Mega Reviews

Bob the Artist by Marion Deuchars

Reviewed by Sullivan CLPS
Bob was a normal bird that lived a happy life with his bat. When he goes out he gets teased because of his skinny legs and his weird way of walking. The other animals made Bob sad. So Bob tried to go to the gym and make his legs bigger but that didn’t help, then he tried to eat to get his legs bigger. He ate a lot but that didn’t work either. His next plan was to look different by wearing clothes but he looked ridiculous, he then went to the art gallery where he became inspired. So then every day he paints his beak and everyone accepts him. This book was a good book with wonderful ideas of art and it has a message of no matter how you look you’re just the same as you are.

The Little Book of Jokes for Kids of All Ages
​by Martin Ellis

Reviewed by Piers W. APS
This is a great little joke book, it has really funny jokes inside. I’ll tell you a few..... Where do cars go to play? In a car park.  Why should you not tell jokes to an egg? It might crack-up.  A book never written: Falling Off A Cliff by Eileen Dover?
I recommend this book for all ages and give it 9/10.

8 Minute Stories For 8 Year Olds by Helen Martin

Reviewed by Piers W. APS
I recommend this book for Grades 1-4 and give it 8/10. It’s about monkeys causing mayhem, a rude and crude parrot, a pack of pooing pigeons, party-crashing turtles, a spooky cave, the world’s worst lemonade and much more.

Where’s Wally? By Martin Handford

Reviewed by Piers W. APS
Wally is setting off on a worldwide hike with Odlaw, Wizard Whitebeard, Wenda and Woof. He sends postcards from the beach, the ski slopes, the railway station, the airport, the museum and many more places. In every scene you have to spot Wally and the other travellers.  Wally wears a red and white hat with a red and white stripy top and blue pants. This book is suitable for any age and I give it 8/10.

Tom Gates Super Good Skills (Almost) by Liz Pichon

Reviewed by Ava W. APS
Tom Gates and his family are going on a family camping trip. He gets to the cabin and is disgusted by the look and after that more bad things start to happen. How will Tom survive? I love all the Tom Gates books because they are funny and so entertaining.
I rate this book a ten out of ten and this book would be for ages 7 to 12 because I’m in Year Five and I love them.

The Paper Bag Princess by Robert Munsch

Reviewed by Abbey B. APS
I like this book because her boyfriend, Ronald, was really rude to her but in the end the dragon put Ronald in his castle. Then she said, “Ronald you are a toad” and ran off.
They ended up not getting married.
I rate this book 7/10.
I recommended this book to 0-8 years.

The Spotty Holiday by Sally Rippin

Reviewed by Olivia Q. APS
Billie B. Brown has loads of fun activities planned for when she goes to see her grandmother. But will everything be ruined when she wakes up with spots all over her?
I had fun reading this book so I'm rating it 9/10.

Bad Guys: Episode 2: Mission Unpluckable
​by Aaron Blabey

Reviewed by Ava W. APS
Mission Unpluckable is about the bad guys trying to save 10,000 chickens. This book is funny and exciting. My brother loves these books so I decided to try them out. I recommend this book for ages 6 to 10.
I would rate this a 7 out of 10.

Billy B. Brown: The Bully Buster by Sally Rippin

Reviewed by ​Olivia Q. APS
Billie B. Brown is having trouble with a bully that just won’t leave her alone and she is getting very, very mad about it. She is on a mission to do something about this mean bully.
Find out what she'll do by reading the book yourself.
I would recommend this book for Preps to Grade 3.

The Peacock Detectives by Carly Nugent

Reviewed by Ava W. APS
The last time Cassie's peacocks went missing she found them sitting on a fire hose, from then on her dad called her the peacock detective. This time she knows what she will do to find them, look for clues and be a real detective.
​I would rate this book 10 out of 10 and recommend it for ages 10 to 15.

I'm Tyrannosaurus!  by Jean Marzollo

Reviewed by Noah P. APS
This book is a poetry book all about dinosaurs. It was really interesting.  Each poem tells you information about the dinosaurs in a fun way.
My favourite of them all is a triceratops. 
I rate this book 10 out of 10.

Bad Dad by David Walliams

Reviewed by Jesse O'N. APS
Frank has a Dad that is a really good banger racer (race car driver) but his dad gets in a crash one day and loses his leg. He can never race again so he gets a job as a getaway driver. I rate this book 10/10 because it was exciting and I wanted to keep reading.

Going Solo by Roald Dahl

Reviewed by Olivia Q. APS
Going Solo is about the famous Roald Dahl himself. It tells you his life before becoming a number-one best storyteller. Find out what he went through and see if you can relate.
I recommend this book for ages 10-16.

The All New Must Have Orange 430
​by Michael Speechley

Reviewed by Madeline D. APS
Harvey was waiting for days and finally The All New Must Have Orange 430 is in stores, but Harvey only had one dollar in his savings jar. So he looked everywhere to try and find some money until he looked in the sofa and there was the money he needed to buy The Orange 430. 
I recommend this book for Year Prep to Year 2.
I rate this book an 8 out of 10.

1000 Wonders of Nature by Reader's Digest Association

Reviewed by Gianna APS
This book is about 1000 wonders of nature. One of the wonders are 'City Choked from Forest Fires'. For seven weeks 75 million people had smoke in their lungs and choked.
I rate this book 10/10 and recommend it for ages 8+.

Billy B. Brown: The Missing Tooth by Sally Rippin

Reviewed by Ruot APS
This book is about a girl who lost her tooth and can’t wait for the Tooth Fairy to come, but it doesn’t. She is curious why the Tooth Fairy did not come so she goes and investigates. I would recommend this book for 6 years and under.
I rate this book 7 out of 10. 

Judy Moody Goes to College by Megan McDonald

Reviewed by Stacey C. CLPS
Judy Moody is in a bad mood! Mr Todd is on a teacher conference, so a new teacher takes his place, Miss Grossman. She’s not impressed with Judy’s math knowledge, so she gets a Maths tutor, Chloe. Chloe is a college student. So Judy Moody has a new mood, college student. Enjoy this funny story. Say goodbye to Judy Moody and hello to Ms College.

Pig the Fibber by Aaron Blabey

​Reviewed by  Shakira YPCC
I like this book because it is really funny this is how it started, “The world's greediest pug, is telling great big lies”.
I give this book a 10 out of 10.
I think this book is good for Grades 1, 2 and 3.

Hiku by Nicole Snitselaar 

Reviewed by Piers W. APS 
​This book is about a very small penguin called Hiku. One day his family arrange to visit but on the morning of the visit Hiku wakes up grumpy. He sees them arriving and hides in his special snow hole. He starts to get bored and lonely and realises his family is important, so he goes to join them, just in time for a family photograph.  
I recommend this book for Grades 1-3 and give it 8/10. 

EJ Spy School: Hide and Peek by Susannah McFarlane

Reviewed by Bianca  CLPS 
I love this book because it’s about Christmas, best friends to speak to and to play with.  That’s why I love this book. 

WeirDo 2: Even Weirder! by Anh Do 

​​Reviewed by Charlotte C.  CLPS 
Guess what? I just read the most enjoyable book ever. Weirdo 2. It was a great book when Weirdo's dad does lots of cool dances then he gets invited to his friend Bella's house. What will happen? Read the book to find out more. 
I give it a 10/10. 

Lego Star Wars: Free the Galaxy by Himani Khatreja 

Reviewed by Piers W.  APS 
This book is about Lego Star Wars characters. Darth Vader is trying to take over the galaxy and the Jedi have to go on adventures and try to defeat him.
I give this book 7/10 and recommend it for Grades 1-3. 

WeirDo 4: Super Weird by Anh Do 

Reviewed by Stacey C. CLPS 
As you see from the title Weir Do is weird. Weir and his family have a new puppy Fido. Fido is friends with their pet bird Blockhead and together they’re a weird pair. At school there’s a bring your pet to school day. Bella who is Weir’s friend, who he also likes, brings her Great Dane “Tiny”. They have a pet parade and obviously Fido and Blockhead steal the show.
​l recommend this book for Grade 3 and up.  Trust me it’s weird. 

Reviewed by Charlotte B. CLPS
I love this book because it has a  dog and l have a dog too. My cousin has a pet bird. I really like funny stories.
I rate this book 10/10.

Diary of A Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul by Jeff Kinney 

Reviewed by Kaelan P. CLPS 
This is the ninth book in the Diary of A Wimpy Kid series, which, in my opinion is a great one. Greg's summer vacation is ruined when his mother announces that they are going on a road trip!  Greg remembers other vacations gone wrong, so his hopes are not high.  
Read this book to find out more. 

Reviewed by Cooper CLPS 
As Greg Heffley’s summer vacation begins, his mum does another surprise vacation. “Remember what happened last time?” Greg said.  
I give it a 10/10 because it is very funny. 

Matilda by Roald Dahl 

Reviewed by  Liam F.  CLPS 
Matilda Wormwood goes to a school with the world's worst principal, Miss Trunchbull. If any kid is annoying her she locks them up in the Chokey for the day... Unlike Miss Trunchbull, Miss Honey is the best teacher ever!  
I recommend this book for Roald Dahl fans.  

The Poppa Platoon in World War Chew by Danny Katz  

Reviewed by Piers W. APS 
This book is about Poppa taking his grandchildren Abbie and Flynn to the Royal Show. Abbie wants to buy a Chunky Choco Cherry Chew Showbag but lots of things stand in her way.  A family with big bums, an army of kids dressed up as ninjas, lots of shops and much more.  They fight their way to the stall through the crowds but the showbags had sold out.  Abbie ended up going to the next stall and buying a Deluxe Chocoholics B.I.G Mega Bag.  
I give this book 9/10 and recommend it for Grades 2-4. 

Dog Man and Cat Kid by Dav Pilkey 

Reviewed by Charlotte B.  CLPS 
If you like Captain Underpants, you should read Dog Man. He's a kind and caring Dog. I would recommend this book for primary school kids. I love this book.  
I rate it 10/10.

Diary of A Minecraft Zombie Book 1: A Scare of A Dare by Zack Zombie 

Reviewed by Piers W.  APS 
This book is about a 12 year old Minecraft Zombie called Zack. He has a human friend called Steve and he helps him deal with the challenges of zombie life. I give this book 8/10 and recommend it for Grades 2-4. 

Diary of A Minecraft Zombie 2: Bullies & Buddies 
​by Zack Zombie 

Reviewed by Piers W. APS 
This is book number 2 in the series. Scare School is hard enough but Zack also has to face the biggest mob bullies in dodgeball.  
I give it 8/10 and recommend it for Grades 2-4. 

The Brightest Night (Wings of Fire #5) 
​by Tui T. Sutherland 

Reviewed by Eliza CLPS 
The last dragonet in the prophecy is a small, strange Sandwing called Sunny and she takes the prophecy VERY seriously. But when she gets taken by three scumdweller Nightwings, secrets about Sunny’s past, present and future are spilled. I love this book because... well... the same reason I love the rest.  
I give this book a ten out of ten.  
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The Dangerous Book for Boys 
​by Conn Iggulden and Hal Iggulden 

Reviewed by Piers W.  APS 
This book is very interesting because it shows you how to make things. My favourite thing in it is how to make a paper hat.  It also has lots of maps and explains about astronomy and the grouped star constellations. The easiest one to recognise in the Northern Hemisphere, is Ursa Major, the Great Bear. It also teaches you a lot about history.  
This is my favourite book and I give it 10/10!  
I recommend it for age 8+. 

Australia’s Most Deadly by Australia Geographic 

Reviewed by Stacey C. CLPS 
 If you like dangerous and remarkable animals you will love this book. It tells you facts and information about some of the most dangerous animals that live in Australia. This book is the best.
I give this book 10/10.
I suggest this book for Grade 4 and up who enjoy reading. 
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Diary of a Wombat by Jackie French  

Reviewed by Keely CLPS 
There was once a lazy, slow wombat who had a daily routine. The wombat ate grass every day, then he got over grass and now loves carrots. He had wonderful adventures and there were funny parts too. Like when he found a ladder and used it as a scratching post. He built a hole under his owner’s house. I liked the daily routine.  
I give this book a 6/10. 
I recommend this book to wombat lovers. ​

Christopher Nibble by Charlotte Middleton 

Reviewed by Piers W. APS  
This book is about a guinea pig and he loves to eat dandelions. In fact every guinea pig in the village loves to eat dandelions. One day all of the dandelions had been eaten, apart from one that was growing outside Christopher Nibble’s bedroom window. He looked after it and it eventually turned into a seed head. He took the seed head to the top of the hill and blew it, the seeds filled the air then landed. Soon the new plants started to sprout fresh leaves, there were dandelions everywhere.  
I recommend this book for Grades 1-4 and give it 9/10. 

The Runaway Hug by Nick Bland 

Reviewed by Cloey S. CLPS 
There once was a girl called Lucy and she asked her mum if she could have a hug before bed. Then Lucy shares the hug. But she hugs her pet dog but he did not like it so he ran away. What happens to the hug now?  
She went to look for the hug but...  
Then she found the hug so she hugged her pet dog because Lucy found the dog. 

Zac Power: Boot Camp by H.I. Larry 

Reviewed by Ethan M. CLPS 
This book is amazing. It's hilarious. I think every kid and adult would love this book. I recommend it to everyone. Even my friends rate it 10/10 and so do I. The entire series is wonderful. 

Pig the Grub by Aaron Blabey 

Reviewed by Jasper CLPS 
In this book Pig is a stinky, smelly and dirty mutt who does some dirty stuff. When his owner says its bath time Pig runs away. His owner chases Pig but he gets away and blocks the drain with a stick and he starts to gloat. Suddenly the bath explodes. Read the book to find out more.  
I rate it 5/10 and recommend it for dog people. 

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

Reviewed by Declan J. CLPS 
Harry Potter is an ordinary kid who has been getting thousands of letters, after moving to five different houses. Then a giant, beetle-eyed hairy man comes with some amazing news, Harry is a wizard! He has to go to Platform 9 3/4 so he can get to Hogwarts, the school of witchcraft and wizardry. He ventures forth with an invisibility cloak and his friends for some amazing adventures. 

Silver Shoes #4: Dance Till You Drop 
​by Samantha-Ellen Bound 

Reviewed by Mikaela  CLPS 
Ellie felt upset because Paige could not come to her birthday. Paige had to go to dance class and the performance for her very first time. Ellie thought of an excellent idea. She told Paige that she could watch her do the performance.  
I rate 10/10 for this book.  
I recommend that everyone who likes dancing to read this book.