Showing posts with label E.B. White. Show all posts
Showing posts with label E.B. White. Show all posts

Thursday, August 8, 2013

Middle School Book Reviews

More reviews by Middle Schoolers!



Charlotte's Web by E.B. White
Reviewed by V.I., a rising 6th grader

I loved the book because the author made me not want to put the book down once.






The London Eye Mystery by Siobhan Dowd
Reviewed by B.Z., a rising 7th grader

This is a very good book. It was a real page-turner. I couldn't put the book down. Salim seems to disappear into thin air but it's a mystery that happens to actually be realistic. The ending was very satisfying.




Between the Lines by Jodi Picoult and Samantha van Leer
Reviewed by C.Y., a rising 8th grader

I thought it was fascinating both that Jodi Picoult's daughter worked with her on this book and that there might be a dimension in a book when readers don't read it. This book was creative and thought-provoking... though I'm not sure if this qualifies as sci-fi or fantasy. Oliver is such a happy character, and Delilah is a perfect match for him. Edgar is so selfless in the end, and I thought the twist ending was both satisfying and hilarious. Overall, a great book, and one that I won't forget very easily.

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Charlotte's Web is 60!


Join us on Saturday, November 24th at 2 p.m. for a celebration of  the 60th anniversary of the beloved children’s classic by E.B. White, Charlotte’s Web; our celebration will include a reading from the book and the unveiling of our new Charlotte’s Web sculpture!  Generously donated by Wellesley residents Roy and Jean Perkinson, this adorable sculpture depicts Wilbur, Charlotte and Templeton crated up for the county fair.  Created with papier maché by Canadian artist Rion Microys, this piece captures the whimsy and joy of E.B. White’s story and is certain to become a great attraction in the Wellesley Free Library’s children’s room.

Monday, August 15, 2011

Quote of the day...

"It is not often that someone comes along who is a true friend and a good writer."