Review: We Come Apart

We Come Apart by Sarah Crossan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is written in blank verse and is very quick and easy to read but it is not a light weight story. The author draws us in to the story of Nicu and Jess two teenagers who meet on a community service programme. Each has problems at home they cannot share with others but they find support in their friendship. True to life, you will be hooked in hoping they can create their happy ending.

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Review: Geography Club

Geography Club by Brent Hartinger
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Great book, short and easy to read but it gets its message across. It's High School as we all know it and every school needs a Geography Club.

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Review: The Hate U Give

The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Very relevant given the recent shootings of black youths by white policemen in America and the Black Lives Matter movement. A good story following Starr who lives a double life going to a white school and living in a gang controlled suburb. Witnessing the murder of her friend forces Starr to decide how she can reconcile the two different sides of her life.

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L!BRARY - How to design a library that makes kids want to read

The Robin Hood foundation renovated the libraries of public schools in New York, take a look at this TED talk on the ideas they came up with and think about what we could do in our library.




How to design a library that makes kids want to read

Review: The Universe Versus Alex Woods

The Universe Versus Alex Woods by Gavin Extence
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Fabulous story. Alex is a very sympathetic hero and the adventures that result from him doing the 'right thing' are entertaining and believable.

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