May Reviews

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Billie B. Brown #5: The Extra Special Helper by Sally Rippin

Reviewed by Nellie W. SAPS

Billie B Brown is going to be Miss Walton’s Extra-Special Helper when they are going to the zoo. She has to carry fourteen clipboards for the class to write if the animals are cold-blooded or warm-blooded.
When Billie was walking at the back of the line she gets lost and Jack needs to find her.
I like this book because when they go to the zoo and Billie gets lost.
I would recommend this to an 8-9 year old.
I would rate it 7/10 because it is good.

Billie B. Brown #17: The Deep End by Sally Rippin

Reviewed by Nellie W. SAPS

When Billie's class is going to the swimming pool to swim laps with the swimming teachers, Billie is scared of going in the deep end because she thinks she will drown.
When the groups get called out Billie thinks she is the only one that is left. When she looks around there is only one more person left.
I like it because Billie keeps on trying to swim and doesn't give up.
I recommend this for an 8-9 year old.
I rate the book an 8/10 because she doesn’t give up.

Billie B. Brown #10: The Birthday Mix-Up by Sally Rippin

Reviewed by Nellie W. SAPS

It is close to Billie's birthday and she is getting the birthday invitations ready to give out to her friends. Billie is allowed to invite 10 people. She is going to invite 4 boys and 6 girls. After school Billie and Jack are planning what games to play.
Billie keeps on asking all her friends if they can come, and if they have got her a present.
When it is her birthday she wakes everyone up and goes to Jack's house for breakfast.
What I like about the book is that she was asking everyone if they could come in class time.
I recommend this to 8-9 years old.
​I rate it an 8/10 because she got the time mixed up.

Ella and Olivia #4: The New Girl by Yvette Poshoglian

Reviewed by Nellie W. SAPS

It is Olivia's first day at school and she is excited to be at school with her big sister Ella. When Ella is walking to her classroom, there is a girl walking in with her and a Mum asks if anyone knows where the year two classroom is. Ella walks them to it, when they are walking the Mum said there is not enough trees.
When Ella gets to class she sees the new girl, and then Ella sits next to her best friend Zoe.
At break the new girl yells at Olivia and says she is too little to play hop scotch.
What I like about the book is that Ella stands up for Olivia.
I recommend this book to 9-10 years old.
​I rate this book an 8/10 because they became best friends with the new girl.

Ella and Olivia #1: Cupcake Catastrophe by Yvette Poshoglian

Reviewed by Nellie W. SAPS

Ella and Olivia are making cupcakes for their Dad’s birthday. Olivia is Ella and her Mum’s special helper. They are going to do the cupcake icing brown and orange.
They put them in the oven to cook and when they take them out they put the icing on.
The guests start to arrive. They open the presents, then have the cupcakes. When the Dad tries them he says they are salty.
What I like about the book is that they put salt instead of sugar.
I recommend this to 9-10 years old.
​I rate it a 9/10 because it was funny.

Tom Gates #5: Tom Gates is Absolutely Fantastic (at Some Things) by Liz Pichon

Reviewed by Abby A. MRPS

In this Tom Gates book, Tom goes to school camp. The cabin he is assigned to is so noisy and disruptive which means the teacher has to come in multiple times to tell them off.
On camp Tom also gets involved in lots of other activities such as raft building and racing, wall climbing and marshmallow roasting.
I really enjoyed reading this book as I am about to go on school camp and it reminded me of the fun that can be had on school camps.
I recommend it for ages 8-12 as they are usually the ages that go on camp and would be able to relate to the story line.
I give it an 8/10!

Tom Gates #6: Tom Gates: Extra Special Treats (...not) by Liz Pichon

Reviewed Abby A. MRPS

Extra Special Treats (not) is about Tom getting a day off school because in the middle of a freezing cold snow storm the schools heater breaks. One would think this would a wonderful experience, but this is Tom and almost always stuff doesn’t go to plan.
Uncle Kevin, Aunty Alice and the cousins have to come stay at Tom’s house as their heater is not working either. They are very annoying and the cousins have to sleep on a noisy blow up mattress in Tom’s room plus Uncle Kevin snores like a dinosaur so Tom doesn't get much sleep!
Along with the extended family coming to stay Tom also has to deal with new neighbours, the ever annoying Marcus Meldrew and accidentally staining his mum’s new dress.
I really liked the snow aspect of the story and the getting a day off school.
I recommend it for ages 8-12.
​I rate it 8/10.

Smile by Raina Telgemeier

Reviewed by Maddie Q. BuniPS

Smile was like a drama class. It’s so dramatic and like teenager style back in the 90s.
Raina lost two teeth which she thinks turns her ugly. Her fake friends alos prank her.
I would recommend this to people who like dramatic problems about their life.
I give it an 8/10.

Diary Of a Wimpy Kid #10: Old School by Jeff Kinney

Reviewed by Alyssa L. BuniPS

Greg finds out that he got a homework buddy and his homework buddy’s name is Frew and he could finish the homework in 15 minutes, but Greg finishes the homework in 2 hours.
I recommend this book to anyone who likes funny stories.
​I would rate it a 10/10.

Black Cockatoo by Carl Merrison and Hakea Hustler

Reviewed by Lilie C. BuniPS

This was about a girl called Mia. Mia’s brother Jy was shooting birds and he shot a cockatoo.
Mia helps the cockatoo and finds out that the black cockatoo is actually her totem.
I recommend this book for people who are interested in stories about family problems.
​I give this book 7.5 out of 10.

Reviewed by Brian W. BuniPS

Mia a young Aboriginal girl her brother Jy shot a black cockatoo but Mia picked up the black cockatoo.
Mia found out it was her totem animal but Jy didn’t want that the black cockatoo.
I recommend this book it finds out about the Aboriginal community.
I give this book a 8/10 because it is very interesting.

Reviewed by Olivia S. BuniPS

In Black Cockatoo we meet a girl and her brother.
The brother is mean and a girl helps a cockatoo and saves it from death.
She has a hard time and feels like she is in two worlds.
I recommend this to people who love animals.
I rate this book 8/10.

Pizza and Taco #1: Who's the Best? by Stephen Shaskan

Reviewed by Hudson B. BuniPS

This book includes lots of drama. It’s about which ingredient is the best - Pizza or Taco.
Their friends disagree with which one is best, but you’ll need to read the book to find out!
This book is recommended for kids.
I rate it 10/10.

Goosebumps #1: Welcome to the Dead House by R.L. Stine

Reviewed by Ivy F. BuniPS

This was an interesting and a jump-scare filled story with lots of surprises and spookiness!
I will recommend this to any one who likes a scary story.
​I would rate this as 10/10!

I Survived the American Revolution, 1776 by Lauren Tarshis

Reviewed by Oliver A. BuniPS

This was the best book. It was about the American War revolution in 1776.
I recommend this book for anyone who is interested in war.
​I love this book. I give it 10 /10.

Pizza and Taco #7: Wrestling Mania! by Stephen Shaskan 

Reviewed by Madden C. BuniPS

In this book Pizza and Taco fight a lot!
They want to join wrestle mania so that they can get a wrestle mania belt. You’ll need to read to find out if they do!
I love the Pizza and Taco wrestle mania because it is super funny.
I recommend it for people who like really funny books.
​I rate this book a 10/10

Dogman by Dav Pilkey

Reviewed by Isabella S. BuniPS

This book is about a dog cop named Greg and a cop called Knight.
One day, Greg and Knight chased Petey the evil cat, who escaped from jail six times with a car to get rid of Greg and Knight but they were driving a car too and then there was a bomb outside.
Greg and Knight jump out of the and the car and fell on their boss’s car and when they looked behind them the bomb exploded.
They went to the hospital and people there sewed the man head and the dog’s body together and then Greg became Dog Man.
I recommend for all people to read this book.
I rate it 10/10.

Dog Man #3: A Tale of Two Kitties by Dav Pilkey

Reviewed by Levi R. BuniPS

Petey escaped jail and ran to his house and then started to build a new robot cat, then he tried to take over the world.
Dog Man, Lil Petey and 80HD came to save the day and they took down Petey's robot and took him to jail and celebrated and went to their house.
l really liked this book and would recommend it to ages 8 and older.
l would rate it 10 out of 10.

The Magic Faraway Tree by Enid Blyton

Reviewed by Josie H. BuniPS

This book is great. I loved learning about all the adventures Joe, Beth and Frannie went on.
Then Rick their cousins came and made some mischief.
I recommend this book to people who love making mischief.
I rate this book 10/10

Diary of a Wimpy Kid #2: Rodrick Rules by Jeff Kinney

Reviewed by Jack B. BuniPS

In this book Rodrick and his band are in the basement playing loud music and there’s lots of teenagers on the driveway.
The Dad gets really mad and Rodrick has a party and locks Greg out and then after their parents return they have already cleaned up the house and then Dad thinks the door had been changed but luckily he didn’t notice completely.
I really liked this book.
I recommend it to any kids looking for a book full of teenagers doing naughty things and very funny and entertaining people.
I rate it 10/10.

Reviewed by Maxwell S. DPS

This book is about two kids, Greg and his brother Rodrick. They are both troublemakers and Greg worries that Rodrick might try to embarrass him at school.
The two of them get up to so much trouble and their lives don't feel good because they don't get along.
I really enjoyed this book because I loved how simple and messy Greg's personality is and I don't like the name of his brother's band!
I recommend it to children aged 6-14, especially if they love the other Diary of a Wimpy Kid books.
For me I would rate this an 8/10.

Cardcaptor Sakura, Vol. 1 by Clamp

Reviewed by Tabitha H. BPS

Cardcaptor Sakura is an anime book and a fantastic book! It has INSASNE illustrations and detail in the little things such as the characters clothes and facial expressions are extremely detailed. Cardcaptor Sakura is about a little girl who just got into middle school. Her name is Sakura Kinomoto, and her family is Toya Kinomoto, her brother, Fujitaka Kinomoto, and Nadeshiko Kinomoto her mother, who sadly passed away when she was three years old.
Her energy and her cheerfulness are the most powerful strength she has! Her favorite subjects in school are P.E. and music.
She has a cute little creature named Kero-Chan, he is a Cerberus (a bigger fairy that holds a lot of power).
What happens in the book is she snuck into her dad’s office where she found a mysterious book in there. She pinched the book, so she started to read it. It was strange, like very strange.
But as if the day couldn't have gotten weirder, when she went to bed, she couldn’t dream that night she could only have nightmares…but that is all I’m going to say. I don’t want to spoil it all!
What I liked about in the book is when she has a nightmare and it goes on into the next chapter because there is an illustration that’s REALLY pretty.
I recommend this book for year 3s and up because I think anime is more for older children and because there are quite a few tricky words.
I give this book 10/10! It is one of my favorite anime books and I can’t wait to read the rest of the series!

Gangsta Granny by David Walliams

Reviewed by Kane H. DPS

This book was about a kid called Ben who had a sleepover at his Granny's house every Friday. He thinks his granny is very boring and never looks forward to staying. His parents do ballroom dancing and he thinks that they do not care about him because they force him to go.
Ben soon finds out that granny's always have secrets...and his granny is a thief attempting to steal the crown jewels!
In the end he learns that his parents really do care about him and his granny is amazing!
I really liked this book because Ben has sleepovers at his granny's house every Friday and I also have sleepovers at my grandma's house too.
I recommend this book to children aged between 8 and 13, because it is extremely funny but has some mild themes.
​This book is a 10/10 because it was extremely interesting and it made me want to read chapter after chapter every night!

Four Eyes by Rex Ogle

Reviewed by Jack L. DPS 

This book is about someone who looks at the sun and buys glasses so people begin to call him four eyes.
It makes him feel incredibly lonely but he has this one friend who cares for him.
I liked this book because it could help someone in need.
This book would be perfect for people with glasses because it could help a lot of people in their life by telling them that they are still unique.
​I rate this book an 11/10. It had me hooked!

The World's Worst Pets by David Walliams

Reviewed by Taylan M-F. MRPS

This book is about the worlds worst pets and some of them are more than evil.
I really liked this book. It’s really long but it’s worth reading it.
I rate this book a solid 9/10 because I feel like they could add more to the worlds worst pets, because kids might like reading it and want more!

Pig the Pug by Aaron Blabey

Reviewed by Cooper W. DPS

This story has two dogs. One called Pig and one called Trevor.
Pig is incredibly greedy and won't share his stuff with Trevor...but in the end his bad behaviour comes back to bite him.
I really enjoyed reading this book because it was hilarious when Pig fell out of the window.
Kids aged 4-10 should read this book because it has bigger writing and awesome pictures.
​'Pig the Pug' is a 10/10.

The Last Bear by Hannah Gold

Reviewed by Charlie B. MRPS

There is a bear that’s stuck where it shouldn’t be in the middle of the mountains.
As April and the polar bears bond becomes better, April is determined to save her polar bear and tries to be friends with it.
I recommend this for 11+ because it’s very big and I liked how there’s only one polar bear in that one spot.
I rate this book a solid 5/10 because I didn’t really like it because it was just on one topic for like a couple pages.

unOrdinary, Vol 2. by uru-chan

Reviewed by Taylan M-F. MRPS

This book is about a world of kids who have powers and they fight each other in trios, squads, solo, or even duos.
Their parents don’t have any powers.
I really liked this book because it’s a book of powerful characters named Arlo and Isen.
I rate this book a 10+/10 because it’s a amazing book to read and has an insane amount of powers.

Thunderhead by Sophie Beer

Reviewed by Beau M. DPS

This is an exciting but sad book. Thunderhead loves music and hanging out with their best friend. They have back luck and have a secret about being sick.
In the story they are worried about being at school, making new friends and having trouble hearing, but the music helps them feel better.
I liked this book because it is interesting and different from other books that I have read.
I think everyone should read this book because it makes you think.
It is a 7/10.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid #20: Partypooper by Jeff Kinney

Reviewed by Taylan M-F. MRPS

This text is about a kid named Greg Heffly and his own mum forgot his birthday which is completely insane!
I recommend this book to 8+ because this is a suitable book for their age.
I like this book but I prefer other ones like No Brainer.
I rate this book a 7/10 because it’s a good book but I feel like it needs more characters.

The Bad Guys #2: Mission Unpluckable by Aaron Blabey

Reviewed by Taylan M-F. MRPS

This text is about a group of animals who try to act good by saving things, but they always mess it up.
I recommended this book for 9+ because it suits them and for their age.
I give this book a 10/10 for its creativity and funny jokes.

Pokemon Adventures, Vol 1. by Hidenori Kusaka

Reviewed by Yeveen W. DPS

The Pokémon trainer Red is trying to be the greatest Pokémon master by winning all the gym battles and catching Pokémon. He needs to join forces with his enemies to work as a team so that they can win.
I loved this book because there's a lot of funny pictures and parts of writing in it.
I recommend that people who like Pokémon read this because they understand who the characters are, or new people who might like to learn about it.
​I rate this 8/10.

Kev and Trev #1: Snot Funny Sea Stories by Kylie Howarth

Reviewed by Piper B. DPS

In this story the characters, Kev and Trev, want to be famous and get a houseboat to travel across the ocean. They have to avoid lots of dangerous obstacles.
It is a thrilling story and I couldn't take my eyes off it! I especially liked it because it was funny.
I would recommend this book for 4-12 year olds because it is very enjoyable but also a little bit challenging so they may need some help reading it.
This book is a 10/10. I loved it and have already read it a thousand times!

Paris takes over the World by Kyla May

Reviewed by Hannah E. DPS

This story is about a girl called Paris who travelled to Paris.
She meets a girl who has a cute, fluffy and happy dog that sadly goes missing. Together they explore the city trying to find the dog.
I liked this book because I love dogs that are cute, fluffy and happy just like the one in the story.
This book is perfect for kids aged 8-10.
​I rate this book a 10/10.

The Girl who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill

Reviewed by Nivajeep K. DPS

This story is about a girl called Luna who accidentally got magic powers when she was a baby from the moonlight and a witch called Xan.
When Luna grows up she starts to learn about her powers and how to control them.
I couldn't take my eyes off this book because it was so beautiful. I definitely liked it because it was a heart-warmer book and I will recommend it to ages 9-20. I think lots of ages would enjoy it because it is amazing!
This is a 10/10. It is magical!

Hey Jack! #4: The Robot Blues  by Sally Rippin

Reviewed by Elias W. MRPS

Jack has been asked to a costume party. He and his mother made a terrific robot costume. When he arrives at the party and sees the other children's costume he worries the children won't like his costume. But he wins first place in the competition the children's loved his costume and are amazed that he made it.
I thought is a good book for years two and three.
I would rate this book a 5/10. It was just really boring for me. There wasn't a lot of stuff happening.

Guts by Raina Telgemeier

Reviewed by Maddison Q. BuniPS

Guts is about a girl named Raina who starts worrying about getting sick and feels anxious about food and eating.
In the story, she learns how to deal with her worries.
I liked this book because it was easy to understand and relatable.
I would recommend it to other students who like knowing someone's life and personal info.
I would rate it 8/10.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid #19: Hot Mess by Jeff Kinney

Reviewed by Brian W. BuniPS

Greg's grandmother wanted a picture of the whole family but they went to the beach to take a picture of the sunset but they didn’t have time because they had to go out for dinner. But the family that made the reservation they were two hours late so the receptionist said they can have the table for free, but then the other family came and it ended up with a big fight so the police got in involved to calm every thing down.
I recommend this book to all kids that want to reed funny books.
I rate it 10/10.

The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill

Reviewed by Nivajeep K. DPS

This story is about a girl called Luna who accidentally got magic powers when she was a baby from the moonlight and a witch called Xan.
When Luna grows up she starts to learn about her powers and how to control them.
I couldn't take my eyes off this book because it was so beautiful. I definitely liked it because it was a heart-warmer book and I will recommend it to ages 9-20. I think lots of ages would enjoy it because it is amazing!
This is a 10/10. It is...magical!

Freak Street: Wizardsons on Holidays by Packer Knife

Reviewed by Nivajeep K. DPS

In this book the Aliensons, Humansons, Wizardsons and Zombiesons are neighbours in Freak Street.
They all go on holiday to different and unusual places and meet new families.
I loved this book because it has bright, creative illustrations and it's like 4 stories all in one.
This book is perfect for people who like strange and odd stories about monsters.
I give this book an 8/10. I just wanted to read and read and read!

Little People, Big Dreams: Jane Goodall by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara

Reviewed by Fletcher P. MRPS

When Jane Goodall was young, she got a monkey that her parents gave her and she had named it Jubilee. This made her want to study monkeys so she learned how to study monkeys and now she’s one of the best monkey experts.
I like this book because it was interesting and inspiring.
If you like monkeys, I would recommend this book for people who just want to learn stuff about her or monkey lovers.
I would rate this book a 8 out of 10, it was good to read

Where is the Green Sheep? by Mem Fox

Reviewed by Elias W. MRPS

We can't find the green sheep. We can find all the other sheep doing many activities. But the green sheep is hiding.
This is a very easy read for a 10-year-old and would suit five and six-year-olds and toddlers would enjoy this book and can read the story as the pictures read the story line.
I give this book a 10/10 for great pictures and fun storyline too.

Hotdog #18: Robot Time! by Anh Do

Reviewed by Hudson H. SCPS

The main characters in this book are Hotdog, Kev and Lizzie.
The big problem in the book is that the robots go evil.
I like it because it is very interesting and does not get boring at all and it goes happy, then sad, then happy.
The best guy is Kev. I like when the robots go evil and get controlled.
I like how the author only used the colour of the cover for the illustrations. This book is good for ages 7-13.
Irate it a 9.5/10 because it's just to short.

Detective Galileo by Peter Hellier

Reviewed by Archie T. BPS

The book is about a horse detective who solves crime and keeps everybody safe when the milk and eggs go missing. Galileo saves the world’s biggest cake ever.
The main characters are Galileo, Buster, Silvio, Charley and Marlon. The story is set in Happy valley farm.
What I liked is when he faces Marlon the dog because Galileo is terrified of him.
I recommend this book for Year 3-6 because it is very funny and all of the dogs were angry because they had to move the farm.
​I rate this book a 10/10.

Joan in the Cone by Billy Sharff

Reviewed by Archie T. BPS

Joan in the cone is a picture book about a dog that is naughty, clumsy and nice and he loves to play. You might be wondering how she is naughty to a person called Louise, by stealing clothing, steak and teddies.
Then one day she smelt something delicious so he went to investigate and she saw a cake with icing it looked delicious. A cat was very scared. So, Joan got a chair and pushed it all the way to the bench where the cake is now. She started to eat the cake. She took a little bite but she liked it so she took a bigger bite. Then she got caught.
She is going to get a cone on her head because she hurt her leg. Then she started to be good and gave all the stuff that she took back to them. Then she could join movie night.
My favourite part is when she fell off the chair because I fall off chairs all the time.
I recommend this book for preps and higher because it’s a funny book to read to young kids.
​I rate this book a 10/10.

Reviewed by Rayne H-S. BPS

This book is about a dog named Joan that’s in a cone and a dog that has good days and has bad days.
I loved the book. I liked in the story when she gave all the stuff back. It gave me the warm and fuzzies.
I would recommend this book for kindergarten to grade two, because it would be a good story to listen to while eating and for fun.
​I would rate this book 10/10, because it’s a hilarious book. It is also a lovely story.

Reviewed by Nola H-B. BPS

The book is about Joan a dog who ruins Louise's birthday party by eating Louise's birthday cake by climbing onto a chair. But then she falls off the table, and she hurts her leg. So now she has to wear a cone.
Joan feels bad for what she did, so she gives back all the things she has stolen. She has stolen undies, toys, food, plates and bowls.
The main characters in the story are Joan the Dog and Louise the girl.
I loved the book. My favorite part of this book was when Joan gave back all the stuff that she had stolen because it was funny that she had stolen so much stuff.
I would recommend this book for kindergarten kids to grade 4 because it is a nice and easy read and the illustrations are beautiful.
I rate this book 10/10.

Baby-Sitters Little Sister #4: Karen's Kittycat Club by Ann M. Martin

Reviewed by Rayne H-S. BPS

The book is about a little girl named Karen who starts to do a cat sitting club. The main characters are Karen Brewer, Amanda Delaney, and Hannie Papadakis.
The story is set at Karen’s dad’s house (the big house), at school and at Karen’s mum’s house.
Karen’s friend, Nancy, wants to join. When they work together, they start to argue.
I like the book because the cats are so cute and because Karen had a great idea to start a cat sitting club.
I recommend this book for grade 3 and up because it is a longer graphic novel and there is some tricky words.
​I rate this book 10/10 stars.

Old Tom by Leigh Hobs

Reviewed by Nola H-B. BPS

The book is about a cat called Tom who is a very very naughty and embarrassing cat. His owner is called Angela Throgmorton.
One day Angela gets sick of Old Tom so she kicks him out.
I liked the book because it’s funny and I like all of the things Tom gets up to. I also like that Angela gets so annoyed at Tom, it makes me giggle.
I would recommend this book for all ages as it is such an enjoyable book.
​I rate this book 10/10.

Pablo and Splash: Frozen in Time by Sheena Dempsey

Reviewed by Nola H-B. BPS

The book is about two penguin friends who go to see the professor and her time machine under the ice. The time machine is angry at the professor. So, he sends her back 100,000 years ago to the ice-age.
The two penguins go on an adventure to save her.
I liked this book because it is funny that Splash is so adventurous and Pablo just wants to stay home. I also liked the illustrations.
I recommend this book for grade 3s up to grade 5s because it is an easy read.
​I rate this book 10/10.

Soccer Rules the World by Simon Mugford

Reviewed by Jacob V. SCPS

I love this book because it is non-fiction and it talks about all different soccer players and their stats and what position they play in.
I recommend this book for people that are interested in soccer and ages 8 to 15.
​I give it 10/10

Destination Moon by Richard Maurer

Reviewed by Samantha M. SCPS

I loved this so much because it showed the true story behind Apollo 11.
In my opinion I feel like this would be a great book to read from grade 7 to any ages cause its very informational and interesting. The reason why I suggest grade 7 is the youngest to read it is because it has some stuff about war and Adolf Hitler.
​I would rate this book 9/10 I quite enjoyed it!

The Wild Robot by Peter Brown

Reviewed by Gurfateh S. DPS

In this story there is a robot that crashed into a wild island then a group of otters opened the robot's box.
The robot's name is Roz, and she went into the woods and found a bear cave when suddenly two bears came out and chased Roz into a pine tree that was covered in sticky goo.
Over time, Roz learns to become less like a robot and more like the creatures around her.
Although the story was good, I didn't really like it because I prefer books that have lots of pictures in them.
I would recommend it to kids in grade 4 and over because it is entertaining and makes sense to read.
​I would still rate it a 9/10 even though it wasn't my favourite because there is also a movie made about it.

Piranhas Don't Eat Bananas by Aaron Blabey

Reviewed by Jesse C. MRPS

​This book is about a piranha that is the opposite to the other piranhas.
He rathers fruits and veg than human body parts.
He bribes the others to eat a fruit platter. After that they say that they still rather human body parts.
I recommend this book to children that like funny books.
​I rate this book an 8/10

Funny Kid for President by Matt Stanton

Reviewed by Mitchell M. MRPS

This was a funny book about Max going for class president and gets sabotaged by his teacher.
I thought the interview about the poo was funny. ”Smelt it you dealt it”.
I also liked the humor in the text.
I recommend this book to Treehouse fans and Diary of a Wimpy Kid fans.
​I rate this book 10/10. It’s so funny.

Brindabella by Ursula Dubosarsky

Reviewed by Elly M. MRPS

This book is about how a boy rescues a baby joey and how she wanted to go and live in the wild and she did.
One night Pender (the little boy) heard two gunshots and he and his dog went to see if Brindabella was okay. In the mix of everything happening the dog was shot.
I really enjoyed this book because the book had heaps of action and I am a huge action fan.
I really liked how the author used pictures to help me visualise what was happening.
Overall I rate this book a 9/10.

Dog Man #3: A Tale of Two Kitties by Dav Pilkey

Reviewed by Kane H. DPS

Another Dog Man story...This time there is a bad guy called Petey the evil cat, who breaks out of jail and clones himself, creating a child that they call Lil Petey.
Petey tries to convince him to be evil, but Lil Petey has a pure heart and becomes friends with Dog Man when he tries to abandon him.
I like this book because it has funny chapter names, is action packed and has heaps of suspense!
This book is perfect for 5 year olds and above because it is a great book and is COMEDY GOLD!
​This is a 10/10.

Dog Man #6: Brawl of the Wild by Dav Pilkey

Reviewed by Nixon T. SCPS

This book is about a lot of different characters. They are Dog Man, Petey, lil Petey, the three fleas and more.
This story is about three fleas trying to frame Dog Man for crimes. One of the crimes is stealing clothes so they can look like Dog Man while being in a robot and then they rob the pet store so the police looked at the cameras and thought it was Dog Man, so Dog Man was in jail.
Dog Man's friends lil Petey and 80 HD came in a helicopter to the dog prison to save Dog Man. All of the dogs were pulling their waste up an 80 mile hill to sell it to the fertilizer plant and while they were doing it 80 HD then cut off the chain and opened his mouth and told all of the dogs to get in his mouth then 80 HD got in the helicopter and all the dogs were free but while they were doing that the three fleas were still on the loose.
Chief took Dog Man to the movie they made about him but then the three fleas came and caused chaos. The three fleas were about do then they tried to use the living spray and spray it on things so they would fight Dog Man and lil Petey but then Dog Man grabbed the living spray and put it on the scissors and the scissors chased away the three fleas and they never seen them again.
I think this book is for kids aged 7-12. It is a very good book if you like action, comics or laughs.
​I rate it 10/10

Reviewed by Kane H. DPS

Dog Man got pranked in this story. The police thought Dog Man was a thief and came to take him to the pound. He was left, forced to think he was a misfit.
Chief and Dog Man's friends help him to break out.
I liked this book because it is funny and the action went back and forth.
It is perfect for 5 year old's and up because it is action packed, funny and awesome!
​This book is a 10/10.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid #5: The Ugly Truth by Jeff Kinney

Reviewed by Maxwell S. DPS

This book is about the kids Greg and Rowley who are no longer friends. Greg goes through lots of different things at school trying to make friends and tells a lot of lies. He doesn't want to admit that he did it (he did!) so tries to get away with it, lying until the parents find out and he ends up grounded for 3 weeks.
In the end he tries to make changes to finally make it up to them.
This story connected with my personal life because I have sometimes made a lie to get away with something.
I loved all the details in this story but the title could be a bit better.
I would recommend 'The Bad Lie' because the story changes when he makes a lie. 
I think it is pretty hard to say who I would recommend this book to but possibly 5-9 year olds because lying is bad for people and it could accidentally change someone's mind to start lying.
I love the book and would say a 9.75/10 because it is super funny and makes me laugh every time I read it!

Esio Trot by Roald Dahl

Reviewed by Steven G. DPS

In this story a very, very shy old man decides he likes a grandma who lives under his balcony but he was too shy to ever talk to her. Whenever he wanted to say a word his courage would disappear.
The grandma has a turtle that never seems to grow, so the nice, kind and thoughtful man keeps swapping the turtle out for a bigger one with out her realising, trying to make her think it is growing. She was ecstatic, excited and heart-warmed.
I liked this book because it reminds me of when I am about to ask my dad to buy me robux but I am too shy just like the old man.
This book is perfect for 5 and up because it has easy words, has pictures and is comedy gold.
​I rate it 9/10!

Watts & Whiskerton: Buried Bones and Troublesome Treasure by Meg McLaren

Reviewed by Maryam W. DPS

This book is about a dog and a cat whose names are Pearl and Watts. Someone is ruining Pearl's roses and stealing dinosaur bones from the museum.
Watts is a great detective and they find a suspect and attempt to solve the crime.
​I liked this book because it had creative problems, illustrations and more adventures than it seems. It is the perfect book for 10 year olds and older and I would rate it an 8/10.

Wolf Girl #1: Into the Wild by Anh Do

Reviewed by Tilly W. DPS

This book was so interesting! I could not put it down!
There is a little girl who lost her family in a forest because of a war where everyone ran to be safe.
While she was in the forest she finds a wolf, a bunch of dogs and an eagle. Then she realises she has interesting skills.
I love it because it is an adventure in a book!
I recommend it to kids who like mysteries.
I would rate it a 7/10.

Reviewed by Isabella S. BuniPs

This book is about a girl who is lost in woods because of a natural disaster and losing her parents.
When wandering in the woods she made new friends that are dogs.
I think only people with imagination should read this.
I rate this book 9/10.

Dog Man #6: Brawl of the Wild by Dav Pilkey

Reviewed by Kane H. DPS 

This is one of the Dog Man stories.
Petey the evil cat turned into paper and hypnotises a wizard. The wizard sprayed him with water so Petey folded the paper into a fan and flapped the wizard in the face. Dog Man tries to stop him.
I liked this book because it is funny and full of action but just a little bit sad.
It would be good for 5 year old's and above because it is the perfect combination of action, comedy and sadness.
This is a 10/10.

WeirDo# 11: Splashy Weird! by Anh Do

Reviewed by Kane H. DPS

This story is about a kid whose first name is Weir, second name Do. He was not looking forward to the swimming carnival and he tried to get out of it by faking limping, an ear infection and more.
I loved it because it was really funny and when he got into the finals it reminded me of when I got into the next round of athletics at Llanberris.
This book is great for 5 year olds and above.
I rate this 10/10.

Pig the Grub by Aaron Blabey 

Reviewed by Kaleb M. DPS

Pig is a dog that is always mean and greedy, but in this story he is filthy. He refuses to take a bath and get clean.
I like how Pig changed in the end and realised that maybe he should stop being so silly.
This book would be great for younger kids to read because it rhymes and has great illustrations.
​I rate it a 7.5/10 because it is awesome but not my favourite Pig the Pug book.

Once Upon a Dream by Liz Braswell

Reviewed by Ivy F. DPS

A princess has fallen into a dark sleep however the prince can't save her. Like in the typical story he tries to give her a kiss but it doesn't work because Maleficent has put her into magical DARK sleep.
Sometimes stories don't always have a happy ending.
I liked this book because it was heart-breaking and a real tearjerker. I just loved the sadness and the twist that had taken place.
I would recommend this to children 10 and up because it was just right for me and it was an amazing story.
It has a scary twist about Sleeping Beauty never waking up again.
I would give this book a 10/10because I loved the twist. It was a wacky story and just amazing!

Mr Stink by David Walliams

Reviewed by Charlotte J. SCPS

Mr Stink is a pretty good book and David Walliams is a pretty good author . Mr Stink is a smelly man. Mr Stink lives on a bench after his house fell down and when his wife died and he bathes in ponds.
The man meets a nice, beautiful little girl named Chloe, and her mum is very mean and when Chloe and Mr Stink met for the very first time they had became friends.
Chloe doesn't tell anyone because her parents wouldn't allow it and to be kind she lets Mr Stink sleep in the shed.
I learnt that if someone is poor a kind thing to do is to help them give shelter and and always give money to them so then they could save up for a house and food and water.
This book is probably for people who are eight and to people who are under twelve and who are twelve.
I rate this book 10/10 because I like the happy ending and that I like the authors type of stile that he writes. 

Gross Factopia by Paige Towler

Reviewed by Whyatt F. DPS

Imagine a book full of unbelievable facts and every time you read it each fact tickles your funny bone.
I couldn't believe how many disgusting facts there are to learn about.
I loved this book because of how unusually interesting it was and think it would be great for children in grade 4 and up.
​This book is an 8.7/10 and you should definitely read it. It will surprise your mind!

Little People, Big Dreams: Jane Austen by Maria Isabella Sanchez Vegara 

Reviewed by Fletcher P. MRPS

Jane was born in a family with lots of people.
At at a young age she loved reading writing. Her mum and dad got her a notebook and she wrote while she was moving to a secret place in her dad‘s work with other people that knew that it was illegal and they got found will they make it out alive?
I didn’t like this book because it was a bit sad.
I would recommend this book for people who like learning about different olden day people.
I rate this book a 3/10 because it was a bit sad and unpleasant to read.

Little People, Big Dreams: Frida Kahlo by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara

Reviewed by Fletcher P. MRPS

Frida Kahlo always was sick at school. This made Frida's legs end up skinny. Frida love painting when she was sick.
She met a famous painter, then she showed her painting in New York.
I like this book because it’s really interesting I’d recommend this book for people who just to learn about different types of people and there journey of their life.
I would write this book a 8 out of 10

Pokemon: All Fired Up by Jennifer L. Johnson

Reviewed by Yeveen W. DPS

The main character Ash is out battling to become the greatest Pokémon trainer. He needed to leave his Charizard because it was too weak and couldn't take on the Charicific Valley. The owner Lisa kept him so that he was able to get stronger.
I liked this book because it has pictures that are from the real show.
I think this book would be good for 8 year olds or higher as well as people who really like other Pokémon stories.
​This is a 9/10.

Ninja Kid #1 by Anh Do

Reviewed by Cooper W. DPS

A boy called Nelson all of a sudden woke up one morning and realised he was a ninja. He saw a scary, black and spooky spider jump at him and he was able to dodge it.
It is an action-packed book with lots of adventures while he discovers his skills.
I liked this story because I wish I could wake up one day and be a ninja who could dodge gross insects.
This book would be best for 5 year olds and over because it includes a few drawings and mostly easy words.
​I rate this book a 10/10 because it is unbelievably hilarious!

Mega Monster by David Walliams

Reviewed by Louise R. MRPS

Mega monster is a really funny and interesting book. This book is a book about a girl named Larker who is an orphan and gets sent to a “school” far away from land on an abandoned island.
The threatening school is called The Cruel School.
Though she fights devastating activities, nothing will stop her from fighting for her freedom.
I would recommend this book for people 5+ because the news and actions in this book can be overwhelming and very surprising things that you didn’t expect.
I would give this book a 9/10.

I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005 by Lauren Tarshis 

Reviewed by Maddison Q. BuniPs

I liked how the main character didn’t give up even when everything was falling apart.
The story was easy to read and not boring at all. Some parts were sad but it kept me interested the whole time.
Honestly one of the better I Survived books I’ve read.
​I give it a 7/10.

Mr Wolf's Class by Aron Nels Steinke

Reviewed by Maddison Q. BuniPS

I really liked Mr. Wolf's Class because it was funny and easy to read. The pictures made the story more exciting and helped me understand what was happening.
My favourite character was Mr. Wolf because he was nice to the students and tried to help everyone.
I give it 10/10.

HotDog! #19: Detective Time! by Anh Do

Reviewed by Isabella S. BuniPS

This book is about Hotdog and his friends went on a trip in a train and when they gotten on the train they saw a diamond but the next they someone stolen it and then Hotdog and his friends went to investigate.
I think funny people should read it.
I will rate this book 9/10.

Ronaldo Rules by Simon Mugford

Reviewed by Ted D. DPS

This book is about Cristiano Ronaldo's career, his life goals and what he has achieved in his lifetime.
There are facts like his date of birth and a bunch of other things about him.
I like this book because it taught me a bunch of fun facts about Ronaldo and it made me as interested as a cat playing with fur.
It would be great for 5 year old's and older but especially soccer fans. You should read it!
​It's a solid 8/10.

Reviewed by Oliver C. MRPS

“Who is the best footballer in the world?”. Of course it’s out of Ronaldo and Messi, but in this unimpeachable story it was the famous Ronaldo.
This book also tells you some amazing facts, stories and stats, but also a lot about his interesting life that he doesn’t usually say to the whole world about.
I learnt in his younger years he was very poor and couldn’t afford most things but now he is one of the richest people in the world. This taught me that you have to work hard to make your dream come true just like Ronaldo did.
​I’m not a big soccer fan but that was the best book I’ve read so far that’s why this book deserves 10/10.

There was an Old Lady who Swallowed a Meerkat by P. Crumble

Reviewed by Whyatt F. DPS

An old lady makes the unusual choice to swallow a meerkat and then ends up swallowing an owl, hyena, lion, ape, and hippo, but her clothes can't handle it. RIP! I
loved this book because it is interesting, hysterical and had me giggling in my seat.
It would be best for 4 year olds and up but they might need some help to read it all.
​I give it a 8.6/10 rating.

James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl

Reviewed by Charlotte J. SCPS

James and the Giant Peach is a good book by Roald Dahl.
There is a boy named James and he lived with his parents, but his parents died from an angry rhino.
Then there were these evil aunts named Aunt Sponge and Aunt Spiker and a man gave him magic crocodile tongues and they moved through the ground and into a peach tree and grew a giant peach.
There were these critters named Old Green Grasshopper, Centipede, Miss Spider, Silkworm , Glow Worm, Earthworm and Ladybird.
I liked when they were away from Aunt Spiker and Aunt Sponge because there were lots of little problems and they solved them.
This book should be for seven to twelve year old's.
I rate this book 8/10, because I think it needed to be a bit more interesting.

Tom Gates #11: Zombies Rule (For Now) by Liz Pichon

Reviewed by Abby A. MRPS

In this Tom Gates book, Tom and the band try to make Dog Zombies the best band ever! They try everything from writing new songs to making a new music video. These tasks are even harder for Tom who offered to help look after a friend’s pet hamster, who won’t be quiet at night and keeps Tom awake.
Tom’s school has a thing called Shake and Wake where every class gets a chance to learn a routine to music and then teach it to the school. Tom and the band are in for a huge surprise when their class surprises them by doing a routine to their new Dog Zombies song. Maybe Dog Zombies really do rule?!
I absolutely loved the music and band aspect of this Tom Gates book as I love all things music.
I recommend this book to ages 8-12 because it is a longer read.
I like how engaging and colourful the front cover is.
​I rate it an 8/10.

Sweet Valley Twins #1: Best Friends by Nicole Andelfinger and Francine Pascal

Reviewed by Abby A. MRPS

The book Sweet Valley Twins: Best Friends is about 2 twins called Elizabeth and Jessica.
Elizabeth loves writing, learning and is starting a 6th grade newspaper. Jessica on the other hand lie talking about boys, clothes and is trying to get into the popular group at school.
They both end up feeling upset about not doing anything together anymore, but along the way learn that differences are ok.
I liked that the book taught me that it’s ok to be different and that I don’t have to be the same as the next person in line.
I recommend it to ages 8-12 being a graphic novel the pictures would appeal and engage the younger end of the age range.
​I give it a 8.5/10.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid #6: Cabin Fever by Jeff Kinney

Reviewed by Batel J. SCPS

This fictional story is about a kid named Gregory and his mate Rowley.
​Greg loves drummies above everything but he could only have them during the holiday bazaar at school, and when he haves them he only gets a few due to the price.
When he went grocery shopping he saw something shocking. What was is it? I highly recommend this book to ages 7+.I rate this book a 10/10 cause it was full of surprises.

The Very Itchy Bear by Nick Bland

Reviewed by Aiden G. WPS

There was a bear and a flea, and the flea bit the bear to say hello. But the bear didn’t see it that way. So, he tried to get the flea off.
When he got the flea off the bear didn’t want to be lonely, so he became the flea’s friend, and they never went anywhere without each other.
This book is kid friendly and there is very little writing so it could be read quickly. I would recommend it for children 5-10.
I think the book was a bit kiddish for me but still good.

The Dog on the Tuckerbox by Corinne Fenton

Reviewed by Matilda P. WPS

Every day Lady would sit on the tucker box she would follow Bill’s instructions and herd up the bullocks.
Lady and Bill went to the neighbouring home steads, and the children were always pleased to see her.
Bill reached for the tucker box and said to Lady stay on watch as Bill left and never came back.
This is a book where the illustrations show the hard life of a farmer and the sadness of losing a friend.
In 1932 a monument of a dog sitting on a tucker box was erected five miles from Gundagai.
I recommend this book for children 8-15 years of age.
I rate this book 10/10 because it tells me how compassionate and loyal that dog was to his owner by sitting on the tucker box waiting for her owner who never came back and how amazing dogs can be.

Sunday Chutney by Aaron Blabey

Reviewed by Jaxon B. WPS

The main character is Sunday Chutney who gets into all sorts of trouble at different schools.
I think a strength about this book is Sunday Chutney doesn’t care about all the problems.  It made me feel happy because I know what it is like to make friends in new places. Life is challenging sometimes and it helps to be carefree and give a big smile just like Sunday Chutney.
​I recommend this book 5+ because the text is about 1 centimeter large.
I rate it 9/10 because her life is like mine and I have the same dream. A monster truck.

Alpacas with Maracas by Matt Cosgrove

Reviewed by Konah G. WPS

This story is about two alpacas who are pals one called Macca the other is Al. They tried to find a trick that they could do, but nothing worked other than maracas.
In this book the author could’ve added a harder problem to figure out the solution to the alpacas musical problem.
​The book is funny it rhymes a lot, the rhymes are funny and silly.
This book could be compared to The Very Itchy Bear because both books are similar in writing, and are funny and silly.
I recommend 4+years, because it is really funny and the pictures are ridiculous and funny. It’s a good book to read for kids 4+ years because little kids might not understand what they're saying. It rhymes a lot and its very humorous.
The author Matt Cosgrove also made Worst Week Ever, and the entire Alpaca book series.
I give it 8.5/10 because the book was very entertaining. My opinion Alpaca with Maracas is a page-turner. 

Ella Diaries #29: Wedding Belles by Meredith Costain

Reviewed by Charlotte J. SCPS

This is a book about an eight year old girl named Ella and she has a diary that she writes in everyday at different times of the day.
Her mum's best friend when she was little, which Ella her sister Olivia and Ella's brother Max call Aunty Belle, is having a wedding and Ella and Olivia are flower girls and Max is the ring-bearing page boy.
One week after Belle's wedding Zoe and Ella get something called the twisters, which is a gymnastics thing, and Ella has a staring role but her EXTREMLY rude ENEMY Princess Peach is gonna be there.
On Tuesday her teacher Miss Weiss had to tell her to stop daydreaming.
I like when I saw the wedding photo album because the dress looked beautiful and also I liked the shiny eyes.
I rate this book 10/10 because I liked the end bit with the wedding I like Ella Diaries. I learnt love is lovely and is romantic .

George's Marvellous Medicine by Roald Dahl

Reviewed by Elias W. MRPS

George's grandma is an old horrible mean grandma. She makes George her slave.
One day George got sick of her behaviour, so he makes her a special medicine and gives it to her. What did George do to his grandma? She changed...
I didn't really like this book it got really boring reading it.
It is best suited for eight years old and plus.
I would rate this book a 4/10. 

Bug Scouts #2: Camp Out

Reviewed by Isabella S. BuniPS

This book is about a bunch of bugs who went out camping and helped each other out.
I think anyone should read this book.
I rate it 8/10.

Watch Your Back by Sue Wallman

Reviewed by Abby A. MRPS

Watch your back features Kara. It’s a new school year and Kara won’t have her best friend Eden by her side. Eden is too obsessed with her new boyfriend Will.
Kara makes friends with Romilly and starts hanging out with her and that's when things get interesting. Romilly is known as the weird freak at school that everyone avoids.
The more Kara hangs out with Romilly the more weird things happen. There’s an attack on Kara’s dad, her phone and screen writing book are stolen and so much more!
Who is the culprit behind all these weird incidents? And will everyone make it out ok?
I loved the plot behind this book and the fact that it keeps you guessing.
I recommend it for ages 10-15 as it’s a bit more mature.
​I give it an 8/10 as its really engaging.

All Your Wishes by Laura Sieveking

Reviewed by Abby A. MRPS

All your wishes is a book about teenager Piper whose life is crazy as her parents are both Hollywood stars.
Piper is sick of all the attention, flashes from the paparazzi cameras, limos and everything that comes with being in the spotlight. She just wants to be a normal teenager and go to a normal school, with normal friends. Piper also wishes her parents were still together as they broke up.
So when her mum suggests that Piper goes to stay with her childhood friends Cooper and Chloe and experience a somewhat normal life Piper jumps at the opportunity.
When Piper starts at her new school with Cooper and Chloe there is a popular group who sits at the lush bench and apparently the hottest guy on the bench, Cruz, takes a liking to Piper.
Piper just wants to have a normal life will her secret stay safe or will one of the popular girls expose her secret?
I liked this book because I found it interesting to see the view of someone in the spotlight and how sometimes things aren’t as good as they may seem.
I recommend it to ages 10-13.
I rate it 8/10 as it was engaging.