Books We've Liked Reading in 2019

1/1/2019

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Third Wheel by Jeff Kinney

Reviewed by Dhilan D. YPCC
Greg Heffley's school is hosting a Valentine's Dance in the gym. Greg doesn't have a date, so he was looking for one. On the day he found a girl named Abigail who didn't have a date. His friend Rowley actually hung out with Abigail and then they went together as a date.
I recommend this book for Years 2-6.
I give it 10/10

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth by Jeff Kinney

Reviewed by Joel M. WPS
This story is about Greg and his family. Greg and his friend Rowley get in a fight and they don't get but then Greg asked Rowley if he wanted to be friends again. I recommend this book to people who like comics. I rate this book 10/10 because you don't know what is coming next.

WeirDo by Anh Do

Reviewed by Jackson O’B. APS
Weirdo is an all-round funny book. It is a book about a kid with the first name Weir and the last name Do which comes up with Weirdo. His dad came up with a cheesy song it goes “It’s a long way to the shop if you want a sausage roll. I loved this book.

Pig the Grub by Aaron Blabey

Reviewed by Lily G. APS
Pig the Grub was a very grubby dog. He smelled like mud, smelly socks and rubbish. He never had a bath. His friend Trevor was the opposite of Pig. Trevor was nice and clean. Pig’s owner called out to him and said, "You stinky old mutt you need a good clean from your ears to your butt." But then Pig turned around and ran away out of the bathroom. He ducked, weaved and doubled back. Once he had lost them he blocked the pipe up with a toy so the water would get blocked. But Pig’s plan made the bathroom EXPLODE! From now on Pig has a bath.
I recommend this book for Prep to Year 3.
I give it 7 out of 10

Pig the Fibber by Aaron Blabey

Reviewed by Abbey B. APS
Pig the pug would always lie and blame it on his friend Trevor. But one day he got his treats down and he learnt his lesson never to lie again.
I would rate this 6/10
I think it would be a good book for 5 - 7 year olds.

Thelma the Unicorn by Aaron Blabey

Reviewed by Lily G. APS
Thelma wished she could be a unicorn until it came true! She found a carrot on the ground and tied it with a piece of string. Then...a truck tipped over and covered Thelma with pink paint and some glitter then she was a unicorn. There were lots of fans from all over the world they kept following her. Everyone kept taking photos pf her. Then Thelma decided she didn't want to be a unicorn because of the fame. So she washed all of the paint and glitter off. And then she finally got to see her lovely friend Otis.
I recommend this book for Prep to Year 5.
I give this book 8 out of 10

Tiny Timmy #1: Soccer Superstar!
by Tim Cahill

Reviewed by Jackson O’B. APS
Tiny Timmy is a great book for soccer lovers. Timmy needs to be taller to make it into his school soccer program he tries everything, but it doesn’t work. He realizes that if he trains hard enough, he doesn't need to be tall.

Specky Magee by Felice Arena and Garry Lyon

Reviewed by Jackson O’B. APS
I love this book because I’m a footy lover. I love the Specky Magee series because Specky takes some great marks and has a great life. That's why I love this book.

More Pants by Giles Andreae

Reviewed by Lily G. APS
There are all kinds of pants in this book. There are spaghetti pants, karate pants, clock pants and a lot more pants.
I recommend this book for Prep to Year 2.
I rate it 6/10

Curse of the Gloamglozer by Paul Stewart

Reviewed by Isobel R. WPS
A girl called Maris goes on an adventure with her friend called Quint to save her dad's life. Quint goes into a place called the Stonecomb to find what has being attacking Maris' dad. Inside the Stonecomb he finds a Gloamglozer, that can shape shift into anything.
I love this book.
I rate it 10/10.

The Hero's Journey: Thor by Steve Behling

Reviewed by Zac B. WPS
Thor - The next King of Asgard is the hero of the book. He gets teleported to another planet, so he can get stronger to defeat Hela his evil sister before she brings danger to the citizens of Asgard.
I rate this book 10/10 because this book tested my brain with some tricky words.

Hot Dog! Circus Time! by Anh Do

Reviewed by Aiden W. WPS
There are some friends, named Hotdog the sausage dog, Lizzie the lizard and Kevin the cat. Kevin likes eating and Lizzie is scared of nothing except for heights. Lizzie is going to the circus. Lizzie sister has broken her arm just before her circus show. Her sister is the trapeze artist in the show. Lizzie decides to help her sister. But when Lizzie got up on the ladders she was terrified, so she got back down, and she decided to be a clown.
I loved this book it super awesome book also it very funny.

The Gobbling Tree by Mark Carthew

Reviewed by Aiden W. WPS
The gobbling tree is a tree that takes one thing. Then people try to get it down but then the tree takes it all. For example, in the story a boy is playing with new red ball, and it gets stuck in the tree, then the boy throws his footy boot at the tree but then that got stuck. But in the end the wind blows and everything comes down. I loved this book.
I rate this 10/10.

The 13-Storey Treehouse by Andy Griffiths

Reviewed by Alyssa R. WPS
Andy and Terry's 13-storey treehouse is awesome! It has a bowling alley, a pool of man-eating sharks, a room full of pillows, a secret underground laboratory, swinging vines and more.
I rate this book 10/10!

Reviewed by Piers W. APS
Andy and Terry are friends, Andy writes books and Terry draws pictures. They live in a 13-storey treehouse and are in trouble with their publisher Mr Big Nose because they are late writing a book. They keep getting distracted, lots of things happen to them. So, they write a book about their interesting day. How they paint their neighbours’ cat, Silky, yellow because they want to turn it into a canary. About an evil sea monster, monkeys, giant banana attacks and burp gas filled bubble-gum bubbles. Silky, the cat, flies back and takes them to Mr Big Nose, he gets the book in time and publishes it. This book was great to read.
I give it 9/10.

The 39-Storey Treehouse by Andy Griffiths

Reviewed by Aisha J. CLPS
This book is really good because it’s a really good story. There are two boys called Andy and Terry. Andy and Terry are best friends, they live in a 39-storey treehouse together. I think this book is a really good book because the it’s a big book which is good because the story will go for a long time.

The 78-Storey Treehouse by Andy Griffiths

Reviewed by Kaelan P. CLPS
I liked this book because it is very funny and when Mr Big Shot was filming, a bunch of plates came zooming around the set! Another time that he was filming, scribble went all over the set! I think everyone should read this book because it's very funny and exciting. My favourite part is when Terry jumps into the shark tank because...

The 91-Storey Treehouse by Andy Griffiths

Reviewed by Cooper F. CLPS
I think the 91-Storey Treehouse is good to read because... it is funny, adventurous and it is especially good for people that like babysitting books.

There’s a Snake at My School by David Walliams

Reviewed by Aiden W. WPS
It was bring a pet to school and Miranda brought an enormous python and the other kids shouted “Aaaarrrgh!” Miranda was very different, she did cartwheels down the hall and shouted funny answers. The python was very playful, and they played lots of games together. All the pets were scared of Miranda’s pet. The python was very ticklish. The python was making all types of stuff like steps, slides and poles. The headmistress didn’t like animals. The headmistress put all the pets in the lost property, except for the python. She put the python in the bin and sat on it. Then the python ate the headmistress. This book was very funny
I recommend the book for two to eight year olds but I loved this book.
I rate this book 10/10.

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

Reviewed by Declan J. CLPS
I am really experienced with Minecraft, so I really like this book. I really like how the book described the character Mutant, there was a good adventure in the book because of how Zack Zombie and Mutant became enemies in a dodge ball game.
This book was a mix of humour, fantasy, and adventure. It may not be as long as some other novels but its long enough to entertain people like me for three days. I thought it was sooooo good, I read it like 100 million times. I really liked how Zack Zombie had to high five...

Toto the Ninja Cat and the Great Snake Escape
by Dermot O’Leary

Reviewed by Eliza P. CLPS
Imagine pitch black streets with dim street lights across the street. Then, you see Toto, a dark black cat with beady, glowing, green eyes and Silver another black cat next to it. They stalk up and out of a cat flap toward you and...
This book is amazing and fun for cat lovers or ninja freaks.
I rate this book 9 / 10 for the love of cats and the crazy cat-ostrophic fun of animals!!!

Too Loud Lily by Sophie Laguna

Reviewed by Lily G. APS
Lily was a very loud hippo. She had two best friends: Hester and Lou. There was a new teacher that came to Lily's school. Her name was Miss Loopiola. She loved loud noises. They were going to do a school concert and Lily had to be the person to crash the cymbals, grow and roar and sing a song about a prince. When the concert was over Lily fell asleep all the way home.
I recommend this book for Year 2 to 4
I rate it 7 out of 10.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Cabin Fever by Jeff Kinney

Reviewed by Joel M. WPS
This story is about a boy called Greg. Greg is trying to earn some money to pay for the family's Christmas presents and with the left over is going into his game to buy a piece of clothing. The game is called Net Kritterz. So, he sets up a shop with his friend Rowley. The shop sells Drummies. But that ends up being a big, big mistake. I recommend this book for people who enjoy reading about the life of someone.
I rate this book 8/10 because of the secrets Greg hides.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid - The Last Straw by Jeff Kinney

Reviewed by Piers W. APS
This book is about Greg getting embarrassed by his friends. Near the end the family go to a hotel and Mum and Dad go out with Manny.  When they go out Rodrick pushes Greg out with him only wearing pants.  I recommend this book for Grades 2-5 and give it 7 out of 10.

The Top Secret Diary of Pig by Emer Stamp

Reviewed by Aiden W. WPS
There was a farm with a pig, duck and some chickens. The pig was getting good treatment. Then the farmer was calling pig Pork Chop. Pig thought it was a nickname. Then duck told pig that farmer was going to eat him for dinner. Luckily the evil chickens were building a trocket. If you were wondering what a trocket is, it’s a tractor mixed with a rocket. Pig asked the evil chickens if pig could go to the moon and on the way to the moon, duck’s face popped out of the mailbox on the trocket.
I loved this book because it was very funny. If you like funny books to read, read this one. It is very, very funny!

Alice-Miranda At School by Jacqueline Harvey

Reviewed by Olivia Q. APS
Former boarding school teacher Jacqueline Harvey is the author of the series Alice-Mirandas adventures around the world. Join Alice-Miranda and her school friends in her first year at Winchesterfield-Downsfordvale Academy for Proper Young Ladies. Can Alice-Miranda discover who the mysterious stranger is in the green house and solve the mystery of the disappearance of the prize-winning flowers.
I recommend this book for Year 4 and above.

The Ice Monster by David Walliams

Reviewed by Archie C. CLPS
Yes, I know what you are thinking, 481 pages is a lot! But this book is worth it. This blockbuster book The Ice Monster, written by David Walliams, is one of his best books yet! It’s got police, an evil professor and my favourite, Woolly the mammoth. Get ready for an electric tale of human and creature bond of love and friendship. A perfect book for a nine-year-old child.
I give it 10 out of 10.

The BFG by Roald Dahl

Reviewed by Charlie S. APS
In the title of this book B stands for BIG, F stands for FRIENDLY and G stands for GIANT. An orphan called Sophie is grabbed out of her bed by the BFG. He takes her to his cave in Giant Land. He protects Sophie from all the other giants and they became great friends.
I rate this book is 10 / 10 because it turned out great and Sophie loved the BFG.

Reviewed by Alyssa R. WPS
This book is about a big friendly giant that stores good dreams. One night, a little girl named Sophie looked out the window and saw a large and quite bright light shining through the window. She looked outside and saw a HUGE man in the window looking in at the Guchey family.
This book is good for Years 3/4/5.
I rate this book a 10/10.

Dork Diaries: Dear Dork by Rachel Renee Russell

Reviewed by Sophie B. APS
Rachel Renee Russell writes the amazing Dork Diaries series. This is the fifth book in the series. Nikki Maxwell continues to write her diaries after a New Year's Eve Party when she was supposed to be sleeping. If you love reading funny books and you're really dorky. I recommend you read Dork Diaries.

The Very Cranky Bear by Nick Bland

Reviewed by Ava W. APS
This book is about four animal friends who find a cave to play in. They go in and accidentally wake up the bear that is sleeping in there. They try to cheer him up by giving him some of their features. Eventually they give up but the sheep has an idea to give him a pillow. I would recommend this book to children from kindergarten to Year 2. I thoroughly enjoyed this book, therefore it gets a 7/10.

The World’s Worst Children by David Walliams

Reviewed by Alana B. APS
This book is about ten terribly behaved children. Some are naughty, some are lazy and some are totally crazy. The reason why I liked this book is it was funny and interesting. It was amazing, I loved it.
I give this book 10/10.

Aussie Easter Hat Parade
by Colin Buchanan and Simon Williams

Reviewed by Noah P. APS
An ant finds a desert pea and puts it on his head and decided to have a hat parade. He asked his friends if they wanted to join his Easter Hat Parade. All of the friends found cool hats made from plants, reeds and flowers. They all followed ant and paraded around the bush area. I think it will be a good fit for Years 1 to 3 with lots of rhyming words.
I rate it an 8 out of 10.

Conspiracy 365 March by Gabrielle Lloyd

Reviewed by Jesse O'N. APS
This book was about Calum getting chased by some thugs and he got stuck in the railways, but before he was going to get hit by the train the drain collapsed. He woke up a while later and saw someone in the distance and it was the person who saved him. His name was Repro. Repro gave him some things so he could survive from running from the police. Calum set off on his own to figure out more about the Ormond riddle. He figured out where it was and he set off to find it, but he needed Repro's help. So they went to Oriana de la Forces house and snuck into her house and got the riddle. Calum had to leave Repro so he could escape. Calum ran as fast as he could until he lost her body guards. He hitchhiked and was picked up by a pickup truck. He asked if he could drive to Mount Helicon to see his uncle. Lachlan, the driver noticed that they were being followed by a SUV. The SUV bumped into the back of them over and over again, until Lachlan crashed down the hill. Calum woke up with a sore shoulder and saw Lachlan's head was in the water. So he held his head up until help came. The part that I liked the most was when they were getting chased in the car.
I would recommend this book for kids 8-12 years old.

Cinderella by Parragon Publishing

Reviewed by Joslene M. WPS
This book is about a girl who doesn't get to go to the ball. She is called Cinderella. She always got bossed around a lot and they never let her do anything she wants because her mother died when she was very little. Her father married another lady but a few days later her father died so after that happened they made her their servant.
I love this book.
I rate this book 10/10 because it is very awesome.

Alice-Miranda On Holiday by Jacqueline Harvey

Reviewed by Olivia Q. APS
This is the second book in the Alice-Miranda series. Alice-Miranda and her friend Jacinta start their first term break at Highton Hall, the mansion of the Highton-Smith-Kennigton-Jones family. The girls are enjoying their time together until Lucas arrives and creates mischief. Discover how Alice-Miranda solves the mystery of the missing pony.
I recommend this book for children 9 years old and above.

Where's Dad Hiding by Ed Allen and Anil Torpo

Reviewed by Noah P. APS
There was a kid that was playing hide and seek with his dad. The son looked everywhere, for his dad. Then he found him. I recommend this book for Prep to Year 2 because it was easy.

Gallipoli

Reviewed by Ava W. APS
I loved this book because it had a true story. It was about two friends who went to war and fought side by side. It was a really good book. When one of them got hurt the other cared for him. It was lovely.
I would rate this book a 9 out of 10.

The Cat in the Hat by Dr. Seuss

Reviewed by Acacia V. APS
This book is an amazing book for people who like to have a laugh and love rhyming. It combines the funniest and craziest things in a book. As the cat in the Hat walks in, everything gets better but not the good type of better. I recommend it to for ages 3-15.
I give it a 9/10 because I’m not much of a fan of poetry and rhymes.

The Wonky Donkey by Craig Smith

Reviewed by Joel M. WPS
I enjoyed this book because it is really funny book. This book is about a donkey called the Wonky Donkey. I recommend this book for kids that enjoy watching funny movies or songs. The illustrations are amazing.
I rate this book 10/10 because of the amazing illustrations

Reviewed by Abbey B. APS
There was a wonky donkey that had lots of cool things about him. I liked how it rhymed and got trickier each time. I think if you read this book you will have a great time trying to say all the long rhyming sentences.
I recommend this book for all ages!
I rate this book 8/10.

Alice-Miranda Takes the Lead by Jacqueline Harvey

Reviewed by Oliviva Q. APS
The third book in the Alice-Miranda series. Join Alice-Miranda and her friends Jacinta and Millie in their school play. While searching for a lost dog in the woods they come across a witch. Will this be another Hansel and Gretel story or will they all make it out of the woods alive?
I recommend this book for ages 9 and above.

The 52-Storey Treehouse by Andy Griffith

Reviewed by Ava W. APS
This book is about Andy and Terry and their missing boss, Mr. Big Nose. They go to the vegetable kingdom dressed as veggies (as you do) They find Mr. Big Nose in the dungeons and they take him back to his office. I would recommend this book this book Year 2 to 5.
I rate this book an 8 out of 10.

How to Catch a Fish by J.D Thornton

Reviewed by Tondan N. APS
This book is great for people who like to fish in Australia. It shows you what type of bait you can use, hooks, fishing lines, where to fish and how to have best time. This book also shows you some recipes using fish. I like the part when people catch big fish. I recommend for anyone, unless it is a person that doesn't know much about fishing.
I would rate it as 9/10.

Sisters by Raina Telgemeier

Reviewed by Acacia V. APS
This book reminds me of me and my brother. Raina can’t wait to be a big sister but then that's a big regret. I recommend this to people who love to have a joke. It’s a good book for most ages.
I rate it a 10/10 because it’s funny and it is one of my favorite books.

Alice-Miranda At Sea by Jacqueline Harvey

Reviewed by Olivia Q. APS
This is the fourth book of the Alice-Miranda series. Come and join Alice-Miranda on the royal yacht where we see Aunt Charlotte and Lawrence Ridley the movie star wed. Will this voyage be plain sailing, or will the wild weather see them stranded on a deserted island? Throw in a jewel thief and we see Alice-Miranda use her detective skills to solve the mystery.

Alice-Miranda in New York by Jacqueline Harvey

Reviewed by Olivia Q. APS
This is the fifth book in the Alice-Miranda Series. Alice has started at Mrs. Kimmel’s School for Girls in New York. Alice has made many new friends and is awaiting the opening night of her parent’s new department store.
Alice discovers the past about her grandfather and also new a genre of music, Jazz. On the opening night a bomb has been planted and Alice-Miranda and her friends race against the clock to find it.
This is a great read for 9-year olds and above.

Anzac Biscuits by Phil Cummins

Reviewed by Alana B. APS
I decided to read this book because it is getting closer to ANZAC Day and because I love ANZAC biscuits. This book is about a girl named Rachel and her mum making biscuits for her dad that has gone to war. She hopes it will help him feel warm and loved while he is in the cold trenches. I liked this book because it tells the story of where ANZAC biscuits came from.
I give this book 10/10.

Alice-Miranda in Paris by Jacqueline Harvey

Reviewed by Olivia Q. APS
This is the seventh book in the Alice-Miranda series. Set in the beautiful city of Paris. Alice and her friends, who are on a tour of Paris to sing at the Fashion Parade at the Notre Dame Cathedral, uncover the mystery of the stolen fabric. They discover the identity of the famous fashion designer, Fabien Bouchard which brings a twist to the end of the story.
This is a fantastic book and a great way to learn some French words.

Alice-Miranda in Japan by Jacqueline Harvey

Reviewed by Olivia Q. APS
This is book nine in the Alice-Miranda series. Alice-Miranda and her friends Millie and Jacinta go on a holiday to Japan. Along with Alice-Mirandas' house keeper, Mrs. Oliver, who has developed many different food types. She has also made tablets that when taken make you speak either Japanese, French or Spanish. They are invited to the Imperial Palace where there is a mystery with the Emperor and his daughter. Read as Alice-Miranda and her friends discover the plan to kidnap the Princess.
This is a fantastic mystery that keeps you reading and wondering what will happen in the next chapter.

Diary of a Minecraft Zombie Book 12: Pixelmon Gone! by Zack Zombie

Reviewed by Declan J. CLPS
I have downloaded many Pixelmon worlds and add-ons, but this book had many custom-made Pixelmon to make the book more entertaining. I like the part where Zack Zombie finds Pixelchu in a swamp, like the other books, it was a mix of fantasy, humor, and adventure. It was funny how Zack kept doing things and getting into trouble.

The Boy at the Back of the Class by Onjali Q. Rauf

Reviewed by Eliza CPLS
There used to be an empty chair at the back of the class, but now a new boy is sitting in it. He's nine years old (just like me) but is as strange as Cheezels in milk! But then I learn the truth... he's a refugee boy running from bombs, bullies, fires and stuff like that. That is why I rate this book 10 out of 10 because it tells you that if you are small, you can still do great things like help a boy find his family or run around London looking for a pomegranate.

Ella and Olivia: The Big Sleepover by Yvette Poshoglian.

Reviewed by Stacey C. CLPS
Ella and Olivia are both sisters, they love their puppy Bob and their little brother Max. They also love their best friends but ... they want their friends to play and stay for much longer. When Ella gets her mum to say that she can have a spectacular sleepover Olivia feels left out. I think this book is great for people that love sleepovers with midnight feasts and people who have a sweet tooth like me. If you want to find out the rest of the story you will have to find out more when you read the book yourself.

Diary of a Minecraft Zombie: Scare of a Dare by Zack Zombie

Reviewed by Ethan M. CLPS
I loved this book. It was the greatest book in the series. I am speechless, but it wasn’t all good... It was amazing because of the hilarious humour and perfect plot
I rate it 10/10. I would recommend for all ages that play Minecraft.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules by Jeff Kinney

Reviewed by Piers W. APS
This book is about Greg and he’s getting bullied by his brother Rodrick. In the end they work things out and Greg helps Rodrick win the science competition.
I recommend this book for Grades 2-5 and give it 8 out of 10.

A Greyhound, A Groundhog by Emily Jenkins

Reviewed by Joel M. WPS
This picture book is for aged 2 Months-3years. If I was a baby or toddler, I think I would like this book because of the rhyme. However, I would rate this book 4/10 because it only has a couple of words. I think the author should use more words.

Brave Dave by Andy Griffiths

Reviewed by Piers W. APS
This is a short story. Dave is really, really, really brave during the day when its light but when its dark he’s really, really, really scared! I recommend this book for Prep - Grade 2 and give it 7 out of 10.

Weirdo #7: Mega Weird! By Anh Do

Reviewed by Lily G.
The Do family was having a Garage Sale because they had so much stuff in their garage. They couldn't fit the car in the garage. They were saving up their money, so they could get their Grandma over from Vietnam.
I recommend this book for Years 2-5.
I rate this book 7/10.

Classic Tales: Little Women by Geronimo Stilton

Reviewed by Alyssa R. WPS
Little Women is a great book for Grade 5/6 students. Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy live with their mother Mrs. March. Their neighbor, Laurie, has a huge mansion, which includes a drawing room, a library and more awesome stuff. Mrs. March’s husband is in the war. She gets a telegram that says "Mrs. March. your husband is extremely unwell. Please come to the Washington Medical Center." The next morning Mrs. March heads off to Washington. While Mrs. March was gone, Beth went off to the Hummel family's home to look after the youngest daughter, who had Scarlet Fever. Beth came home with a fever. She explained to Jo what happened. Jo sent a telegram to the doctor. The doctor told Amy to leave. Beth ended up getting better!

Diary of a Wimpy Kid - Old School by Jeff Kinney

Reviewed by Piers W. APS
This book is about Greg and his friend Rowley, they cannot use any electronic devices. Greg felt sad because he couldn’t play his favourite video game, so he’s selling lemonade to raise money to pay the electricity bill. I recommend this book for Grades 2-5 and give it a 9 out of 10.

Zog by Julia Donaldson

Reviewed by Lily G. APS
Zog was learning new things at school and the first thing they had to learn was how to fly up high in the air. When Zog tried he soared and swooped and then looped the loop but then he crashed into a tree. Then along came a little girl who helped Zog up and put a Band-Aid on his nose. At school the second thing they had to learn was how to roar. Zog went off to practice but then his throat grew a little hoarse. Along came the little girl again a gave Zog a cough lolly. He then went back to school. The third thing they had to learn was how to breath out fire. When Zog went off to practice he accidently caught his wing on fire. The little girl was not happy to see Zog hurt again. She said this was the last time she was going to help Zog. So she bandaged Zog’s wing up. As Zog learnt all the things in school he got a very shiny medal. I recommend this book for Years 1-3.
I rate this book 5/10.

Paper Wishes by Spencer Hoshino

Reviewed by Miami. YPCC
I liked this book because some of the words were hard and I liked the characters. The book was reallygood and interesting.
I recommend this book to people because they can learn about different countries. This book is for tweens and teenagers.

Choc Shock (EJ12 Girl Hero #5)
by Susannah MacFarlane

Reviewed by Mikaela CLPS
I think EJ12 Girl Hero is a wonderful series for people to read...my favourite part in Choc Shock is when she bakes cupcakes. I think it is fun for people to read it. I recommend everyone to read it.

The Cat, the Rat and the Baseball Bat by Andy Griffiths

Reviewed by Piers W. APS
This is a short story about a cat, a rat and a baseball bat. The cat chased the rat, the rat chased the cat with a baseball bat..... KERSPLAT! The cat was flat.  I recommend this book for Prep - Grade 2.
I give this book 8 out of 10.

The Big, Fat, Totally Bonkers Diary of Pig
by Emer Stamp

Reviewed by Zach L. YPCC
This book is a really funny book. It is a really good book. It is a comedy. This book is about a pig, a duck and a turkey. The pig’s name is Pig, the duck’s name is Duck and the turkey’s name is Ki- Ki. In Chapter Two, Pig and Duck play a game called Guess the Fart. It was a fun game until Mrs. Jingle Jangle came. When Mrs. Jingle Jangle came she gave Pig a different slop than he usually gets from his normal owners that have gone on a Yoga retreat. Pig thought their slop was the best. Instead of his farts smelling disgusting they smelled like the roses that his normal owners Mr. and Mrs. Sandal grow in their garden. In Chapter Three, Pig started to like Mrs. Jingle Jangle. She started to like Ki-Ki and started to invite him into her van. Mrs. Jingle Jangle was sad because her old cat, called Moonstone, had been eaten by her neighbour's dog. Ki-Ki had the same collar on as Moonstone. I would recommend this book for people that like comedy.
I would rate this book 10/10.

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

Reviewed by Tiarlah A. YPCC
I love this book the most out of all the Harry Potter books and all other books. It's got the fantasy, the action, the drama and lots more. The way that J.K Rowling describes things in the book so well with all the magic is amazing. This book might be long but there's lots to discover with all the adventure. J.K Rowling does good work for a 636 paged book and to keep people entertained.
I recommend this for people over 12 years old.

The Amazon by Deborah Chancellor

Reviewed by Dhilan D.  YPCC
The Amazon Rainforest is the largest rainforest in the World and the Amazon River is the largest river. There are facts in the book. This is a book about the Amazon and all the facts about the Amazon. There is luscious wildlife, fruit and animals in this Rainforest. Some of the fruit includes bananas pineapples, mangoes, figs, passionfruit and star fruits. The Amazon has a large variety of animals, more than 2.5 million to be exact.
I recommend this book for people who want to learn about the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.    
I give this book 10/10 stars because I LOVE THE RAINFOREST!

This & That by Mem Fox

Reviewed by Lily G. APS
I like this book because it’s a rhyming book and I like rhyming books. In the book two boys raced down a road with a cat and then they met a crazy giraffe that tried to sit on a mat. Then more things happened in the book.
I recommend it for Prep to Year 2.
I rate this book 7/10.

Pig the Winner by Aaron Blabey

Reviewed by Abbey B. APS
Pig was a cheat and he would always win. If pig didn't win he would scream and he would cry, and he just wouldn't quit! If Trevor, his friend won, then Trevor would give it to Pig just because Pig was a sook. At the end Pig would sometimes cheat in cards.
I liked this book because you can have a little laugh while reading this book. It taught me not to cheat. So, when you read a book, try to understand what the meaning of the book is.
I recommend this book to Prep-Year 3.
I would rate this 7/10.

Big Bash League: Carnival Splash
by Michael Panckridge

Reviewed by Archie C. CLPS
I love this book, it is awesome. If you like the Big Bash League you should read this book. It has the Sixers and the Stars. I go for the Renegades but l still love this book. I can’t wait to read the rest of the series.

Billy B. Brown: The Birthday Mix Up by Sally Rippin

Reviewed by Charlotte C. CLPS
There was once a girl named Billy B. Brown who was having a birthday party but there was one problem, she didn't know who to invite. Then the people didn't know where the party was. It must have been annoying!
I recommend this book for people that forget what they do.
I give it a 6/10.

48 Hours by Gabrielle Lord

Reviewed by Callan F. CLPS
This crazy, creative book is one of the best for people who love adventures. Also, it's scary so I recommend not to read this book before you go to bed! My favourite part is… No, I'm not going to tell you! You’re going to read it first to find out.
I rate it 10/10.

Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid by Jeff Kinney

Reviewed by Piers W. APS
This is the latest book in The Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. Greg has written lots of books so Rowley now wants to write one too. They are best friends and usually they end up doing the same things. Rowley wants a diary because Greg has one. There is lots about Rowley and Greg in this book. Rowley called this book Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid because that’s what his dad says about him. I enjoyed this book.
I recommend it for Grades 2-6.
I rate it 8/10.

Ranger’s Apprentice: Ruins of Gorlan by John Flanagan

Reviewed by Isobel R. WPS
I enjoyed reading this book because there are two monsters called the Kalkara. Halt, the mentor of the apprentice Will, has to hunt the two Kalkara and kill them so they can’t kill important people such as the king. The Kalkara go to a place called the ruins of Gorlan, then they wait for Halt to come and try to kill them.
The book is very interesting, and I didn’t have too much trouble reading it.
I rate this book 9/10.

Alice-Miranda at Camp by Jacqueline Harvey

Reviewed by Olivia Q. APS
This is book ten in the adventures of Alice-Miranda.
Come on an adventure where Alice-Miranda and her friends compete for the queen’s award. Along the way they must complete numerous activities. Part of their challenge is to visit Pelham Park which is a retirement village owned by her father.
In the cellar Ed Clifton, Alice-Miranda's uncle, was inspecting valuable artwork. He came across paintings that had been stolen from around the world.
After her father’s arrest, Alice-Miranda must put the pieces together to find out how the paintings ended up in the cellar.
The ending will surprise everyone.
I think this is a great book. I would recommend this story for Grade 5 and above.

Judy Moody Girl Detective by Megan McDonald

Reviewed by Stacey C. CLPS
The Judy Moody book series is awesome, especially my favourite, Judy Moody Girl Detective. When K-9 detective-in-training Mr Chips, a chocolate labrador puppy goes missing, Judy Moody (who turns into Judy Drewdy from her favourite book series, Nancy Drew), her little brother Stink and best friends Frank and Rocky go out together on the hunt for Mr Chips. A mystery awaits them.

Gangsta Granny by David Walliams

Reviewed by Stacey C. CLPS
Meet Ben’s Grandma. She’s much like your Granny, thick glasses, white hair, burgundy slippers, a packet of Murray mints close by. The only thing different is that ... she’s a jewel thief! Enjoy a book of mystery and wonder. Ben and his Granny plan to steal the Crown Jewels. You need to read this masterpiece by David Walliams. Join Ben and his Granny in a well-planned jewel theft. This gem of a book will blow your mind and you can get the book Gangsta Granny along with audio CDs read by David Walliams himself. It has also been made into a movie with David Walliams playing the father of Ben.

Reviewed by Olivia Q. APS
Ben hated going to Granny’s house until he realised that she was a cat burglar at night. Follow Ben and Granny on an adventure that takes you to The Tower of London and a meeting with the Queen. This book has lots of humour which keeps you wanting to read the next chapter.

Too Many Sheep by Christina Booth

Reviewed by Rephaiah F. APS
I like the part when the boy says, "Get Out!" but the sheep says, "But I haven't finished the book yet."
My second favourite part is when the boy says, "Too many sheep!" This book would be good for children in Year 2.

Hairy Maclary's Hat Tricks by Lynley Dodd

Reviewed by Olivia Q. APS
One day Hairy Maclary wanted to play but everyone kept saying they were too busy that day. He was taking different round objects to make people throw so he could play and, in the end, only one person played and threw it for him.
I would recommend this story for people in Grades Prep-2.

Port Adelaide by Lorraine Wilson

Reveiwed by Cohen V. APS
This is about the Port Adelaide Football Team. Even though you're not a fan you can still read this book. The person telling this story barracks for Port Adelaide. Travis Boak is his favourite player and he is a captain. The boy watches them play in Adelaide.

Pig the Star by Aaron Blabey

Reviewed by Giannis. APS
This book is about a pug named Pig that will die for attention. When a photo shoot started he went crazy. My favourite part was when Pig knocked Trevor over. Trevor hit his rocket then... the rocket hit Pig!!!
I would rate this 10/10

Bouncy Ben by Susannah McFarlane

Reviewed by Piers W. APS
Ben has four friends called Billy, Brett, Bella and Becky. They play all the time. Ben can jump the highest out of all of them and does a lot of tricks. One day he bounced higher than ever before and got stuck in a tree. He could not get out. Then his friends found him and got him out.
I rate this book 8/10.
I recommend this book for Grades 1 to 3.

I'm Australian Too by Mem Fox

Reviewed by Alana B. APS
Australia is the best country to me and I hope it is to you too.
I loved this book so much it was so good. I thought it was amazing.
I RATE THIS BOOK A 10/10
I recommend this book for everyone.

Reviewed by Eve S. APS
I'm Australian Too is a great book. I give it a 10 out of 10. I think it's a nice family book. It lets you know you are Australian even if you came from a different country. Overall it was a great book.

The Bad Guys: Episode 1 by Aaron Blabey

Reviewed by Lily R.
The characters are Shark, Piranha, Wolf and a snake. They introduced themselves and the wolf wanted to be good so the rest agreed that they would be good too. They went and tried to get a cat down from a tree but the cat didn't trust them and wasn't very happy. Then they let 200 or 300 dogs free from the pound. It's a funny book. I recommend this book for 6 years and over.

Ella Diaries: Friendship SOS by Meredith Costain

Reviewed by Eve S. APS
I think Ella Diaries is a great book. I think the main idea is you can make friends with people you don’t know. I give it 9 out of 10 because it didn’t have to many difficult words, but it still a great book I think.

I Need a Hug by Aaron Blabey

Reviewed by Piers W. APS
This book is about a porcupine wanting a hug. First he asks a bunny for a hug, then a moose and then a bear but no one will hug him. Then he sees them all running back towards him, he thinks they’ve changed their minds and want a hug but no, they run straight past because a snake had asked for a kiss. The porcupine ended up hugging the snake. I give this book 8/10 and recommend it for Kinder - Grade 2.

Alice-Miranda Shows the Way by Jacqueline Harvey

Reviewed by Olivia Q. APS
This is the sixth book in the series of adventures with Alice-Miranda.
Every year the carnival comes to Winchesterfield and items around the town get stolen. One of the items, Newton the garden gnome, who belongs to Mrs [nosey] Parker has returned from his adventures around the world, just as the carnival has returned.
Bonaparte, Alice-Miranda's pony has gone missing from the queen's stables. Without the pony Rockstar the queen's racehorse is refusing to run in the queen's cup.
Join Alice-Miranda and her friends as they piece together the clues to who may be responsible for the missing items.
This is a must read to see if the queen can win her first Queen’s Trophy.
I thoroughly enjoyed this story therefore I think this book deserves 8/10.

No-Bot The Robot with No Bottom by Sue Hendra

Reviewed by Piers W. APS
This book is about a robot called Bernard who loses his bottom when he jumps off the swing. He feels sad because he can’t find it anywhere and calls himself a no-bot. He does find it, someone had been using it as a bucket to make sandcastles on the beach.
I give this book 8/10 and recommend it for Kinder - Grade 2.

Elmer by David McKee

Reviewed by Piers W. APS
This book is about Elmer the patchwork elephant who is multicoloured but just wants to be grey like all the other elephants. He decides to trick the others and shakes a tree full of berries, when the berries drop he rolls around in them. Elmer turns grey until the rain comes and washes the colour off, all the other elephants laugh at Elmer.
I give this book 7/10 and recommend it for Kinder - Grade 2

Drama by Raina Telgemeier

Reviewed by Ava W. APS
Callie is a lover of the theatre. She would do anything to be in the production of Moon over Mississippi. She can’t sing, and she is madly in love with Greg. I really enjoyed this book.
I rate this book 10/10 because it is an interesting and funny book.
I think this book would be for Grade 5 to Year 9.

A Pony Called Secret by Olivia Tuffin

Reviewed by Alana B. APS
I liked this book because it is funny and interesting. I read this book because I love horses. I recommend this book for ages 8 and up.

78-Storey Treehouse by Andy Griffiths

Reviewed by Jackson O'B. APS
Terry and Andy live in a massive treehouse and get up to all kinds of things that are both funny and a bit wacky. All up I give this book a 10/10 and recommend this book for kids and people who are kids at heart.

Daddy's Sandwich by Pip Jones

Reviewed by Ava W. APS
This book is about a girl who wants to make a sandwich for her dad with all his favourite things in it. She puts the tv, the bath, his phone and all sorts of things. I think this book would be for ages 3 to 7.
I rate it a 7 out of 10.

Kind Katie by Susannah Mcfarlane

Reviewed by Cohen H. APS
This book is about a koala that helps four of her friends. It's set in the Kimberley Desert. She helps a kangaroo to kickbox, a dog to knit, a kookaburra to make a stew and a koala to sing. I recommend this book for ages 3 to 10 because it's funny.
I rate this book 9/10.

My Dad Does Yoga by Phillip Gwynne

Reviewed by Acacia V. APS
Dad loves to do yoga. He can do the fish, he can do the camel and he can do the salute to the sun. Dad hates the people next door who disturb his yoga. Dad loves the peace and quiet.
This book is a great book for ages 3-36. If you’re a bit older and like picture books this is one for you.
I rate it 9/10.

Baby Wombat's Week by Jackie French

Reviewed by Ava W. APS
He sleeps, he eats, and he always gets bored. He is quite cheeky too. This little wombat creates mischief wherever he goes.
I recommend this story for kids aged 4 to 9.
I rate this an 8 out of 10.

Conspiracy 365 - January by Gabrielle Lord

Reviewed by Piers W. APS
Cal is coming home from his friend’s house when a guy comes running up to him and says “The Ormond Singularity… Don't you let it be the death of you too, boy Get out! Get away! You have 365 days left!”
Sirens were approaching, a paramedic jumped out, pinned the man to the ground and took him to hospital. Later that day Cal and his uncle were out on their boat waiting for the fireworks. The fireworks were going off and they thought they should go back but the boat wouldn't start. The fireworks started to land in the ocean and were making some big waves. As each wave hit the boat kept filling with more water. Eventually the boat started to sink to the bottom of the ocean, they jumped out, but the waves were separating Cal and his uncle. Soon enough there was no sign of the other. Cal washed up on the shore near the place where they were staying. Cal walked back to their place and put the TV on and saw that his uncle was getting pulled up by a helicopter. After all his family was back together they went back home but, the whole house had been smashed. Cal rang his friend and told him all about what had just happened. Then he saw his Dad’s suitcase and saw it had been looked into and there was a jewellery box on the ground, but nothing was in it. Cal's mum had gone out and Cal had gone for a walk to the shops. When Cal had returned his uncle and sister, Gabbi, were laying on the ground in a big pool of blood. Cal rang the ambulance and the cops, then he waited outside for them to arrive. When they got out they started to chase Cal and this is where it all started. The chase had begun. He had to hide for the rest of the year and stay low until he figured out who did this. Cal had to find a safe place to hide for the night. He also had to work hard on this Ormond Singularity.

Nervous Nina by Susannah McFarlane

Reviewed by Piers W. APS
This book is about a numbat with four friends called Nicholas, Natalie, Nelly and Nathan. Nina is a nervous numbat who lives in North Nundroo. She doesn’t like to try new things she just does the things that she likes to do. One day in the newspaper it said every animal in North Nundroo has to leave. So, they did and Nina was not nervous any more.
I think this book is recommended for kindergarten to Grade Two .
I give this book 8/10.

Where is the Green Sheep by Mem Fox

Reviewed by Sophie B. APS
Mem Fox is a fantastic author. This book is about finding a green sheep. Through the book you need to look in different places to try to find the green sheep but it is only on the last page. Then you find the green sheep behind a bush fast asleep.
I recommend this book for ages three and under for bedtime.
I rate this book a 10/10.

There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Thong
by P. Crumble

Reviewed by Rephaiah APS
I like the part when the old lady got the seahorse and swallowed it because she swallowed the seahorse to fetch the thong. Then I liked another part too, when she swallowed the prawn to ride the seahorse.
I think that this book is great for eight years old because it is fun to read.

Hot Dog #6 - Movie Time! by Anh Do

In this book Hot Dog and friends Kev and Lizzie try to get a part in a movie. Hot Dog tries to be a hero ninja, Kev a brave ballerina and Lizzie a volcano monster. They don’t get the parts they wanted but still end up in the movie. They think that’s AWESOME!
I give this book 7/10 and recommend it for Kinder - Grade 2.

Captain Underpants and the Wrath of the Wicked Wedgie Woman by Dav Pilkey

This time George and Harold have made a villain for Captain Underpants and her name is Wedgie Woman. Captain Underpants gets beaten but George and Harold find ways to help him overcome it. They defeat her, but you will never know when she comes back. I really enjoyed this book because it was very funny and they’re always making new people.
I rate this 10/10

Tom Gates: A Tiny Bit Lucky by Liz Pichon

Reviewed by Aidyn R. WPS
This is an extremely funny book. They were in a band battle thing and one of the judges was the school inspector.
I rate this book 10/10.

Ed and Ted and Ted's Dog Fred by Andy Griffiths

Reviewed by Noah P. APS
This book was about two friends that lived in a shed and Ted's dog didn't like Ed. Ed got upset so he left. Ted and Fred chased after Ed. They end up in trouble and they thought that they were dead, but Ed saved the day. So that made Fred like Ed.

Brave Dave by Andy Griffiths

Reviewed by Noah P. APS
Brave Dave could do anything in the day but at night he was scared. I think this would be suitable for Prep to Grade 3 because it is easy to read.
I rate this book 8 out of 10.

The Cow that Laid an Egg by Andy Cutbill

Reviewed by Ava W. APS
This book is about Marjorie the cow who doesn’t feel special. But one morning she discovers that she has laid an egg. When it hatches it is just a normal chicken until MOOOOOOOOO!!! the chicken mooooos.
This book would be for ages 3 to 10.
I would rate it a 7 out of 10.

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