Zombie Dairies: Apocalypse Cow!
​by Guy Edmonds and Matt Zeremes

Reviewed by William M. BGS This book is about three kids who try and survive a cow apocalypse. The interesting thing is that the parents turn into cows when they get sick. To survive the apocalypse they need to avoid cow drool and the mean kids. This book ends with the reader wanting to know more but we have to wait for the next book. This was a fun book to read. ​This book will be good for 10 year olds. I rate this book 10/10.

​Pizzaz vs. Perfecto by Sophy Henn

Reviewed by Sara H. BGS In this story the main character is Pizzaz. Pizzaz is a superhero and she has to fight evil villains! Pizzaz is old enough to fight baddies by herself now so she has to go fight a baddie called Perfecto. Perfecto is destroying the chocolate factory! Pizzaz tries to fight her back but she gets turned into a human lolly! Will Pizzaz ever be able to defeat her when Perfecto is so perfect at everything? I really loved this book, I just wish that the author used some more descriptive words so I rate it a 7/10!

Gangsta Granny by David Walliams

Reviewed by Isaac V. CLPS This is a cool book about a boy called Ben who thinks that his granny is boring. Suddenly he sees her about to rob a jeweller... I rate this book 10/10.

​Zoo Crew by Guy Edmonds and Matt Zeremes

Reviewed by William. M BGS This book is about three friends who want to win the athletics carnival. This book doesn't have any old characters, these characters are zoo animals. This is an exciting book to read and follows them in their adventures during the day at school. I'm hoping there is a second book to come for the Zoo Crew because I enjoyed this book. I rate this book 10/10.  think this book is good for 6 year olds.

​Karen's Roller Skates by Ann M. Martin

Reviewed by Sara H. BGS The main character in this book is Karen. Karen is showing her little brother Andrew a roller skating trick. She jumps over two coffee cans and lands perfectly but then she tries to turn and... CRASH! her wrist is broken and she needs to go to the hospital! At the hospital she sees her friend from school, Ricky. Ricky has broken his ankle! Karen notices that Ricky has signatures all over his cast. Karen worries that no one will care about her cast so she goes into a cast signing contest with Ricky. Karen needs to get lots of signatures to beat Ricky. Will her cast be good enough to beat Ricky's? Read to find out! I really loved reading this book. I rate it a 10/10!

After by Morris Gleitzman

Reviewed by Indie F. CLPS After the Nazis took Felix's parents and killed his best friend Zelda, he was scared. He was also determined to get revenge on the Nazis by joining forces with a group of people called the Partisans to take them down, once and for all... It's a great book. I recommend it for ages 10 and up its not for younger kids as some of it can be sad and/or scary. I rate it 10/10 because I really enjoyed it.

​Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone
​by J. K. Rowling

Reviewed by Sara H. BGS Harry Potter is a very unusual boy. For starters, unusual stuff always seems to happen around him. He has a lightning bolt shaped scar on his forehead. His aunt and uncle always told him it was from a car crash and that was how his parents had died. One day a letter comes in the mail addressed in green ink, sealed with a picture of a badger, serpent, eagle and a lion. Around them is the word Hogwarts. His aunt and uncle took it off him before he could see what it was. Then, a huge person named Rubeus Hagrid comes through the door and tells him he is a..... wizard! Read to see what happens next! I really loved reading this book and love how well the author uses words to describe how something looks because there were no pictures. I rate it a 10/10!

​Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
​by J. K. Rowling

Reviewed by Indie F. CLPS This is a really great book. I have enjoyed reading the Harry Potter series. I would recommend it for ages 7+ and give it 9/10.

​Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
by J. K. Rowling

Reviewed by Sara H. BGS This is a GREAT book! It's probably one of my favourite books I've ever read! The author was so creative with the words she used to describe things because there were no pictures. I totally recommend this book for people who like adventures and who like to be scared. I do not recommend this for people that are under 8 years of age because they might get scared very easily and have nightmares.

Worst Week Ever: Monday by Eva Amores

Reviewed by Sara H. BGS I think this is a good book for people that like to have a laugh. Its very silly and funny and also a bit irresponsible. The writers of this book were very creative and have an amazing imagination. I recommend this book for people who like to read and have a laugh and a giggle ( and do not take a book too seriously either! )

​Matilda by Roald Dahl

Reviewed by Chev CLPS I love Matilda it’s one of my favourite books. ​I recommend it for people 10 and up.

​YO-KAI WATCH, Vol. 10 by Noriyuki Konishi

Reviewed by Indie F.  CLPS Nate Adams is a average high school boy but his life changes when he finds the magical yo-kai watch. In this book you will learn about new types of yo-kai watches and you will meet new yo-kai like Robunyan-f and lots more!

​Wolf Girl: Into the Wild by Anh Do

Reviewed by Sara H. BGS I recommend this book for people who like to read and / or have adventures and like dogs, animals, forests and bushes! Its full of action packed fun and exiting adventures!

​The Great Escape: Wolf Girl 2 by Anh Do

Reviewed by Sara H. BGS In this book the main character is Gwen. Gwen was separated from her family 4 years ago and she and her pack have set out to find them. But then she gets shoved into the back of a van and taken to a kids camp. Will her pack be able to find her? Will she still be able to find her family? What if they don't, will she ever be able to get out? Will any of the kids talk to her? Read to see what happens next! I recommend this book for 8 to 14 years old and I really enjoyed reading this because the author really hooked me in. I rate it 7/10.

The Secret Cave: Wolf Girl 3 by Anh Do

​Reviewed by Sara H. BGS In this book the main character is Gwen. Gwen has just escaped the kids' prison camp and has set of again to try and find her parents. She is walking and she spots a HUGE cave. It's a grown ups prison camp and maybe her parents are in there!?! She finds another entrance to the cave to get in. Read to see what happens next! I really enjoyed reading this book and totally recommend it! I rate it 8/10.

​The Traitor: Wolf Girl 4 by Anh Do

Reviewed by Sara H. BGS One night Gwen (the main character) and her pack were sleeping except one, Sunrise the wolf was gone when they woke up. They set out to find her and they found her at the biggest mansion they had ever seen! Sunrise was in the back yard and Gwen worried that they had travelled all this way and what if Sunrise decided to stay after all? Read to see what happens next! I recommend this book for people aged 8 to 14. I rate it 7/10.

Across the Sea: Wolf Girl 5  by Anh Do

​Reviewed by Sara H. BGS ​ Gwen and her pack are still looking for her parents, but its Winter now and its cold and snowy out. They all have to find shelter and warmth. They are travelling around a lake which is half frozen when the smallest of the pack, Tiny, sees a snow fox. He chases after it and.... SPLASH!!! Tiny falls into the water! Gwen has to go onto the half frozen ice and try and catch Tiny! Will she get him in time and if she does how will she get back? I recommend this book for people 7+ years of age. I rate it 9/10.

Animal Train: Wolf Girl 6 by Anh Do

Reviewed by Sara H. BGS I recommend this for people that like to read about and / or have adventures! I don't recommend this for people under 8 or 9 years of age because there are giant spiders, rats, soldiers and other things that might scare them.

Good Night Stories For Rebel Girls

Reviewed by Lily SCPS Watch out! this is a book all about amazing Woman who were almost erased from history! Most of them were in the olden days and some in Ancient Rome and Egypt. In one story, there was a Chinese astronomer. I didn't even think there were astronomers in China! ​This book is great because its not too long and it is educational too. It also gives all the girls out there a big boost, and a chance to be inspired by the incredible women who have done unbelievable things.

​Mega Monster by David Walliams

Reviewed by Jesse Y. BGS Larker is a hilarious girl, who has had a sad life so far. Her parents died and the only thing that keeps her happy is making jokes. But I am not sure if they will save her from this horrible school. There are terrifying groundskeepers and an evil science teacher. And monsters! ​Every book I have read lately is about bad schools. The reason I chose this book for a book review is that it had a lot of hilarious words and phrases. The pictures were cool, but the story-line was awesome. I loved it! I love the fact David Walliams shows us the characters beforehand. This story reminds me of Godzilla and big creatures because all the monsters are huge.

Dawn's Wicked Stepsister by Ann M. Martin

Reviewed by ​Isla C. SCPS As a fan of the Baby Sitters Club I have to say, that out of all of these books this one definitely was one of my favourites, but I think that you might need to read the other great books by Ann M. Martin (other Baby Sitters Club books). I liked this book because I thought that the author put in some things that the readers were not expecting in the series. There were also a lot of good word choices in the book that helped me get a good picture in my head.  I would recommend this book to anyone who likes to read about the Baby Sitters Club or anyone that likes to read books with a bit of suspense.

Monday - Into the Cave of Thieves
​by Ralph Lazar 

Reviewed by William M. BGS  This is a very fun book to read.  It is about a boy called Dash and his adventures in one day at school.  Some characters are bad and steal items from the school.  Dash investigates to find the stolen items.  His investigations send him on mysterious adventures.  This book is good for ages 6 and above.  I rate this book 10/10.

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
​by J.K. Rowling

Reviewed by Olivia P. BGS Harry is not an ordinary boy. He goes to Hogwarts School of Magic and he has lots of magic adventures. ​I liked this book because it is breath taking and suspenseful. I loved it so much that I rate it 10/10. I think this is a good book for kids 9+ and if you like magic.

My Brother Ben by Peter Carnavas

Reviewed by Byron H. CLPS I am reading the book called My Brother Ben. It is written by Peter Carnavas. So far this book has been good because it is about a boy who found a bird on the side of the road. The bird had broken leg so he is nursing it back to full health. I am looking forward to finishing this book. ​So far I rate this book a 5 out of 10 and recommend it to bird lovers and other kids 8 and older.

Dog Man by Dav Pilkey

Reviewed by Chev CLPS Dog Man is a very creative and funny book. I think this book is good for ages 7 and up. I rate this book 9/10.

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
​by J.K. Rowling

Reviewed by Indie F.  CLPS This is a really great book. It was very interesting. I couldn't put the book down. ​I give it 10/10 and recommend it for ages 7 and up.

​The Getaway (Diary of A Wimpy Kid#12)
by Jeff Kinney 

Reviewed by Jesse Y. BGS This book is a sequel so maybe read the other ones before it. I quite liked the comedy relief, because it keeps me laughing. Greg and his family are hoping for a holiday but getting to the airport very late kind of seems bad. They think their resort is perfect until, spiders in the toilet! Eewwww. Romance, and heartbreak, and security... Jeez they're having a bad holiday. Back to me telling you why it's good. I loved the pictures, because they really put what the author is trying to tell you, and you can see it. It really helps. The events in the story were really well planed like the security (I wont go into to much detail because of spoilers).  I would recommend this book to people aged 6-11. I rate it 8 out of 10.

​Team Tryouts! (Daring Delly #1)
​by Matthew Dellavedova

Reviewed by Nate C. SCPS I thought this book was pretty amazing because one, it's about basketball and two, it's about an NBA/NBL player when he was a kid. I really love how the author added in basketball terms such as chest pass, jump shot and layup. Even at the start of the book there are some pictures of stick men in the middle of a basketball technique of how to do it. The the book is based on Matthew Dellavedova and his teammates going up against Melbourne's best junior basketball team and the best part was when they went to go play them. I really love how they main characters send each other little notes like " Hey Delly have you ever felt like giving up?" ​I'd rate this book a solid 8/10.

​Yo-kai Watch Vol. 7 by Noriyuki Konishi

Reviewed by Indie F. CLPS Nate Adams is a ordinary high school kid until one day he finds the magical Yo-Kai Watch which allows him to see Yo-kai. In this book you get to see even more funny and interesting Yo-kai such as Gush the Nosebleed Yo-kai who causes random blood noses and many more. It was an amazing, funny, graphic novel and I really enjoyed it. I would give it 10/10.

Working with Dragons: A Course in Dragonology
​by Ernest Drake

Reviewed by Will E. SCPS The reason why I love this book so much is because in the diary, from Dr Drake, it’s all about his discovery of dragons, the things that he invented to help him, and the dragons. To top it off, it’s written in different languages. This makes it enjoyable and interesting to read. It can tell you all about dragons even though it’s a mythical book. I recommend it for all ages from ten and above. I rate it a 9/10. I dare you to read it!

FGTeeV Presents: Into the Game!
by FGTeeV

Reviewed by Chev CLPS This book is written by youtubers.  It is a really funny book it is also a graphic novel. I recommend this book to people aged 8 to 15. ​ I rate this book a 9/10.

Goosebumps by R. L. Stine

Reviewed by Oliver R. BGS It’s scary, gross 🤮 and entertaining.

Pig the Pug by Aaron Blabey

Reviewed by Jude CLPS ​It's funny.

The Bad Guys: Episode 3: The Furball Strikes Again
​by Aaron Blabey

Reviewed by Riley C. CLPS I really liked the plot twist at the end of this book, I found it super funny. I recommend this to people that like comic like books. I rate this 10/10.

Once by Morris Gleitzman

Reviewed by Peyton CLPS I'm telling you about the last chapter of the book. This last chapter is about Felix trying to find his parents. He found a girl, her name was Zelda,  and she was also trying to find her parents. I recommend this book for people aged 10+. ​I rate this book a 10/10.

Tool Time! (Hot Dog #11) by Anh Do 

Reviewed by Lola M. CLPS  This book is about a dog that has two friends, a lizard and a cat. They really want to go to a carnival, but it costs too much money. They decide to fix things. They call themselves The Fix-it Friends! They fix a lot of things and get enough money to go to the carnival!   I recommend this book for 7 to 12 year olds.   I rate it 10/10

Yo-kai Watch Vol. 1 by Noriyuki Konishi 

Reviewed by Indie F. CLPS  The main character, Nate Adams is an ordinary high school boy and one day his life changes when he discovers the Yo-kai Watch. The Yo-kai Watch allows him to see mysterious creatures called Yo-kai and they come in all shapes and sizes.   It's a comic style book and it is hilarious!  I recommend this book for all ages.  I rate it 10/10.

Fox Cub Danger (Animal Ark #3) by Lucy Daniels 

Reviewed by Olivia P. BGS  This book is about a fox that gets hurt in the wild. Amelia and Sam find it,  and the rest of the fox family, that are getting hurt in the wild. Amelia and Sam try and stop the foxes getting hurt. I enjoyed this because it was about two people wanting to help animals.   I rate this book 9/10.

A Boy Called Bob by Bob Murphy 

Reviewed by ​Jacob ​SJSD This was the best book I have ever read, and it gave me a good insight into Bob Murphy’s journey to becoming an AFL star.   I loved this book!

Bad Guys: Episode 1 by Aaron Blabey

Reviewed by Chev CLPS  Bad Guys is a great and funny book. It will make you laugh a little and if you like funny and action book is this book is for you.  I recommend it for ages 6 and up.  I rate it 8/10.

The First Sniff (Fartboy #1) by Adam Wallace 

Reviewed by William  BGS  This book is about a boy called Martin and he lived in a tidy town called Sparkletown. His teacher asked him to go and grab some chips at the baked beans factory but Martin didn't want to go there. An explosion at the factory changed his life forever. He became a superhero with the superpower of fart gas. He saved people who were in a Tsunami that was going to destroy the town.  I enjoyed this book because Martin saved people.  This book is good for year 3 and above.   I rate this book 10/10

Sisters by Raina Telgemeier 

Reviewed by Chev P CLPS  Sisters is a great book about sisters.     The main character Raina used to want a little sister but that all changed when Asmara was born. She started to have second thoughts about having a sister.  I rate this book 10/10.  I would recommend it to all ages.

The London Eye Mystery by Siobhan Dowd 

Reviewed by Olivia P. BGS  ​ Ted and Kat’s cousin Salim comes to stay. They visit the London Eye and Salim goes up but does come back down. The book gets you in and you want to keep reading.   This book is 10/10 - I loved it so much!

Tales from a Not-So-Fabulous Life (Dork Diaries #1)
by Rachel Renée Russell

Reviewed by Chev CLPS  Dork Diaries is a book about teenagers. My favourite character is Mackenzie Hollister.  This book is an amazing book in my opinion.   I recommend the Dork Diaries for ages 9-14.   Overall this book is a 10/10.

Double Cross (Mrs Smith’s Spy School for Girls #3)
by Beth McMullen 

Reviewed by Olivia P. BGS  This book is about a girl called Abigail Hunter. There is an upcoming challenge and Abigail’s friends Toby, Izumi and Charlotte are competing against one of the smartest girls at their school. If they win they might be able to go to Mrs. Smith’s spy school and be an actual spy. I enjoyed this book because it was action packed and not usually the book I read.   I rate it 10/10.

​Dog Man: Lord of the Fleas by Dav Pilkey 

Reviewed by Lola M. CLPS  I think this book is really good. It’s about a bunch of bad guys trying to get revenge on an old bad guy. The bad guys make a big robot to try to take over the world. The good guys make a ginormous robot. They defeat the bad guys and send them to jail.    I highly recommend this book for 6 to 11 year olds.   I rate it 10/10.

The Treasure of the Dead Man’s Cove 
(You Choose #1) by George Ivanoff

Reviewed by Chev CLPS   In this book you can chose what happens.  I recommend it for ages 7 and up.  This book is entertaining.  Overall I rate this book 7/10.

Alice-Miranda Keeps the Beat by Jacqueline Harvey 

Reviewed by Olivia P. BGS  Alice-Miranda is a girl who goes to a boarding school. She had lots of friends and after a fire burns down a house, Alice-Miranda and her friends put on a show to raise money for the family. The book was entertaining and I loved it.   I rate it 10/10

Snuffle and the Flower by Jonathan Lambert 

​Reviewed by Lola M. CLPS  I love this book because it makes me feel very happy. It doesn’t have many words, but the pictures tell the whole story.  I recommend this book for 4 to 8 year olds.   I rate it 10/10

Rodrick Rules (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #2) 
​by Jeff Kinney 

Reviewed by Chev CLPS  This book is about two brothers that don’t get along. I found the book pretty hilarious.   I rate this book 8/10.

​Wings of Fire: The Dragonet Prophecy
​by Tui T. Sutherland 

Reviewed by Lachlan T. BGS   This is the first book in an amazing series written by Tui T. Sutherland called Wings of Fire; The Dragonet Prophecy. It's an incredible fantasy novel.  In the book, we are introduced to our main characters, the dragonets. Their names are Clay, Tsunami, Glory, Sunny and Starflight and they embark on a perilous quest to stop the great war. Little do they know, many of the dragon tribes of Pyrrha know about them, even though they have been raised in secrecy. Many of the dragon tribes also are trying to stop them from ending the war. Can the dragonets save Pyrrha? Or is it the end for them? Read to find out!   This book is an exciting novel with many action-packed chapters. It will take you on an awesome rollercoaster where you will be plunged from darkness and despair into happiness and elation.   I recommend this action- fantasy novel for the ages 9- 13 years old. This book is great for those ages because it can be quite gory at times.   It's an amazing book that I could definitely read again. ​I rate this novel 10/10.

Bratz Stilesville Starz. by Christine Peymani 

Reviewed by Mikaela F. CLPS  This book is about a group of friends that are about to shoot a new movie. They are really excited to do the fantastic movie. When it was time to practice their roles they were so excited to start that the day. As the girls competition escalates, will the girls realize that their relationship is more valuable than a movie role?   I rate it a 7/10.   I highly recommend it for Year Four and up. I like this book because it is part of a series.

Rapunzel Rapunzel, Wash Your Hair!
​by Steve Smallman 

Reviewed by Alex H. BGS  I definitely recommend this book for young readers such as 4 – 8 year olds. It is very funny compared to the real story of Rapunzel.  I think most people would enjoy this book.

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire:  by J.K. Rowling 

Reviewed by Isaac V. CLPS  The Pensieve chapter Harry goes into Professor Dumbledore's office and sees a stone basin. He looks into it and suddenly falls through...  I recommend this book for kids from 7 to 99.  I rate this 10/10.

The Last Bear by Hannah Gold 

Reviewed by Sam McK. BGS  In this book we are introduced to our main character April where she has to go to Bear Island which has no bears apparently, for her dad’s new job. When she arrives there, she sees a silhouette in the distance and finds a fully grown polar bear but when time is running out and bear cannot stay on the island, she has to do something. In this book it is an action filled story of two near-impossible friends trying to get of the island. The author, Hannah Gold, always has the reader guessing on what's going happen and having an extremely good mix between detail and the text still moving forward and also the family text bits like when April has a fight with her father. Then there is the extreme amount of emotion, there was so much emotion that I was about to shed some tears. Also there were warnings about global warming in this book. Hannah Gold has informed me a bit more about global warming and I am very intrigued on what other books she writes.  I would recommend this book if you like a very unpredictable book and if you like a realistic book that gets you emotional all the time and gives you the feeling that the animals are humans.   Overall this is a lovely book and I give it a 10/10!

The Song of Lewis Carmichael by Sofie Laguna 

Reviewed by Harry J. BGS  This is a great book about a boy named Matthew and a bird named Lewis Carmichael who travel to the arctic. It starts off a bit weird and confusing but then it starts to become a lot more clear. The book is great for anyone who likes a bit of adventure.   I recommend this book for people from 7 and up due to some of the complicated words.  I really enjoyed this book and give it 8/10.

The Wild Robot by Peter Brown 

Reviewed by Jesse Y. BGS  Roz is a robot who knows nothing of her past. Her ship crashed and she is the only survivor. She meets many people such has a talking squirrel, a goose, bears, and other things. She becomes the most popular person on the island. But foes come to take her away. She just survives. She must leave but everyone wants her to stay. She was a zero then she became a hero. I really like the mystery in the book because it keeps me guessing. Peter Brown is a very good fantasy writer. The way he changes his type of writing throughout the story. He is very descriptive and he doesn't need to tell, he can just show.   I would recommend this book to anyone who likes fantasy and future.   I rate it 8/10.

Good Night, Sleep Tight by Mem Fox 

Reviewed by Peyton CLPS  Ben and Bonnie had a favourite babysitter. When they go to bed, he always sings songs to make them sleep. I recommend it for 3 to 5 years olds.  It is not a book that I would choose to read for myself. I rate it a 3/10.

Kristy's Great Idea (The Babysitters Club #1)
​by Ann M. Martin 

Reviewed by Mikaela F. CLPS  ​This book is about four friends who love taking care of kids. Their names were Claudia, Stacy, Mary Anne and Kristy. Then one day Kristy thought of a brilliant idea. That idea was a babysitting club to make money and have a lot of fun with the kids.   I rate it a 10/10.   I highly recommend it for Year Three and up.   I really like it because there is a book collection that you can buy with this exact story in it.

Star Wars Jedi Academy: The Force Oversleeps
​by Jarrett J. Krosoczka 

Reviewed by Harry J. BGS  This book is about a boy named Victor Starspeeder who is having trouble with one of his new classmates during his second year of Jedi academy. This book has a bit of humour spread throughout the book. Victor is really frustrated when Xavier joins the Jedi Academy because he is worried he won't be known for what he is good at anymore. He is also worried that his friends won't like him anymore. But he later realises that Xavier wasn't so bad.   I would recommend this book for anyone who likes a bit of humour so I give this book a 9/10.

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Braum 

Reviewed by Mikaela F. CLPS  There is family living in a little house and one day something terrible happens. On that day there was a big, loud tornado outside and it was going straight to their little house. But luckily they had a bunker-like thing and they all went in except Dorothy. The big tornado caught the little house with Dorothy and her little, cute dog named Toto. They were both really scared.   I rate it a 9/10. I like it because it was entertaining.   I recommend it for Year 7 and up.

The Dentist of Darkness by David O’Connell 

Reviewed by Jesse Y. BGS  ​ Archie McBudge is a happy boy with his friends Fleiss and Billy. He owns the McBudge Chocolate Factory. Everything is going smoothly until three small men tell him he is the guardian of the wridire tree. He is confused but is still happy. The dentist is a nightmare and he is going to change unquiet night. The main bad guy is the mirk, who wants the wrdie tree for itself. I really like the twists in the book because it keeps me second guessing. Also the mystery and word choices are really good for this type of book because the words are all crazy just like this book.   I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys sequels and action/ mystery.   I rate it 9/10.

A Great Escape by Felice Arena 

Reviewed by Harry J. BGS  This book is about a boy named Peter who lives with his Oma and Opa which is grandma and grandpa in German. He is experiencing the cold war in a really tough way because he is without his parents. His parents left Berlin and he was meant to come the day after and then suddenly the wall was built separating him from his family. But Peter wants to go to his family so he can get over the wall. This book has lots of twists and turns all throughout the book which is very exciting. I think a lot of other people would like it but it was not my cup of tea because I am not a big fan of war stories. That being said, I am going to give this book a 5/10 but if you like war stories definitely read this book.

The 39-Story Treehouse by Andy Griffiths 

Reviewed by Mikaela F. CLPS  In this book Terry and Andy are building a tree house but now there are 39 stories in their house, that is a lot of work. ​It is a really funny book and you should definitely read this book.   I rate it a 10/10.   I recommend it for Year 2 and up.

The Two Towers (Lord of the Rings #2) 
​by J.R.R Tolkien 

Reviewed by Jesse Y. BGS  Frodo has left the fellowship and his trying to make it to Mordor. The others are trying to find Pippin and Merry. Meanwhile Pippin and Merry are in the middle of a war between trees and orcs. Aragon, Gimli and l  Legalos, are tracking Pippin and Merry but stumble upon Gandalf. They all thought he was dead. They find Pippin and Merry in Rohan. But there is a huge battle going on. Frodo and Sam find Gollum and head to Mordor.   I really enjoyed so much description. It makes me want to read the next one. The plot is very easy to understand. The characters give me a lot of connection to them. I would recommend this to anyone who can read a long book and all those fantasy, adventure lovers.   I rate it 8/10.

Mary Anne Saves the Day by Ann M. Martin 

Reviewed by Mikaela F. CLPS  One day Mary Anne was babysitting a little girl and the girl was sick so Mary took her to the hospital. Her mother was so proud of her.   I rate this book a 7/10. I recommend this book for Year 2 and up. ​I really like it because it tells you to basically take care of your surroundings.

Cardinals and Other Song Birds by World Book Inc. 

Reviewed by Alex H. BGS  I recommend this book to anyone who is interested in birds or/and are researching or learning about them.  It was very good to read and had awesome facts!  It describes how they live, where they live, etc.  I enjoyed it very much and would like to read it again.

Specky Magee and a Legend in the Making
​by Felice Arena and Garry Lyon 

Reviewed by Samuel McK. BGS  ​I have enjoyed reading this book because it is a story about a kid's footy journey, and I am big fan of footy. I am a hard Dogs supporter. This is a story I loved, not only because of the subject, but also the structure. It has little problems along the way, but it also keeps the story moving forward. Also, it gives a view of Specky’s life and gives the reader an understanding of how Specky would have felt during this story, like it’s putting you into his shoes. Then they also put a little short bit of information about the character that gives you an understanding of the character. Also, the use of real rules or things that happen in the real world in the book make it feel like this is happening in real life.   I would recommend this book if you are a footy fan and if you love the personalised view of Specky during the story and the little side tasks that are an impact in the story and if you like realistic stories that make you imagine this in real life.

Pink! By Margaret Wild and Judith Rossell  

Reviewed by Peyton CLPS  ​ If I got put in a place like Pink I would be very anxious and very mad a lot. I strongly love how the  green dinosaurs are very kind to Pink. This book is for 5 to 9 year olds. I rate this book 10/10.

Weird School by Damian Callinan 

Reviewed by Jesse Y. BGS  ​ I quite enjoyed how the author added different ways of writing. Also, he made like a class scout because the principal would always come, so it shows a funny part.  I also was pleased by the different characters and their stories, and when there's a key event, they would put a different set of characters. The ending was the best part because the author put all the characters together and it had a lot of twists.   Overall, I would rate this book 8/10.   Any comedy fans out there would like this book very much.

I saw Pete and Pete saw Me by Maggie Hutchins 

Reviewed by Peyton CLPS  It all started when a little boy saw Pete laying down homeless. The next day the little boy came back and went to give him a picture but he had moved spots.   I rate this book 10/10 because that is so sweet of him. ​This book is for all ages.

​Lucky Strike by Bobbie Pyron 

Reviewed by Samuel McK. BGS  ​ I have liked reading this book very much because it is always moving forward and there is always something to give the reader some emotion while reading the book. Also it makes a sudden twist every few chapters so you can never guess what’s going to happen next. There’s also a lot of climaxes, like it’s never ending curiosity and excitement. There’s so many different times in the book where there are shock and wonders… so much that you can’t even put the book down.  This is why I would recommend reading this wonderful book Lucky Strike.  I would recommend this book if you love to read books that are fictional but sound real and if you love a book with a major events everywhere in the story that also gives a lot of emotion in the events and an occasional twist which you can never guess when it will occur so the future of the story is a mystery.

Little Bont and the Big Secret by Marcus Bontempelli with Fiona Harris

Reviewed by Peyton CLPS    I really enjoyed that book because it was about what he loves the most. The story made me feel very comforted.

​Tales from a Not-So-Talented Pop Star (Dork Diary #3) by Rachel Renee Russell 

Reviewed by Olivia P. BGS   ​ The drama for Nikki never stops! From school to home, from friends to family. Can Nikki the dork beat her enemy in the talent contest? Find out in Dork Diaries Pop Star!!!

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl 

Reviewed by Indy CLPS  ​ Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is a truly lovely children’s story about an eager young boy who gets to meet his favourite chocolate maker. Willy Wonka is an eccentric, odd, and wonderful inventor.

Hike by Pete Oswald 

Reviewed by Peyton CLPS  ​ There are no words in this book, but it is about a dad and son leaving their home and driving up a hill to get to their destination. They kept following the map and started walking in a forest with lots of trees. The dad and son went back to the car and went home when it was dark time. They had dinner when they got home and then fell asleep on the couch.

Smile by Raina Telgemeier 

Reviewed by Indy CLPS  ​Smile is a compelling story about family and friendship. Smile gives a captivating tale about teen hood and dental drama! I personally believe that this story is appropriate for a range of ages anywhere from 8 years old to 15 years of age and further. I would absolutely rate this story a 10 out of 10 and highly recommend it.

Sam & Dave Dig a Hole by Mac Barnett 

Reviewed by Peyton CLPS  ​The book is about Sam and Dave digging and digging to see if they could find something, but with all of their digging in different ways they reached where they started.

Tiny Timmy by Tim Cahill 

Reviewed by Oliver R.  BGS  ​ This was a good book because it was interesting to read. It was a bit funny and it keeps you entertained.

Pig the Star by Aaron Blabey

Reviewed by Chev CLPS   This is a picture story book, but I love reading them. This book is funny and great for kids.

Tom Gates #3 Everything's Amazing (Sort of) 
​by Liz Pichon 

Reviewed by Rylee YPCC  This book is about a boy named Tom Gates. His friend asked if he could pet sit for him just for a few days, but his sister was allergic to pets with fur. He didn't know what pet it was, and then he found out that he was looking after a pet ... hamster.

Remember to Dream, Ebere by Cynthia Erivo 

Reviewed by Peyton CLPS  ​ When her mum put, Ebere to bed she said, “Remember to dream”. Ebere had a very hard time getting to sleep and she often got out of bed. Then one day she said “Mummy, I had the most wonderful dream, it was about a rocket ship.” Then she went back and dreamed more. She went back to bed about three times. She told her mum that she had more details about the one dream, so her mum told her to dream even bigger than two house, bigger than bright red.

Angry Cookie by Laura Dockrill 

Reviewed by Alex H. BGS  ​I quite liked this book and I would recommend it to younger children aged 4-7.  It’s a very good book for people to read out loud and put on voices.  I would definitely recommend this book for young readers!

David Bowie by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara  

Reviewed by Isaac V. CLPS  ​I liked the book because it was true and the illustrations were so detailed.

​Yu-Gi-Oh! by Kazuki Takahashi

Reviewed by Oliver R. BGS   ​ It was interesting. There was an intense challenge and the book is not too long.

101 First Words at Home (author not provided) 

Reviewed by Peyton CLPS  ​ This is a good book for little kids who are trying to work out their words. ​I recommend it for 2 to 6 year olds.  I rate this book 5/10.

Ghost (author not provided)

Reviewed by Chev CLPS  ​ In my opinion this book was really interesting, and I could not get my eyes off it. ​It was one of the best books I’ve ever read.