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September: Roald Dahl: Recommended Reading

2009-09-08T14:54:00.022+01:00

This month's theme is writing inspired by the wonderful storyteller Roald Dahl. Below are some examples of the children's stories he's written. Have you read any of these? Tell us about your favourite Roald Dahl stories and try reading one that you've not read before.

(Please remember to check with an adult before reading books to be assured that they are suitable for your age and when visiting other websites never give out any of your personal details)

Try visiting http://www.roalddahlday.info/ and http://www.roalddahl.com/ to learn more about Roald Dahl and his stories. These sites also have lots of fun and games to explore.

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Fabulous Authors Blogging for the Quest Seekers Library Summer Reading Challenge 2009

2009-08-05T13:25:00.034+01:00

On the Quest Seeker's website you will find the 'Star Cave' where a gallery of fabulous authors & their blogs await you. Their blog entries are inspirational, amusing & interesting. Also links are offered that will answer many of your questions. The Star Cave is well worth a visit. The following is a summary of the authors you will find in the Star Cave, examples of some of the books they've written and their websites.

(Please remember to check with an adult before reading books to be assured that they are suitable for your age and when visiting other websites never give out any of your personal details)

Oliver Jeffers:

Artist, author & illustrator of inspired fiction for all ages.

http://www.oliverjeffers.com/

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Andy Stanton:

Comedian & author of comic fiction for ages 7+.

http://www.mrgum.co.uk/

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Morris Gleitzman:

Author of many popular books for a wide range of ages. He was born in the UK but now lives in Australia.

http://www.morrisgleitzman.com/

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Frank Cottrell Boyce:

Screen writer and award winning author of books for a variety of ages. 'Millions' was also made as a succesful feature film.
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Cornelia Funke:

German author who now lives in the USA, Cornelia is probably best known in the UK for her Inkheart trilogy. Inkheart, the first book in the series, is now a major Hollywood film. She writes fantasy fiction for a variety of age groups.
http://www.doublecluck.com/

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Philip Reeve:

Philip Reeve is an author and illustrator who writes for approximately 9+ but is read by children and adults alike.

http://www.mortalengines.co.uk/

http://www.larklight.com/

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Geraldine McCaughrean:
Author probably best known for her book 'Peter Pan in Scarlet' which is aimed at the 9+ age group.

http://www.geraldinemccaughrean.co.uk/

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Sophie McKenzie:

Sophie McKenzie is an award winning fiction author. She writes for the 11+ & 14+ age ranges and her fiction includes romance, thrillers and specialist/fantasy genres.
http://www.sophiemckenzie.net/

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Visit the Quest Seeker's Website to learn more about these authors and their writing.

Young Fiction Writer of the Year Competition 2009

2009-07-02T11:20:00.002+01:00

www.youngfictionwriteroftheyear.co.uk

A fiction writing competition run by Take a Break in association with National Literacy Trust.

For young people aged 8-18 years
Judged by Anthony Horowitz
Prizes include laptops, books & publication
CLOSING DATE 15th July 2009
Entries can be made by individuals or as a school group.

IMPORTANT: You need an adult to supervise & give consent if you wish to enter your writing. Never give any personal information to any website without consulting a parent/guardian.

Details of Usborne Young Writers Award 2009

2009-06-11T13:17:00.008+01:00

The Usborne Young Writers' Award 2009

To celebrate five fabulous years of Usborne Fabulous Fiction, Usborne are offering young writers the chance to write a story with a real author.

Five authors have started stories - and now they want help finishing them! The winners will receive a trip to Usborne House in London to meet all five authors, plus lots of other great prizes.

The competition is open to UK children up to and including the age of 14 on 23rd October 2009, the closing date of the award. To enter visit the Usbourne website at: http://www.usborne.co.uk/features/young_writers_award.asp?css=1

They are asking you to choose one of the story starters (shown on the competition web page)then complete the story in no more than 1000 words (excluding the story starter). See competition web page for full details of how to enter.

As always please consult with a parent or guardian before entering a competition.

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"Book Recommendation: The Spiderwick Chronicles" by Brandon H, Robartes School

2009-06-09T13:45:00.008+01:00

BOOK REVIEW

The Spiderwick Chronicles
by Holly Black & Tony DiTerlizzi

I would recommend the fantasy series The Spiderwick Chronicles to any self-respecting fantasy fan. It is a great book for pre-teens aged 9-12 and for teens from 13-15.
It is a series of books involving the Grace children; Jared and Simon who are twins, and their teenage sister Mallory.
They undergo a series of fantastical events in which they meet Thimbletack the helpful brownie, Their cat gets kidnapped by goblins, their aunt Lucinda hides a secret, Mallory is abducted by dwarfs and they face the Wrath of Mulgarath.
Look out for moderate uses of very mild language.

The books to collect are:

The Field Guide
The Seeing Stone
Lucinda's Secret
The Ironwood Tree
The Wrath of Mulgarath.

Book recommendation written by Brandon H

Age 11, Robartes School

MAY recommended books by Bodmin library manager Mr Foot

2009-05-06T09:58:00.035+01:00

Below are books recommended by Bodmin Library Manager Mr Foot that relate to this month's theme of 'CELEBRATIONS & FESTIVALS'. These books and many more can be found at Bodmin Library.
Please check with your parents or teacher before reading any of the recommended books to be sure that the book is suitable for your age. Some books may be too scary or unsuitable for younger readers.

Infants

'Grey Rabbit's May Day'
by Alison uttley

Juniors

'Stalker'

by Helen Orme

'Hanukkah'
by Jennifer Gillis

'Rama's Return'
by Lisa Bruce

'The Dancing Horse'
by Fay Sampson

'Come to the Carnival: Festival Poems'
by John Foster

Young Adult

'I See You Baby'
by Kevin Brooks & Catherine Forde

'Fiesta (n. a festive event, a carnival, a wild holiday)'
by Kate Cann

If you've read any of the above books please let us know your opinion by leaving a comment. You can do this by clicking on 'comment' below this post.

Or if you've any book recommendations on the theme of 'CELEBRATIONS & FESTIVALS' please write and share them with us. Send your writing to bodminbookworm@aol.com .

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Book recommendation - Brandon H, Robartes School, Age 11, Class 6KR

2009-04-25T13:47:00.005+01:00

The following book is suitable for around 12+. However, please check with your parents or teacher before reading any of the recommended books in order to check that the book is suitable for your age. Some books may be too scary or unsuitable for younger readers.

Blood Ties by Sophie McKenzie
A Short Review by Brandon H, Robartes School, Age 11, Class 6KR

Blood Ties is a great book. I would acknowledge every teenager-and young adult- to read it as it is an edgy thriller with thousands of twists-and-turns, and a gripping storyline. It really packs a punch for all ages (except those too young to read it or understand it) and even might get fantasy lovers to switch to the genre of thriller! I know, as that's what happened to me when I read it.
What do you think will happen? Will Theo discover his foggy past? Will Rachel discover what her father's mysterious text message, 'Goddess still in heaven' means? Will their romance stay alive? And, the most important: Will you read it?

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APRIL Recommended Reading by Bodmin Library Manager Mr Foot

2009-04-01T14:05:00.029+01:00

Below are books recommended by Bodmin Library Manager Mr Foot that relate to this month's theme of 'SPRING'. These books and many more can be found at Bodmin Library

Please check with your parents or teacher before reading any of the recommended books in order to check that the book is suitable for your age. Some books may be too scary or unsuitable for younger readers.

Picture Books

Scaredy Squirrel At the Beach - Melanie Watt

Tom’s Tree – Gillian Shields & Gemma Raynor

Measuring Angels – Lesley Ely & Polly Dunbar

Junior Fiction

Wind in the Willows – Kenneth Grahame

Alice in Wonderland – Lewis Carroll

The Secret Garden – Frances Hodgson Burnett

Young Adult

Gold of the Gods – Bear Grylls

Lobster Boy – Rodman Philbrick

Non-Fiction for All Ages

50 Gardening Projects for Kids – Clare Bradley
(newer version shown: Fun with Gardening: 50 Great Projects Kids Can Plant Themselves)

The Sunny Day Book – Jane Bull

If you've read any of the above books please let us know your opinion by leaving a comment by clicking on 'comment' below this post.

Or if you've any book recommendations on the theme of 'Spring' please write and share them with us. Send your writing to bodminbookworm@aol.com .

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MARCH RECOMMENDED READING by Bodmin Library Manager Mr Foot

2009-03-01T01:00:00.003Z

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Below are books recommended by Bodmin Library Manager Mr Foot that relate to this month's theme of 'FOOD'.These books and many more can be found at Bodmin Library
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Please check with your parents or teacher before reading any of the recommended books in order to check that the book is suitable for your age. Some books may be too scary or unsuitable for younger readers.
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Picture Books

'Burger Boy'
By Alan Durant

'Green Eggs and Ham'

By Dr Seuss

Juniors

'How To Eat Fried Worms'

By Thomas Rockwell

'Revolting Recipes' and 'Even More Revolting Recipes'

By Roald Dahl

'Shrek Cookbook'

By Guy Harvey, Lindsay Kent, Dave King

Young Adult

'Burger Wuss'

By MT Anderson

'Cooking up as Storm'

By Sam Stern

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If you've read any of the above books please let us know your opinion by leaving a comment by clicking on 'comment' below this post.

Or if you've any book recommendations on the theme of 'Food' please write and share them with us. Send your writing to bodminbookworm@aol.com

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FEBRUARY recommended reading from Bodmin Library Manager Mr Foot

2009-02-05T14:14:00.014Z

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Below are books recommended by Bodmin Library Manager Mr Foot that relate to this month's theme of 'MAGIC'.
These books and many more can be found at Bodmin Library.
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Please check with your parents or teacher before reading any of the recommended books in order to check that the book is suitable for your age. Some books may be too scary or unsuitable for younger readers.
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Any of the Worst Witch titles

by Jill Murphy

Rainbow Magic Series

by Daisy Meadows

The Magic Faraway Tree

by Enid Blyton

Puff the Magic Dragon

by Peter Yarrow

The Magic Finger

by Roald Dahl

The Magic Porridge Pot

by A Macdonald

If you've read any of the above books please write and tell us if you enjoyed them & why. Or if you've any book recommendations on the theme of 'Magic' please write and share them with us. Send your writing to bodminbookworm@aol.com

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BB recommends......January reading

2009-01-17T13:50:00.011Z

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January's theme is "Surprise and Change". BB recommends the following books to read that use this theme in their stories.

Have you read books that use the January theme? If you have please write to bodminbookworm@aol.com and share your recommendations.

Please check with your parents or teacher before reading any of the recommended books in order to check that the book is suitable for your age. Some books may be too scary or unsuitable for younger readers.

'The Very Hungry Caterpillar'
by Eric Carle
(suitable for all ages)

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'The Frog Prince'
A classic fairytale made famous by the Brothers Grimm & retold by countless writers
this version is retold by Margaret Mayo
(infants and juniors)

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The Lion the Witch and The Wardrobe
by CS Lewis
(Juniors and older)

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'Midnight for Charlie Bone'
By Jenny Nimmo
(Juniors and older)

If you've read any of these books please do let us know what you thought of them by leaving a comment. (Click on the word 'comment' found at the end of this post)

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Chance to get published in the Red House Competition

2008-12-05T09:56:00.010Z

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For all you keen writers out there between ages 9 and 17 - the Red House is running a competition.

The following is from their website http://www.redhouse.co.uk/

"Get Your Work Published!
Are you the next Anthony Horowitz, Louise Rennison, Roger McGough or even Piers Morgan? Then we want to hear from you! The Red House Young Writers' Yearbook is now celebrating it's third year with the publication of the Red House Young Writers' Yearbook 2008, which is packed with carefully selected writing from children and teenagers across the United Kingdom.
So if you're a budding author, journalist or poet, aged 17 or under, get writing as now is your chance to get your brilliant work published in the Red House Young Writers' Yearbook 2009.
Not only will the winners be published they'll get to take part in a workshop, where they'll receive tips and advice from professional writers including popular author and judge of the Yearbook, Matt Whyman.
So what are you waiting for? Get those creative juices flowing and send in your entries by the 28th May 2009!
Entries must be under 1000 words."

Their website has further information and other opportunities and fun.

****However, PLEASE ASK FOR PARENTAL PERMISSION BEFORE SHARING ANY OF YOUR DETAILS OR ENTERING INTO ANY COMPETITION. Bodmin Bookworm cannot be responsible for the content or conduct of any outside websites or their links - therefore it is essential that you obtain parental advice and permission.********

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DECEMBER RECOMMENDED READING by Bodmin Library Manager Mr Foot

2008-12-01T15:11:00.023Z

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Below are books recommended by Bodmin Library Manager Mr Foot that relate to this month's theme of 'Winter'. These books and many more can be found at Bodmin Library.

Please check with your parents or teacher before reading any of the recommended books in order to check that the book is suitable for your age. Some books may be too scary or unsuitable for younger readers.

"Stick Man"

by Julia Donaldson

(picture book)

"How the Grinch Stole Christmas"

by Dr Seuss

(picture book)

"Father Christmas Goes on Holiday"

by Raymond Briggs

(Picture book)

"Horrible Christmas"

by Terry Deary

(Junior)

"Rover Saves Christmas"

by Roddy Doyle

(Junior)

"Angels, Arguments and a Furry Merry Christmas"

by Karen McCombie

(Young Adult)

"Silent Snow, Secret Snow"

by Adele Geras

(Young Adult)

"A Christmas Carol"

by Charles Dickens

(Adult, Junior & Quickread versions available)

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NOVEMBER RECOMMENDED READING by Bodmin Library Manager Mr Foot

2008-11-04T15:57:00.013Z

Below are books recommended by Bodmin Library Manager Mr Foot that relate to this month's theme of 'History Myths and Legends'. .....

These books and many more can be found at Bodmin Library.

Infants:

"Good Knight, Sleep Tight" by David Melling (Picture Book)

Juniors:

"Arthur, High King of Britain" by Michael Morpurgo (Junior Fiction)

"The Hobbit" by JRR Tolkien (Junior Fiction)

Young Adult:

"The Once and Future King" by TH White (Young Adult)

"Tide Knot" by Helen Dunmore (Young Adult)

"Here Lies Arthur" by Philip Reeve (Young Adult)

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BB recommends.....'The Witches' by Roald Dahl

2008-10-19T15:27:00.005+01:00

Bodmin Bookworm recommends 'The Witches' by Roald Dahl.

(Suitable for approximately 8 years and over - but check with a parent/teacher)

The blurb on the back of the book reads:

"Witches really are a detestable breed. They disguise themselves as

lovely ladies, when secretly they want to squish and squelch all

the wretched children they despise. Luckily one boy and

his grandmother know how to recognise these vile creatures -but

can they get rid of them for good?"

Roald Dahl's 'The Witches' is a story full of gruesome descriptions, scary witches, adventure and lots of laughs. A great book that fits with this month's theme of 'All Things Scary'.

Have you read 'The Witches' by Roald Dahl? If you have, please write and tell us what you thought of this book by emailing bodminbookworm@aol.com. Or by leaving a comment by clicking on the 'comments' link at the end of this post.

OCTOBER RECOMMENDED READING from Bodmin Library

2008-10-14T14:10:00.016+01:00

Here are books recommended by Bodmin Library Manager Mr Foot that relate to this month's theme of 'All things Scary'.
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These books and many more can be found at Bodmin Library.

Please check with your parents or teacher before reading any of the recommended books in order to check that the book is suitable for your age. Some books may be too scary or unsuitable for younger readers.

Infants/Junior section:

'Funnybones' by Janet & allan Ahlberg

(This is one of a whole series of 'Funnybones' books that are great fun for young & old).
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For those who like their stories scary.......

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Junior Fiction Section:

'The Midnight Library' - 'Liar' by Nick Shadow.

(The Midnight Library is part of a series)

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'Beaver Towers' by Nigel Hinton

'Beaver Towers' by Nigel Hinton
(first in a series)

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Young Adult Section:
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'Midnight Games' by RL Stine

(many more frightening titles by this author)

'Blood Beast' by Darren Shan

(Darren Shan has written many more books many of
which can be found at Bodmin library)

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Bodmin library is supporting the Bodmin Bookworm. It is a great place for you to find relevant books and to access computers and the internet.Click here to access the online Cornwall Library catalogue where you will beable to search for books and access further information about the library service.

Do you have any book suggestions for this month? If so please let us know by emailing bodminbookworm@aol.com with a small book review telling us why you liked the book(s).