May Reviews

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Torty and the Soldier by Jennifer Beck

Reviewed by Stevie S. MRPS

Torty is a tortoise. Stewart is a kiwi soldier. Stewart didn’t want to kill but wanted to do his part for his country, so he enlisted in the ambulance corps. That is when he meets Torty.
This book is a small, heartfelt story that is true to the core. I had a spectacular time reading it.
I would recommend this book to 7-10 year old's. It is a tad too sad and a bit boring for ages over 10.
I would rate this book a 9.9/10, it is an amazing book but just a bit too confusing with events. 

Reviewed by Gabe G. MRPS

This interesting book is about a tortoise named Torty during a war.
The tortoise stumbled across some Kiwi soldiers and the soldiers looked after Torty.
Then Torty got squished like a pancake by the wheels of a cannon. He got saved by the soldiers.
Then the story goes back in time to when they signed up. I found out that they are medics and they lost the tortoise. Soon after the tortoise got saved again.
They went home on a ship and the leader didn't allow animals onboard the ship, but Stewart the soldier didn’t care about it.
When they got back to home, Torty ran away. The police gave up on him. Until a girl found him and Torty got returned to home.
Torty is still alive to today! When Stewart died Torty was upset.
​I recommend this book for 6+ because it is about war and it’s a short book. I rate this book a 8.5/10.

Reviewed by Jack P. MRPS

Torty and the soldier is an emotional and heartwarming true story about an everlasting yet unlikely friendship between a WWI soldier named Stewart Little and a tortoise.
Learn how Stewart saves Torty's life several times.
I really liked how the author used the dialogue in the story.
I recommend this book to ages 6+.
​I rate it an easy 9.5 if not 10.

Reviewed by Annabelle P. MRPS

This book was about a New Zealand soldier and his pet tortoise.
One day a young soldier named Stewart spotted a tortoise. It was badly injured by a carriage. Later that day, Stuart and his brother signed up to be  doctors in the war.
When they got to war, Stewart saw the same tortoise and helped it with it's injuries.
When Stewart was helping soldiers, his pet Torty the tortoise came as well, and soldiers loved the tortoise.
The next day, Stewart heard that there were no animals allowed, but he took his pet tortoise anyway.
I recommend this book to people who like real life storybook.
​I rate this book 9 out of 10 because I loved how the book was put as a real story because it is. 

Reviewed by Braxton P. MRPS

This book is about a kind hearted Kiwi solider that saw a turtle walking, then a big machine ran it over.
The turtle was in rough shape. The solider decided to help him, but the solider was a person in the ambulance corp. 
The solider decided to help the turtle. The soldier looked after the turtle. He found out the turtle was 100 years old!
After the war the soldier looked after the turtle.
I absolutely loved how it was a true story!
I’d recommend this book for people that enjoy true stories.
I rate the book a 10/10.

Reviewed by Ivy F. MRPS

This book really caught my interest because the picture book is a true story!
Torty and Stewart have an inseparable bond.
This book includes war, history, friendships and at the end it shows a photo of Torty before he passed away, although Stewart died before Torty. Stewart’s family took care of Torty. Torty isn’t alive anymore either.
​I would recommend this book to those like history, war and friendships.
I would give this book a 9.5 out of 10 it mainly talks about how Torty survived while he was in hibernation and how he wasn’t allowed on the war boat and all sorts.

Reviewed by Allirah D. MRPS

This is a true story and some people may get emotional.
The tortoise is very old and then he gets run over by an old wagon.
Stewart was very nice and helps Torty since Stewart was a nurse is the war.
I personally love true stories and I recommend this book to that love true story’s and kindness, and people around 7-12 years old would like this book because it’s only a short book.

Do Not Open this Book EVER by Andy Lee

Reviewed by Chase H. MPPS

This book is great because it goes through all the ages that Wizz can be.
I like that at the end of this book he turns into a Grandpa and continues on to the next book.
Anyone can read it and it is so fun! 
My rating is 10/10.

Do Not Open this Book OR ELSE by Andy Lee

Reviewed by Chase H. MPPS

This book continues on from the last book.
I like it because Wizz is getting smaller in all the pages. It makes the chocolate seem giant.
I would recommend this book for children aged 5-10
I give this book another 10/10 because it is so funny and he shrinks. 

Pretty Please Do Not Open this Book by Andy Lee

Reviewed by Spencer S. MPPS

This book is about a blue monster that does not want you to turn the page and does every thing to stop you from turning the page!
In this book there is the character Wizz. Just like in one of Andy Lee's other books where Wizz shrinks!
This book is great because there is always a twist which makes it funny.
I would recommend this book for children 5-10.
I give it a rating of 7/10, because the best one in the series is Andy Lee's original one.

When Jelly had a Wobble by Michelle Robinson

Reviewed by Evie S. MPPS

It's the time of year that every food looks forward to, the best food competition!
All the fruits and vegetables, all the sweets and savories, and all the meals and desserts are clamouring to know who won, but Jelly is terrified, thinking he could never win.
However, Jelly has some wonderful friends who encourage him to just be who he is.
I recommend this book for kids from 5 to 8.
​I rate this book a 7/10, because it was very touching and heartwarming, but it was a little simple for me.

Wonder by R. J. Palacio

Reviewed by Persephone H. MPPS

August Pullman, or Auggie for short, is very unique. He has a condition that make his face look different.
He might not be like other kids but he is a person one and all. 
This heart-warming story brings inspiration to any mind and has a great sense of humour.
I recommend it for people with open minds.
​I rate this book an 9-10 for all of these reasons.

Reviewed by Billy B. BuniPS

I like this book because it used a lot of wizard words.
I can relate to this book because most of the characters are 11 years old, which is my age.
I recommend this book to 6 to 12 year old kids because you could probably relate to this book your self.
I rate the book a 9/10 go see for your self. Hope you enjoy it. 

Reviewed by Patrick K. BuniPS

This book is about a boy named Auggie and he gets picked on at school. This book is a very interesting and is a hurtful type of book.
It has has descriptive language.
I recommend this book for age 10+.
I rate it a 9/10 because it’s a very good book and I just like it personally.

Reviewed by Mason E. BuniPS

Wonder is a nice book because it is all about August being not like the other kids in his school, because he was born with a rare disorder and then he had to get hearing aids because he couldn’t hear his friends. 
He also has got so many friends from a group of good and nice friends that he made.
But at the end his dog dies because of...if you want to know more go ahead and read it yourself.
I think this book is for ages 8+ because of the unique words in it.
​I give the book a 8/10 because it’s very good book and very sad at some times.

Sidekicks by Dan Santat

Reviewed by Daniel B. MPPS

Sidekicks by Dan Santant is about a superhero called Captain Amazing who was too busy capturing villains that he didn't pay attention to his pets that are a dog, cat, hamster, and a chameleon.
The pets are starting to get their own superpowers, and they are trying to stop some villains from doing bad things.
They meet the cat who left home a long time ago. He tells them why he left home. It was because he left to become a better superhero.
They go and help Captain Amazing fight a very strong villain. The villain has Captain Amazing's DNA, and the hamster kills him with a peanut because Captain Amazing is allergic to peanuts.
I really liked this book because I am into comics like this with superheroes.
I would recommend this book to people 9+ because i think they will understand it more.
I rate this book 7/10 it was very nice and interesting, but it needs more action. 

Dragon Girls #1: Azmina the Gold Glitter Dragon by Maddy Mara

Reviewed by Persephone H. MPPS

Azmina is an ordinary girl until she discovers her forever friends Willa and Naomi.
Her backyard overlooks a beautiful forest, but not just any forest, a magic forest!
In this book you'll discover the adventures Azmina encounters, whether its flying high above the treetops or wandering around the tree queens sunny glade. Anywhere you go adventure will always follow.
I recommend this book for people of all ages big or small to learn about never ending friendships.
I rate this book a 10/10, because even though you might not fit in you'll always have friends! 

Dragon Girls #2: Willa the Silver Glitter Dragon by Maddy Mara

Reviewed by Persephone H. MPPS

You've already met Azmina and now there's Willa. This young girl isn't just any girl, shes a dragon girl!
In this book you'll dive deep underwater or create a potion to defeat the shadow queen and her sprites.
I recommend this this imaginative story to people who love a splash of excitement.
​I enjoyed this book as much as iI did with the first one, so I rate this book a 10-10.

Dragon Girls #3: Naomi the Rainbow Glitter Dragon

Reviewed by Persephone H. MPPS

Naomi is a adventurous girl who adores all colours. Even better, when she becomes a dragon girl she has all sorts of rainbow patterns covering her. When she teams up her bestie's Azmina and Willa, anything is possible!
In this gorgeous book the author allows readers to to enjoy every tenderhearted moment and shows that the key to life is always friendship!
​I recommend it for people of all ages big and small.
I rate this book a 10/10 because it makes me feel warm and fuzzy on the inside. 

The Princess and the Foal by Stacy Gregg

Reviewed by Sienna M. CPS

Princess Haya has a new governess that says, “oh that’s not very lady like” and doesn’t let her go down to the stables to see her horse, Bree.
So Haya does whatever it takes to go to the stables, even if that means jumping out of a second story window.
I thought that the Princess and the foal was really, really, great. I liked how Haya was a little bit mischievous.
I would recommend this book for kids aged 8+ because of the simple vocab and the interesting events.
I recommend this book for those who like to read adventure and who like royalty.
​I would rate this book a 9/10 because it was yet another one of Stacy Gregg’s amazing books.

The Girl who Rode the Wind by Stacy Gregg

Reviewed by Sienna M. CPS

Lola and her grandma (aka Nona) fly to Nona’s hometown, Siena, in Italy. There Lola learns about Nona’s childhood past during World War 2. She also learns how to ride in the famous Italian horse race The Palio.
I thought that the girl who rode the wind was amazing.
I enjoyed reading the chapters about Nona’s past.
My favourite thing was how Nona’s hometown is called Siena, and my name is Sienna.
I would recommend this book for kids aged 10+ because it does mention death and violence which might upset and make younger kids sad.
I would recommend this book for those who like adventure and geography.
I rate this book a 9/10, because I really enjoyed reading about it and learning about the Palio and learning some Italian.

The Thunderbolt Pony by Stacy Gregg

Reviewed by Sienna M. CPS

Evie is a young girl, who after her dad dies gets OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder).
In this book Evie’s house is destroyed by an earthquake and a war ship is coming to evacuate everyone, but Evie wants to take her horse with her. So, Evie rides Gus (her horse) with her cat Moxy and dog Jock all the way down to the port where the ship is. During the journey Evie overcomes her OCD.
I thought that the thunderbolt pony was great.
I loved how that everywhere Evie went there was always a problem to fix.
I would recommend this book for kids aged 8+ because of the interesting story layout.
I would recommend this book for people who like adventures and interesting tales.
I rate this book a 9/10, because it was a very interesting story.

The 196 Story Treehouse by Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton

Reviewed by Faith M. YPCC

This book is about 2 boys named Andy and Terry and a girl named Jill. Andy and Terry live in a 169-storey treehouse and Jill lives in an animal pharmacy.
On a Monday morning it starts raining then it gets really hot and sunny then there was a tornado!
Then, Jill ended up in Andy’s and Terrys treehouse saying “my pharmacy and all of my animals are gone”. Andy said don't worry, we will help get them all back.. Terry came and needed their help to close the soor to the 'whatever you want dome'. ”Bang!" The door is closed.
I would recommend it to 5 years old and above.
​This book is a 10/10 for me! It's a great read.

Wandi by Favel Parrett

Reviewed by Tilly L. BuniPS

This book is about a young dingo cub. The cub was a very curious cub.
One night he went out of the den, but then gets stolen by an eagle.
He gets dropped hurt and is alone. He longs for his mums soft and warm tail.
When he was on a journey to find his mum he sees a person, his first human he has ever met.
The human took him and now he’s the most Endangered Species of Dingo, the Alpine Dingo. Now he is locked up for everyone to see.
This story makes me feel sad because it’s a true story about a dingo.
I think this book is more fitting for Year 5/6, because of how large it is and how many chapters there are.
​I rate this book a 9 out of 10, because it makes me a little sad.

Bunny vs Monkey by Jamie Smart

Reviewed by Eli L. CPS

In Bunny vs Monkey there are the main characters named Winnie, Bunny, Monkey, Metal Steve, Skunky, Pig and finally Action Beaver.
In this book there is a series of events where Skunky and Monkey work in their lab and make evil inventions to take over the woods for Monkeyopia. But, Bunny's group of people are sweet and nice so they foil Monkey and Skunky's plan to take over the woods.
The book is a graphic novel and it is really funny.
I think Bunny vs Monkey is a great book for children audiences because the book is about friendship and rivalry, but also silly enemies.
I give Bunny vs Monkey a 9.5/10.

Keeper of the Lost Cities #5: Lodestar by Shannon Messenger

Reviewed by Evie S. MPPS

Sophie is back home, but war threatens the lost cities and many a traitor have revealed themselves, but not all for selfish reasons.
Things escalate when Sophie's tendency for creating accidental chaos leads to a terrible accident, in which she loses someone extremely close to her.
I liked this book because it has a beautiful story line and wonderfully thought out characters, credit to the author, Shannon Messenger.
I would recommend this book for ages 10+, as it is quite long and a little too violent for younger children.
I rate this book a 10/10.
Keeper of the Lost Cities is beautiful, and my favorite series ever! Once again, really good job Shannon Messenger.

Extreme Planet by National Geographic Kids

Reviewed by Annie M. BPS

This book is about extreme things around the planet. For example, did you know Lake Karachay in Russia is possibly the most polluted place on earth? It was used as a nuclear waste site, and its radiation levels are so deadly that just one hour of exposure would be enough to kill someone!
I love the extreme facts in this book even though its just a brief description. My favourite part is when it tells you about extreme lakes.
I recommend this book for any body 6+ who enjoy world facts.
I rate it 9/10 because I don’t know what all the words mean, but I hope other people enjoy this book as much as I do!

Just Doomed! by Andy Griffiths

Reviewed by Carter D. MPPS

Just Doomed is a series of short stories (like all "Just" books except Just Macbeth). It was VERY funny and it made me feel sorry for Andy. It's all about Andy's doomed life.
My favourite chapter was called 'Just Nude'. In 'Just Nude', Andy went to a resort where everyone was naked. Andy was very reluctant, but in the end he felt better about it and decided to stay.
I recommend this book for ages 9+, because it was a bit inappropriate.
​I rate this book a 10/10, because it was hilarious and it is my favourite book in the "Just" series so far.

Fartboy: Enter the Spewtank by Adam Wallace

Reviewed by Carter D. MPPS

This is the third book in a series of books - but you don't need to have read the first two books in my opinion, and luckily it has a "previously" section. Fartboy lives in the cleanest town in the world; awarded cleanest town for the last 17 years straight.
The cleanest town award is being given out, but there is someone trying to ruin their reputation, they call themselves Spewtank. The question is who are they, and why are they doing it? Will Fartboy stop Spewtank?
I recommend this book for ages 7 and under, because it was a bit underwhelming.
I rate this book a 4/10, because all of the humour was a bit childish.

Moving Big Trees

Reviewed by Ally B. DPS

This book is about moving trees so that they can build buildings and tunnels under the ground.
I liked this book because it teaches us how you can move trees.
I recommend this book for anyone!
​I give this book a rating of 10/10.

Gross Factopia! by Paige Towler

Reviewed by Bentley B. DPS

This book has facts about disgusting things like poo, brains and farts.
I didn't like this book because it was gross!
I would recommend this book for gross people.
​I give this book a 0/10.

Bluey: Pass the Parcel 

Reviewed by Evie M. DPS

This book is about kids going to different parties and playing pass the parcel. Lucky's dad has different rules.
I loved this book because it had different rules of how to play pass the parcel.
I would recommend this book for everyone!
​I would give this book a 10/10.

Winner Winner Bin Chicken Dinner by Kate and Jol Temple

Reviewed by Zoe A. DPS

This book is about a bin chicken looking for food. In the end, the bin chicken finds a school with a staff room that has lots of cakes, party pies and sausage rolls!
I liked this book because it's about a bin chicken looking for food and I like food.
I would recommend this book to ages 5+.
​I give this book a 9/10.

The Very Clever Bear by Nick Bland

Reviewed by Max W. DPS

This book is about a bear thinking about entering something to enter the carnival.
He does all these different things and lots and lots of tricks!
I liked this book because it's a funny book and I like people who use rhyming.
I would recommend this book for ages 6+.
​I give this book a 8/10.

Gotcha! by Jack Henseleit

Reviewed by Aly W. DPS

This book is about burglars robbing different shops.
I liked this book because it's fun that all the people just animals.
I recommend this book to kids to teens.
​I give this book a 8/11.

Bluey: The Weekend

Reviewed by Henni G. DPS

This book is about Dad asking Bingo what day it is and Dad stops them from watching TV.
He asked them about whether it's a magic statue, when he puts it down it doesn't move. But when he doesn't look it moves!
They rang the doorbell and when they went to look there was no one there. When Bingo picked Bluey up and rang the bell Dad caught them. Bluey was chased by Bandit.
Bingo looks at the bush and she sees a leaf moving in the tree and whispers to dad.
I liked this book because I love the show Bluey.
I recommend this book to anyone in the whole universe!
I give this book a 10/10!

Super Epic Dragon Quest: The Deadly Fang by Adam Wallace

Reviewed by Daniel B. MPPS

Super Epic Dragon quest written by Adam Wallace is a book series with 3 different books and a whole lot of adventure.
It is about a long time ago in Ticklebrook, where it used to be filled with all kinds of dragons. There was one super powerful dragon that powers the entire town.
The main thing about Ticklebrook is it's lemonade waterfall, a stone in the shape of a dragon that lemonade comes out of and into a pond.
One day the dragon went missing and the lemonade fall stopped and all the dragons went away. The queen found a book on how to bring back a super epic dragon and it said a hero needs to go find all the parts to rebuild one so she let anyone who wanted to do it join.
The problem was that she said they had to beat an obstacle course to join. The first guy failed because his pants got cut. The second person failed because she ate a cabbage and farted but she was in armour, so the fainted because of her own stinky fart. The third and fourth made it through.
Arlo and Julia are the two main characters in this book - they made it and now they have to go on a bunch of different journeys to get all the parts to rebuild the dragon.
I really like this book series because only after I read the first book I was so excited for more because it left on a cliff-hanger.
I would recommend this book to people who likes dragons and adventure
I think people aged 6-10 would enjoy this book most.
I would rate this book series a 7/10 because it could use a bit more funny jokes, because there were some but not enough.

Ronaldo Rules by Simon Mugford

Reviewed by Haniel A. DPS

This book is about Ronaldo. Ronaldo grew up with his family and he likes soccer a lot. He plays soccer every day. Everyone in the family likes soccer and he plays really well.
I liked this book because it's about Ronaldo and I like soccer.
I recommend this book to everyone!
I give this book a 10/10!

Reviewed by Ryan A. DPS

This book is about Ronaldo.
He played in five different teams and his first team was Sporting Lisbon.
He has broken about 7 Guinness World Records.
He has scored over 900 goals.
I liked this book because about football and I like football.
I recommend for football lovers.
I give this book 9.5/10 because it's not all of the information.

When Cookie Crumbled by Michelle Robinson

Reviewed by Eli S. DPS

This book is about a cookie that is named Michael.
The other cookies go and work, but Michael dresses up as different sweets. His sisters and brothers don't like it because they all have to be identical. Michael sprayed rainbow icing on everyone then they all partied and got up to mischief.
I liked this book because it's funny.
I recommend this for anyone who likes cookies!
​I give this book a 10/10.

Reviewed by Will J. DPS

This book is about when he decorates himself in icing and he sprays it on his friends. The friends party all night!
I liked this book because it reminds me of cookies.
I recommend this book to everyone!
I give this book a 10/10.

Reviewed by Mason N. DPS

This book is about Michael. He feel likes he's bleeding but it's just icing.
I liked this book because it makes me hungry.
I recommend this book to little kids.
I give this book a 10/10.

Dog Man #13: Big Jim Begins by Dav Pilkey

Reviewed by Logan B. MPPS

Big Jim Begins is a book written by Dav Pilkey. It is a book about where a dog and a cop get in a bomb accident and the dogs head goes on the cop's body and there's Dog Man.
Dog Man has been trying to capture a cat named Petey. Petey is a world wide criminal who tried to make a clone, and he got Lil Petey.
At jail there's a guy named Big Jim and he is trying to be a superhero/ commander cupcake and he is showing why he should be a superhero in this book.
When Big Jim was a baby a UFO dropped a note declaring Big Jim was the chosen one that means he would grow up to fulfil 'Supa Ancient Prophecies'.
I would recommend this book to ages 5-13.
I would rate this book 9.5 /10.
I hope you enjoy the book.

Sweet Valley Twins by Francine Pascal

Reviewed by Brydie M. DPS

This book is about two girls that dress the same, share a room, they're both 12 years old and their names are Jessica and Elizabeth.
I liked this book.
I recommend this to people that want to have a twin.
​I give this book a 8/10.

The Stinky Wonky Donkey by Craig Smith

Reviewed by Charlotte S. DPS

This book is about a baby donkey and mum donkey. The baby donkey loves every animal.
I liked this book because it was a mumma and a kid.
I recommend this to mums and kids.
​I give this 9/10.

Grumpy Monkey: Don't be Scared by Suzanne Lang

Reviewed by Fynn D. DPS

This book is about a monkey that gets bitten by a worm and it makes the monkey very angry.
It was Halloween so he dressed up as a grumpy monkey.
I liked this book because I liked the pictures.
I recommend this book to anyone!
​I give this book a 7/10.

Diary of a Minecraft Zombie #2: Bullies and Buddies by Zack Zombie

Reviewed by Faith M. YPCC

This book is about a zombie that got a game from his human friend, called Plants and Zombies.
The next day the zombie friend said that he got the game and you get to play it at the sleepover at my house.
Pretty much every one in the class came to the sleepover.
It turns out the game was about the plants eating the zombies and everyone was scared and ran home that night.
The next day the zombie friend gave the game back to his human friend. The human friend asked if the game was good the zombie friend said it was.
I recommend this book 7 years and up.
​I rate this book a 10/10. 

Sheets by Brenna Thummler

Reviewed by Paige L. MRPS

Sheets is a book about a young lady named Marjorie
She works at a laundromat, and in laundry… is sheets! Not any other bed sheets, they are ghosts.
Some deaths being of: drowning, old age and more. Unfortunately the ghosts can only come out at night, not during the day. And they are also not meant to be in the human world, but one of the other ghosts got onto the ghost train without anyone else.
Marjorie really wasn’t having the best luck with laundry. But after the ghosts came to see her, they brought ghost shampoo. It removed ALL of the stains. Just after that, the business got back on track.
This is recommended for ages 11+ because it had some words that were... questionable but overall I liked this book.
This book is a solid 8.5/10 because it had a few other unrelated stuff. 

What's Out There? Amazing plants, rocks, creatures and cultures that make Australia extraordinary by Nicole Stewart

Reviewed by Jack P. MRPS

What's Out There is a fun, easy to read, non-fiction book running through Australia’s history of Aboriginal culture, animals, dinosaurs & lots more interesting topics.
hat I liked about this book was the great photography and pictures. Also, it wasn’t like I was reading a Wikipedia article, it was just a quick 5-6 sentences which explained the topic.
I recommend it ages 6-11.
I rate this book a 8.7/10.

Pow Pow Pig: Snow Action by Anh Do

Reviewed by Liam W. MRPS

Anh Do, you have out done yourself!
This is the fifth book in the Pow Pow Pig series and I think it is the best one yet. Just like in all Pow Pow Pig books, Pow Pow Pig and his Z team mates are trying to time travel to 2030 but, in this book, they end up in the North Pole!
So many things are threatening to ruin Christmas and it’s up to Pow Pow Pig, Barry the Goat, Cha Cha Chicken and Kung Fu Duck, with the help of Santa’s elves to put things right and save Christmas.
I really enjoyed reading the book and would recommend it for kids aged 8-11 years old.
I give it a 10/10!
Parents, this would be a great Christmas stocking stuffer!

Piranhas don't Eat Bananas by Aaron Blabey

Reviewed by Paige L. MRPS

This book is about a Piranha named Brian, that loves, and when I say love, he LOVES fruit.
He offers to give some of his fruit to his friends. They decline of course! They eat: feet, knees and...BUMS!
On the other hand, Brian offers them some fruit like a: banana, bowl of peas and some juicy cherries! The other piranhas are still not wanting to try it.
Brian made them a deal, he will stop talking only if they try the fruit platter! After all of the complaining, they turn out to love it!
After reading this book to my little cousins over and over and over I've really memorised the book.
I recomment it for ages 2+
I rate this book a big 7/10, because I'm really above the age of a toddler but I still love this book. It's a classic. 

Karma Is a Cat: The True Stories of Meredith Grey, Olivia Benson, and Benjamin Button Swift by Farrin Jacobs

Reviewed by Matilda W. MPPS

Meredith Grey, Olivia Benson and Benjamin Button are Taylor Swift's beloved cats.
They're in her music videos, ads and magazine covers. They even travel with her on tour!
This purfect read is about how these cute little kitties came into Taylor's life. It's a book that has all the cats.
I rate it a 10/10 because it's a inspawring story, great for Taylor Swift fans and cat lovers of all ages.

Avatar: The Last Airbender #1 Aang's Unfreezing Day by Kelly Leigh Miller

Reviewed by Lily W. MPPS

Aang does not know when his birthday is, and his friends want him to have a time to celebrate. They want to give him a surprise. His unfreezing day! A day when they celebrate Aang unfreezing from the ice, after being trapped for 100 years.
But setting up the surprise party is not going to be easy, nor is getting Aang to stay inside all day.
This book is touching and celebrates friends.
I think many people would like this book, although you would have to have read the rest of the series to know the characters and setting.
I would recommend this book for ages seven and up.
I rate this book a 9/10 because it is cool and has a good story line.

Skydiving Dogs by Meish Goldish

Reviewed by Poppy A. BuniPS

In this amazing, nonfiction book you will learn about these cute, heartwarming skydiving dogs!
On page 4 there is a small fun fact box saying: The paratroopers are members of the Air Force of Colombia, a country in South America. The team is trained to swoop down from the skies to find bombs and battle terrorists. Amazing right?
There is so many books all about different types of work dogs and this is one of them.
I recommend this book for people over the age of 6 to 7 years old.
​I rate this book a 9.4/10

Warriors #1: The Prophecies Begin by Erin Hunter

Reviewed by Georgia H. BuniPS

Warriors is my favourite series, today I’m writing about book one, The Prophecies Begin. It’s about a cat called Rusty who hates being a kitty pet (house cat). He had dream of hunting a mouse and running around free in the wild.
Rusty wakes up and he’s still in his home. He jumps over the fence and meets a wild cat Graypaw who is in the ThunderClan and explains about how wonderful it is in the wild, and Rusty joins him leaving his old life and his old name. His new name is Firepaw because his pelt is like fire.
Other cats bully him because of his old life as a kitty pet. Then he becomes Fireheart ( which is basically a full warrior) and finds a cat in a different clan and brings her in. It turns out she’s Yellowfang the medicine cat of ShadowClan, and they kicked her out.
Fireheart and his friend Graystrip fights the leader of ShadowClan off and he returns to a peaceful clan cat life.
I think this is for 9+ because there’s some death and cats fighting.
I would rate this a 8/10 because sometimes it gets a little confusing but still one of my favourite books! But the books in the series get better and better. Overall it was amazing! And there’s more books to read after this one, and more still coming out.

Pizza and Taco by Stephen Shaskan

Reviewed by Harrison P. BuniPS

At the start of my book there are two friends that have been friends for a couple years now, named Pizza and Taco.
They think they're the coolest kids at school because of their backpacks. Pizza has the Freddy Fire Truck backpack with super sirens.
They walk into school and everyone is super excited, but then Taco goes and embarrasses him self so they go to see B.L.T. and show their new back packs, but then Burger goes and tells Pizza his bag is for babies.
Taco stands up for Pizza and then Burger backs down. B.L.T.’s cousin loves the Freddy Show.
Burger goes and tells everyone that their backpacks are lame.
When everyone is laughing the bell went and Pizza and Taco were late so they had to stay in.
They were late to class again. They had to stay behind after school, but after all that happened they go home excited for school the next day.
This book would be for the age of 7-11.
I would rate this book a 7.5/10 because I felt there could be more pages.

Pax by Sara Pennypacker

Reviewed by Paige L. MRPS

Pax is a heartfelt story about Peter and his pet fox named Pax.
When Peter’s father goes off to war, Peter has to release Pax into the wild and move away to live with his grandfather. But Peter can’t forget his fox, so he packs his stuff to go on a journey to find him again.
The story is told from both Peter’s and Pax’s perspective, which gives the reader a unique look at their bond and struggles.
The book looks at themes like love, loyalty, and dealing with difficult changes, all told with honest and simple language that feels genuine.
I recommend this book to ages 10+. It is a great story if you are interested into long novels.
​I rate this book a 9.5/10 it was a good book, I was very interested

Ninja Kid #1 by Anh Do

Reviewed by Jack P. MRPS

Nelson is a normal 10 year old boy who lives with his granny, mum & cousin Kenny.
Well, he thinks he’s normal. But on the morning of his tenth birthday something is different. He can see without his glasses on and when he fell out of bed this morning (like he always does) he landed on his feet.
When he asks his parents, they tell him he’s a ninja!
It is his duty to protect the citizens of duck creek, the town in which he lives, from giant spiders. How is he to do this? After all he can’t even put his underpants on the right way!
I recommend this book to years 6-12.
I rate it 8.5/10.

Come Together by Isaiah Firebrace

Reviewed by Annabelle P. MRPS

This book is about how a man named Isaiah Firebrace.
When he was growing up he was not told very much about his traditional Aboriginal culture or his ancestors.
He talks about how caring for the country is not just about looking after the plants and animals, it’s about whatever you take you give back to the land. Finally he talks about how the two flags, the Aboriginal and the Torres Strait Islander flags, and what they mean.
I recommend this book too all ages because I think that all ages should read this book and there’s no age limit to read this book.
I rate this book a 10/10 because I love how Isaiah it’s not just telling the story but making a picture in our minds. 

Invisible Emmie by Terri Libenson

Reviewed by Stevie S. MRPS

This book is about a girl named Emmie and a girl named Katie who are complete opposites.
They cross paths when the clown finds out Emmie’s secret and shares it with the class.
Katie is popular and Emmie is not, but will that change?
This book is a short, lighthearted, coming of age story that gets better by the minute. Every page is more engaging than the last, and it is about growing up and becoming popular and free!
I would recommend this book to 9-15 year old's because of the coming of age theme and the idea of the book!
I rate this book a solid 9/10, it is highly relatable and has beautiful art and drawings, would read again!  

Saved!!! by Lydia Williams

Reviewed by Noah E. DPS

This book is an about a girl thinking that she is good at all sports, but then a kangaroo came along to play basketball and the kangaroo was too good for her. When she tried to shoot, the kangaroo kept jumping up and blocking them.
Then she tried to race the emu. When she started, the emu was still stretching, but the emu zoomed past and won the race.
She then tried to play footy with the kangaroo, emu and koala. When she reached for the ball the koala stopped her by climbing up her back and marked it.
She was sad thinking she wasn’t good at any sport, but then kangaroo had a good idea to play soccer.
They had a penalty shoot out and she blocked the ball and won the game.
I liked this book because it had all my favourite sports.
I recommend this book for 8-12 years old as it’s a fun book about sports.
​I give this book a 7.5/10.

The Grinny Granny Donkey by Craig Smith

Reviewed by Tilly L. BuniPS

This book is about a granny who has false teeth. Her teeth always fall out of her mouth.
It told me the things she likes to do, like dunking her biscuits in her brew, sleeping in the evening sun or going for walks in all of her jewelry. She also loves to see her family.
I think this book is a great book because it has rhyming and a bit of poetry and it’s funny.
I think the story was written for young children I strongly agree that you need to get it for your kids.
​I give it 10/10.

The War that Saved my Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley

Reviewed by Willow A. BuniPS

This book is about a nine year old girl named Ada that never leaves her room because her mum is too humiliated by her.
At the time World War II was going on, Ada’s little brother gets evacuated from London, and Ada sneaks out to join her brother.
Ada teaches her self to ride a pony.
I recommend this book to 9-12+.
I personally I rate this book a 7/10 but that’s my opinion.

Pig the Pug by Aaron Blabey

Reviewed by Billy B. Buni PS

Do you like silly and funny books? If you do this book is for you.
This book is about Pig and Trevor and how they play, but sometimes Pig can be a bit silly and steals Trevor's toys.
I recommend this book ages 3 and up.
​I rate this book a 9/10 because it's really funny and a bit weird. 

Reviewed by Willow A. BuniPs

This book is about a pug named Pig that always gets into trouble because he trying to be better than his friend Trevor.
He doesn’t want to share his toys because he is greedy and mean.
Near the end Pig the pug falls out a window and learns his lesson to not be greedy. That is the lesson in the book.
I recommend this book for 4-7+ because it’s kind of a kids book.
I rate this book a 5/10.

The 65-Storey Treehouse by Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton

Reviewed by Caleb L. BuniPS

This book is about 2 people named Andy and Terry that live in a big treehouse. They need permits to keep their treehouse and go back in time and to the future, for a ramp for people in wheelchairs.
They came a cross a lot of challenges with Inspector Bubble Wrap.
I recommend it for 8-14 years old.
I would rate this book a 9/10. 

Ninja Girl by Anh Do

Reviewed by Hunter S. BuniPS

Niki just like a normal girl, unless if you were a ninja. Now that is cool.
This ninja girl has a secret side kick who is Connor the cat. 
Niki and Connor fight crime (but remember Connor is only a cat).
I liked this book because it was funny and I liked all of the action.
I recommend this book to ages 8 and older.
​I rate this book 7 out of 10.

Reviewed by Jack R. Buni PS

Niki is was a normal girl with a pretty normal life, but when she turns 10 she figured out she has ninja powers.
Dr Kane is terrorising Green Valley. Her cat Conner went missing and it is up to her to make things right.
I like this book because it is so interesting to read and it teaches you to not do bad things.
I recommend this book to 6+.
I rate this book 10/10 because it is very positive.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney

Reviewed by Jack R. BuniPS

It is the start of year and Greg Heffley is in the house ready to ruffle some feathers.
His friend Rowley is always there ready for one of Greg’s mad ideas.
Greg is doing all sorts of things, like playing soccer with his terrible teammates and a mad coach.
I like this book because it just keeps you going and you just can’t stop reading.
It's good for kid age 7+.
I rate this book 9/10.

Pig the Grub by Aaron Blabley

Reviewed by Eda E. BuniPS

If you want a book that can teach your children how to be more clean, then this book is for you.
Pig the pug is really dirty. He hates having showers and he really stinks. Trevor is trying to tell him to take a shower but he doesn’t want to finally he got in the shower. My favourite part of this story is when he was running around trying not to go in the shower. I recommend this book for 6 and up my overall rating is 8/10

Do Not Open this Book for Eternity by Andy Lee

Reviewed by Chelsea H. BuniPS

In this book it shows you what it was like back in the past as you read along. Every time you turn the page you go further back in the past.
Some of the places that Wiz ( the main character) goes to are, the battle arena, when they were building the pyramids, and even the Ice Age.
I recommend this book for 5+ because under 5 years old they may not be able to read it.
I rate this book 8/10.

Keeper of the Lost Cities #2: Exile by Shannon Messenger

Reviewed by Annie M. BPS

This book is about when Sophie, Grady, Dex and Sandor discover a female Alicorn in the forbidden cities while looking for a sasquatch.
Sandor is Sophie’s goblin bodyguard.
Alicorns are the rarest creature on the planet and the elves had only ever found one and it was a male.
The forbidden cities are what elves call the places where humans live.
A sasquatch is what inspired bigfoot.
Sophie can communicate with the female alicorn because she is a telepath and a polyglot. While talking with the alicorn Sophie discovered that she was called Silveny.
My favourite part was when Sophie was riding on Silveny and they landed in a big pile of alicorn poop. Alicorn poop is sparkly. It was very funny.
I recommend the book to kids 8+ who enjoy fantasy, adventure and a tiny bit of drama because it’s a bit scary.
​I love this book! I rate it 9/10 stars!

Ming and Flo Fight for the Future by Jackie French

Reviewed by Tabby H. BPS

Ming and Ada is a book about a girl called Ming. She was at school in the library with some of her friends, Kayla, Tuan her brother, and some of her classmates. The librarian was a mean old grumpy lady, she heard every sound, and even when they were on the other side of the library, you could hear her grumpy old voice “SHHHHHHHH!’’ Not many people liked the librarian.
One of the girls in the library was called Herstory. She had long silver hair, purple joggers, and ice-blue eyes holding an umbrella in her hand. The breeze of cold air was coming in from outside, the rain was pouring and it was just wet normal day. All a sudden the time was flowing at different rates and got slower by the second. Then she blinked, and she was in an old carriage. The sun burning like butter in a microwave, melting on the soggy green apples on the trees. She heard clopping like horse feet. She was very confused. In her mind she was wondering what was going on but she went with it. It was a two-person carriage. Her companion sitting on the other side of the carriage singing along for the quick trip they had. The world around her stank a lot. Normally it smelt normal like gas or trucks passing by with farm animals in them, but no, it smelt like pig droppings and rotten pigs, well, everything pig to be honest. When they got to the small house, inside there was a tight dress with dark black gloves and fish nets hanging on the closet, that doesn’t fit her dress code at school. At her school, they wore normal clothes but these ones were next level with strict.
My favourite thing about this book is that it has a lot of interesting characters in it like Herstory, Ming, Ada, and of course the wild boar at the start.
I would recommend this book for grade 3's and over because some little kids might not understand what the book is about and some scenes that they might think are sad.
​I give this book a 10/10 because all the effort they put into this was insane and they have more books in the series which I am 100% going to read!