This week I began reading Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer and Hey World, Here I Am! by Jean Little. I'm not very far in either book, but Into Thin Air seems good. All poetry books make me want to cry, so I assume I won't like Hey World, Here I Am!
My least favorite character I've read this year is Lord Voldemort from the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling. He enjoys murdering many, many people with his magical powers and his wand. He casts spells and makes people die very, very hard. He killed Cedric Diggory in the 4th book and makes Harry very sad. I've never read the 7th book, but I hear that Harry makes Voldemort suffer. That makes me super duper happy.
My favorite character I've read this year is without a doubt Timothy from the glorious book "The Cay" by Theodore Taylor. Timothy is a very wonderful man who happens to be black. He ends up stranded on an island with a young boy named Phillip who happens to be white. Even though Phillip is mean to Timothy because he's black, Timothy shows Phillip love and encouragement. This kindness is one of the many reasons Timothy is my favorite character. Another reason he's my favorite is his use of ridiculous phrases, such as "young bahhs" or "the tempis." The tempis is a horrible storm the killed my hero!!! :'( Even though Timothy is gone, his spirit lives on.
So far, I have read 34 books and after I finish my current books, I'll have 37. Also, as a side note, I would like to ask all of my loyal followers to stop tomorrow and welcome back to school my good friend Kiebag. He has been missed.
Monday, May 9, 2011
Monday, May 2, 2011
5/2/11
This week I read Rip Van Winkle and Other Stories by Washington Irving. To be honest, I really didn't like it much at all. The stories weren't very interesting. Also, it would be difficult for me to think of actors to portray characters for parts in any of the short stories. Instead, I will use the wonderful book The Cay by Theodore Taylor.
There aren't many characters in the book. There are only 5 that could be cast. Timothy would be portrayed by Samuel L. Jackson because he is serious, but kind. Also, they are both large men. Phillip would be played by either the kid from the "Greatest Freakout Ever" video series, because he would be able to scream at Timothy well, or Ralph Macchio from The Karate Kid and The Outsiders, because he can play people who do the impossible. Phillip's father would be played by Jim Caviezel. This is because he portrayed Jesus Christ in one the the greatest films of all time, The Passion of the Christ. If you can play the son of God, then the father of a boy lost at sea isn't much of a challenge. The role of Phillip's mother would be played by Sandra Bullock. This is because she was very good in The Blind Side in the role of a mother. Finally, Stew Cat would be portrayed by the cat from Sabrina the Teenage Witch. That cat could talk, and that would add an interesting element to the role.
So far I have read 34 books. I still need 3 Informational and 3 Poetry. Hopefully Nick will give me Into Thin Air. If anyone could recommend a poetry book that is less than 70 pages, I would be very happy. Also, FEED KYLE'S TROLLZ!!!
There aren't many characters in the book. There are only 5 that could be cast. Timothy would be portrayed by Samuel L. Jackson because he is serious, but kind. Also, they are both large men. Phillip would be played by either the kid from the "Greatest Freakout Ever" video series, because he would be able to scream at Timothy well, or Ralph Macchio from The Karate Kid and The Outsiders, because he can play people who do the impossible. Phillip's father would be played by Jim Caviezel. This is because he portrayed Jesus Christ in one the the greatest films of all time, The Passion of the Christ. If you can play the son of God, then the father of a boy lost at sea isn't much of a challenge. The role of Phillip's mother would be played by Sandra Bullock. This is because she was very good in The Blind Side in the role of a mother. Finally, Stew Cat would be portrayed by the cat from Sabrina the Teenage Witch. That cat could talk, and that would add an interesting element to the role.
So far I have read 34 books. I still need 3 Informational and 3 Poetry. Hopefully Nick will give me Into Thin Air. If anyone could recommend a poetry book that is less than 70 pages, I would be very happy. Also, FEED KYLE'S TROLLZ!!!
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
4/26/11
This week I read 1984 by George Orwell. I liked the book very much. The songs that I believe make sense to go with the book are:
1. "The Imperial March" by John Williams (not J-Dubs) whenever Big Brother is mentioned. It could also be accompanied by a scream or a troll call.
2. " Down With the Sickness (the version without dirty words)" by Disturbed when Winston realizes writing in his diary doesn't relieve his anger and wants to yell naughty words. That song is very angry.
3. "Hello" by Lionel Richie when Winston sees Julia around and eventually she gives him a note saying "I Love You"
4. "Changes (the version without multiple cusses)" by Tupac Shakur when O'Brien brainwashes Winston into loving Big Brother.
After this week, I have read 33 books. I need 3 poetry books (:'( no me gusta los libros de poetry), 1 classic book, and 3 informational books. Pleaseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee someone recommend a wonderful book to me.
Sincerely,
Tyler "Mr Van Daan" Azar
P.S. FEED KYLE'S TROLLZ!!!!! THEY'LL DIE IF THEY DON'T FEAST!!!!!!!!!!!! LIKE THE WAY THEY DIED IN THE GREAT TROLL BATTLE OF APRIL 20, 2011!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
1. "The Imperial March" by John Williams (not J-Dubs) whenever Big Brother is mentioned. It could also be accompanied by a scream or a troll call.
2. " Down With the Sickness (the version without dirty words)" by Disturbed when Winston realizes writing in his diary doesn't relieve his anger and wants to yell naughty words. That song is very angry.
3. "Hello" by Lionel Richie when Winston sees Julia around and eventually she gives him a note saying "I Love You"
4. "Changes (the version without multiple cusses)" by Tupac Shakur when O'Brien brainwashes Winston into loving Big Brother.
After this week, I have read 33 books. I need 3 poetry books (:'( no me gusta los libros de poetry), 1 classic book, and 3 informational books. Pleaseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee someone recommend a wonderful book to me.
Sincerely,
Tyler "Mr Van Daan" Azar
P.S. FEED KYLE'S TROLLZ!!!!! THEY'LL DIE IF THEY DON'T FEAST!!!!!!!!!!!! LIKE THE WAY THEY DIED IN THE GREAT TROLL BATTLE OF APRIL 20, 2011!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Yeeeeaaaahhhhh!!!!
Books. Books. Books Books Books Books. Books. Books. Books Books Books Books.Books. Books. Books Books Books Books.
Everrryyyboddyyy!!!!!
Monday, April 18, 2011
4/18/11
This week I read A Day No Pigs Would Die by Robert Newton Peck. I really didn't enjoy it all that much. I felt that the book was sort of boring.
This book is all about a young Shaker named Rob. He works on the family farm with his father, Haven Peck. He also attends class. He delivers a neighbor's cow's babies and saves one's life. For this, the neighbor gives him a pig that he grows to have an unusually strong bond with. What makes this book bearable is the fact that it's only 130 pages. The premise of this book is literally a boy loving his dad and pig. I just didn't like it.
If I was forced to meet one character from this book, I think I'd meet the pig. Not because the pig was cool, but because none of the other characters were interesting at all. Questions I would ask the pig would be:
1. Q: What was it like to win 1st prize at the fair?
A: It was very enjoyable. I liked the ribbon I won.
2. Q: Did you like your original owner or Rob better?
A: I loved Rob. That is, until....
3. Q: What were the other animals like?
A: There weren't very many other animals but they were nice
4. Q: Did it hurt to be beaten nearly to death but not completely dead so you could feel your best friend holding you down while his father sliced you into pieces? I'm assuming it sucked.
A: It was horrible. My best friend killed me. :(
After reading that dreadful book, I've read 32 books. I need 3 more poetry anthologies, 2 more classics, and 3 more informational books. If anyone could help me out, I'd appreciate it.
P.S. FEED KYLE'S TROLLS
This book is all about a young Shaker named Rob. He works on the family farm with his father, Haven Peck. He also attends class. He delivers a neighbor's cow's babies and saves one's life. For this, the neighbor gives him a pig that he grows to have an unusually strong bond with. What makes this book bearable is the fact that it's only 130 pages. The premise of this book is literally a boy loving his dad and pig. I just didn't like it.
If I was forced to meet one character from this book, I think I'd meet the pig. Not because the pig was cool, but because none of the other characters were interesting at all. Questions I would ask the pig would be:
1. Q: What was it like to win 1st prize at the fair?
A: It was very enjoyable. I liked the ribbon I won.
2. Q: Did you like your original owner or Rob better?
A: I loved Rob. That is, until....
3. Q: What were the other animals like?
A: There weren't very many other animals but they were nice
4. Q: Did it hurt to be beaten nearly to death but not completely dead so you could feel your best friend holding you down while his father sliced you into pieces? I'm assuming it sucked.
A: It was horrible. My best friend killed me. :(
After reading that dreadful book, I've read 32 books. I need 3 more poetry anthologies, 2 more classics, and 3 more informational books. If anyone could help me out, I'd appreciate it.
P.S. FEED KYLE'S TROLLS
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Monday, April 11, 2011
Role Models
You'll never guess where I just was! I was hanging out with Quay and Wiz at a farm! I took this picture of my two idols. Check it out
4/11/11
This week I read A Series of Unfortunate Events: The Wide Window by Lemony Snicket and What Would Joey Do? by Jack Gantos. I really enjoyed The Wide Window, but I didn't like What Would Joey Do?
In What Would Joey Do? the main character is Joey Pigza, a boy who has ADD. He is very realistic because he seems to act exactly like a boy with ADD. Jack Gantos obviously researched the tendencies of children with ADD. However, even though Joey is realistic, I really didn't enjoy the book. The entire story is about Joey trying to make friends with a blind girl to please his grandmother. All in all, it just wasn't a great book.
In The Wide Window, the three very unfortunate Baudelaire siblings go to stay with their Aunt Josephine, who is afraid of everything in her house. The Baudelaires are not very realistic because they are all mature and quick thinking than a 14 year old, 12 year old, and 1 year old could ever be in real life. Nonetheless, the book was really interesting and easy to read. I would recommend it to anyone, especially Nick Mical and Drake Dorian.
I would have to say my favorite book I've read so far is either Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury or The Giver by Lois Lowry. Both books kept me interested throughout and were thought provoking. Also, they were both page turners and easy to read. I would recommend either of them. So far, I have 31 books done. Also, I need poetry books, historical fiction books, classics, or informational books. Thanks guys ;)
P.S. DID YOU SEE QUAY HANNA TODAY?!?!?!?!?!?!?! QUAY<3333333333333333
In What Would Joey Do? the main character is Joey Pigza, a boy who has ADD. He is very realistic because he seems to act exactly like a boy with ADD. Jack Gantos obviously researched the tendencies of children with ADD. However, even though Joey is realistic, I really didn't enjoy the book. The entire story is about Joey trying to make friends with a blind girl to please his grandmother. All in all, it just wasn't a great book.
In The Wide Window, the three very unfortunate Baudelaire siblings go to stay with their Aunt Josephine, who is afraid of everything in her house. The Baudelaires are not very realistic because they are all mature and quick thinking than a 14 year old, 12 year old, and 1 year old could ever be in real life. Nonetheless, the book was really interesting and easy to read. I would recommend it to anyone, especially Nick Mical and Drake Dorian.
I would have to say my favorite book I've read so far is either Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury or The Giver by Lois Lowry. Both books kept me interested throughout and were thought provoking. Also, they were both page turners and easy to read. I would recommend either of them. So far, I have 31 books done. Also, I need poetry books, historical fiction books, classics, or informational books. Thanks guys ;)
P.S. DID YOU SEE QUAY HANNA TODAY?!?!?!?!?!?!?! QUAY<3333333333333333
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