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.
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