year-old. Katara and Sokka must help Aang master all the elements so he can confront the Fire Nation and bring balance back to the planet.
by Nickelodeon & Paramount Home Studios
2006
Katara and her brother Sokka are out on the river, testing Katara's waterbending abilities, when they come across a giant iceberg. Inadvertenly, they break the iceberg open and find a boy inside. He turns out to be Aang, the next Avatar--a master of all the elements. Aang has been frozen for 100 years and is unaware of the war that's broken out across the world. The Avatar had many responsibilities in the past; but now, he's the only hope for salvation. People from the Earth and Water Nations are hoping the Avatar will return and stop the war with the Fire Nation, ultimately bringing peace to the world. Though Aang is technically over 100 years old, he was frozen at the age of 12--and he still feels like a 12-year-old. Katara and Sokka must help Aang master all the elements so he can confront the Fire Nation and bring balance back to the planet.
The Sarah Jane Adventures
The Sarah Jane Adventures
Format: DVD
BBC America, 2008
When Sarah Jane was a teenager, she traveled through time and space with a man called The Doctor. Although he looked human, he was truly a Time Lord--a master of time and space from a planet called Galifrey. Three decades later, back on Earth, Sarah Jane lives in London and fights aliens on her own. She has a stash of alien gadgets left over from The Doctor or found during her adventures. For years, Sarah Jane has fought alien threats by herself, or with the help of her gadgets and her dog K-9. But when she starts investigating a soda factory, Sarah Jane finds much more than aliens: she finds a companion in her neighbor Maria, and winds up with an adopted son, Luke. With the help of Maria, Luke, and their friend Clyde, Sarah Jane spends the next few months learning to fight aliens with assistance. The four of them form a team, ready to tackle anything that comes their way.
Format: DVD
BBC America, 2008
When Sarah Jane was a teenager, she traveled through time and space with a man called The Doctor. Although he looked human, he was truly a Time Lord--a master of time and space from a planet called Galifrey. Three decades later, back on Earth, Sarah Jane lives in London and fights aliens on her own. She has a stash of alien gadgets left over from The Doctor or found during her adventures. For years, Sarah Jane has fought alien threats by herself, or with the help of her gadgets and her dog K-9. But when she starts investigating a soda factory, Sarah Jane finds much more than aliens: she finds a companion in her neighbor Maria, and winds up with an adopted son, Luke. With the help of Maria, Luke, and their friend Clyde, Sarah Jane spends the next few months learning to fight aliens with assistance. The four of them form a team, ready to tackle anything that comes their way.
The Secret Science Alliance
The Secret Science Alliance and the Copycat Crook, by Eleanor Davis
ISBN: 1599903962
Publisher: Bloomsbury, 2009
Julian gets a second chance when he moves to a new school. No longer will he have to be Brainiac or Geek or Super Nerd! He tries really hard to be "normal" on his first few days, hoping to avoid getting stuffed into lockers or teased for being smart. But when he lets his guard down and begins babbling about aerodynamics during science class, the truth is revealed. Luckily for Julian, this turns out to be a good thing. Ben, whom Julian had written off as "dumb jock," and Greta, who seemed to be a scary troublemaker, recruit Julian into their science club. The three of them rename themselves The Secret Science Alliance and spend the whole school year creating new gadgets, gizmos and scientific pranks. But when a thieving scientist steals their invention notebook, The Secret Science Alliance must get serious. How do they stop the perpetrator from putting their projects to evil uses? Can Julian stop a crime, or just create witty "Kick Me" signs? Their skills get put to the test in this brilliant graphic novel.
ISBN: 1599903962
Publisher: Bloomsbury, 2009
Julian gets a second chance when he moves to a new school. No longer will he have to be Brainiac or Geek or Super Nerd! He tries really hard to be "normal" on his first few days, hoping to avoid getting stuffed into lockers or teased for being smart. But when he lets his guard down and begins babbling about aerodynamics during science class, the truth is revealed. Luckily for Julian, this turns out to be a good thing. Ben, whom Julian had written off as "dumb jock," and Greta, who seemed to be a scary troublemaker, recruit Julian into their science club. The three of them rename themselves The Secret Science Alliance and spend the whole school year creating new gadgets, gizmos and scientific pranks. But when a thieving scientist steals their invention notebook, The Secret Science Alliance must get serious. How do they stop the perpetrator from putting their projects to evil uses? Can Julian stop a crime, or just create witty "Kick Me" signs? Their skills get put to the test in this brilliant graphic novel.
Alex Rider: Stormbreaker
Stormbreaker (Alex Rider #1), by Anthony Horowitz
ISBN: 0142406112
Publisher: Puffin, 2006
In the middle of the night, the doorbell rings. Instinctively, Alex knows it will be the police (after all, who else rings the doorbell so late?). He also knows it will be bad news, and isn’t too shocked when the police announce that his uncle, Ian Rider, died in an automobile accident. Only when Alex begins prying for more details do things begin to seem fishy. Why was his uncle not wearing his seatbelt that night? He always wore a seatbelt. After Alex finds bullet holes in his uncle’s car, he is kidnapped by MI-6, the Special Operations unit of Britain’s intelligence agency. They confess that Ian Rider worked for MI-6, and was assassinated during a mission. But then they announce that the only person who can complete Ian’s work is Alex himself! Although Alex is only fourteen, he goes through a whirlwind training session and sets off to save his country from a dangerous, secret plot.
ISBN: 0142406112
Publisher: Puffin, 2006
In the middle of the night, the doorbell rings. Instinctively, Alex knows it will be the police (after all, who else rings the doorbell so late?). He also knows it will be bad news, and isn’t too shocked when the police announce that his uncle, Ian Rider, died in an automobile accident. Only when Alex begins prying for more details do things begin to seem fishy. Why was his uncle not wearing his seatbelt that night? He always wore a seatbelt. After Alex finds bullet holes in his uncle’s car, he is kidnapped by MI-6, the Special Operations unit of Britain’s intelligence agency. They confess that Ian Rider worked for MI-6, and was assassinated during a mission. But then they announce that the only person who can complete Ian’s work is Alex himself! Although Alex is only fourteen, he goes through a whirlwind training session and sets off to save his country from a dangerous, secret plot.
City of Ember
The City of Ember, by Jeanne DuPrau
ISBN: 0385736282
Publisher: Yearling, 2008
Lina and Doon live in a city called Ember, which survives as an island in the darkness. The people of Ember have never had contact with anyone outside the city. As far as they know, they are the only people in the world. Anyone reaching the edge of Ember will find themselves staring into darkness; anyone who goes into that darkness disappears or returns completely mad. Lina and Doon, like all 12-year-olds, get their job assignments when they graduate from school. Unlike other 12-year-olds, Lina and Doon use their new responsibilities--their access codes and contacts--to decipher a letter from Ember's founders. Ember is dying. It relies on a generator for all its power. If the generator goes out, the whole city will be buried in darkness. If Lina and Doon can uncover the founders' message, perhaps they can save their city from its fate.
ISBN: 0385736282
Publisher: Yearling, 2008
Lina and Doon live in a city called Ember, which survives as an island in the darkness. The people of Ember have never had contact with anyone outside the city. As far as they know, they are the only people in the world. Anyone reaching the edge of Ember will find themselves staring into darkness; anyone who goes into that darkness disappears or returns completely mad. Lina and Doon, like all 12-year-olds, get their job assignments when they graduate from school. Unlike other 12-year-olds, Lina and Doon use their new responsibilities--their access codes and contacts--to decipher a letter from Ember's founders. Ember is dying. It relies on a generator for all its power. If the generator goes out, the whole city will be buried in darkness. If Lina and Doon can uncover the founders' message, perhaps they can save their city from its fate.
Ender's Game
Ender's Game, by Orson Scott Card
ISBN: 0312932081
Published by Tor, 1991
After the Earth was attacked by Formics (aka "the Buggers"), a global government was formed. One branch ruled Earth-based affairs while another governed the situation in space. The government's pet project, though, was Battle School, where kids were trained in the art of war. Ideally, these kids would grow up to be military geniuses, ready to defeat the Formics for good when they attacked again. Andrew Wiggin, called Ender, was one of these kids. Ender's Game tells the story of his journey from Earth to Battle School, and his experience waging war against aliens.
ISBN: 0312932081
Published by Tor, 1991
After the Earth was attacked by Formics (aka "the Buggers"), a global government was formed. One branch ruled Earth-based affairs while another governed the situation in space. The government's pet project, though, was Battle School, where kids were trained in the art of war. Ideally, these kids would grow up to be military geniuses, ready to defeat the Formics for good when they attacked again. Andrew Wiggin, called Ender, was one of these kids. Ender's Game tells the story of his journey from Earth to Battle School, and his experience waging war against aliens.
Wall-E
Wall-E (DVD)
Studio: Disney/Pixar, 2008
Sometime in the near future, human beings realize the extent of their environmental damage and decide to flee the Earth. They leave a fleet of robots behind to clean up the planet. The idea is that humans will live on a spaceship called Axiom while robots make Earth inhabitable again. 700 years later, Wall-E is the last of his kind. He cleans, collects human artifacts, and takes care of his pet cockroach. The days all run together until the arrival of EVE, a robot probe tasked to find life on the planet. EVE discovers a small green plant and immediately returns to the Axiom (due to protocol). Wall-E, desperately in love with EVE, follows along. A strange situation arises when the humans discover the green plant, the ship's computer discovers the green plant, and Wall-E and EVE learn the green plant's fate. This is a story of love, bravery, adventure, and environmentalism.
Studio: Disney/Pixar, 2008
Sometime in the near future, human beings realize the extent of their environmental damage and decide to flee the Earth. They leave a fleet of robots behind to clean up the planet. The idea is that humans will live on a spaceship called Axiom while robots make Earth inhabitable again. 700 years later, Wall-E is the last of his kind. He cleans, collects human artifacts, and takes care of his pet cockroach. The days all run together until the arrival of EVE, a robot probe tasked to find life on the planet. EVE discovers a small green plant and immediately returns to the Axiom (due to protocol). Wall-E, desperately in love with EVE, follows along. A strange situation arises when the humans discover the green plant, the ship's computer discovers the green plant, and Wall-E and EVE learn the green plant's fate. This is a story of love, bravery, adventure, and environmentalism.
Redwall
Redwall, by Brian Jacques
ISBN: 0142302376
Publisher: Puffin/Philomel, 2002
Redwall is a peaceful abbey in the heart of Mossflower Wood. The buildings and grounds are home to hundreds of mice, squirrels, otters, badgers, and moles. But the shining walls, the food and supplies occasionally bring enemy attacks. In this story (the first of a long series), Cluny the Scourge and his hoarde of rats decide to conquer Redwall for themselves. Redwall was built by a warrior named Martin, but most creatures who live there have never handled a weapon or experienced a fight. A young mouse, Matthias, must find Martin's sword in order to defeat the enemy. Matthias' courage and determination are the only things standing in Cluny's way.
ISBN: 0142302376
Publisher: Puffin/Philomel, 2002
Redwall is a peaceful abbey in the heart of Mossflower Wood. The buildings and grounds are home to hundreds of mice, squirrels, otters, badgers, and moles. But the shining walls, the food and supplies occasionally bring enemy attacks. In this story (the first of a long series), Cluny the Scourge and his hoarde of rats decide to conquer Redwall for themselves. Redwall was built by a warrior named Martin, but most creatures who live there have never handled a weapon or experienced a fight. A young mouse, Matthias, must find Martin's sword in order to defeat the enemy. Matthias' courage and determination are the only things standing in Cluny's way.
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