CRAZY ABOUT BOOKS!

Hello girls,

By Monday 27th April, I would like everyone to post up a new book review!

Keep the book reviews and the comments coming...

(Has anyone been to see the film "Marley and Me" - it is a book also!  I read the book a few years ago

and cried my eyes out, so I'm not planning on going to see the film in the cinema, I'll have to wait until

it comes out on dvd!  If anyone would like the book, let me now and I'll bring it in for you!)

Regards,

Ms O'Sullivan

Well you have all had plenty of time to read a book or two over Christmas.  Now it is time for another book review!  Please have your book review posted up by Friday 30th January.  Please make sure that you not only summarise the plot of your novel but also COMMENT on it by giving your opinions on some of the characters and themes.  Some of you are forgetting to give your own thoughts and opinions!

 Just to keep you up to date:

"Twilight" is now in the cinema and I know that some of you have read this novel already.  If you haven't read the novel, what are you waiting for!?!  If you have finished the novel and are writing a book review on it, it would be a good idea to mention the film version also.  If you have a copy of the book and are finished with it, maybe you would consider adding it to the library so others can enjoy it!

"Slumdog Millionaire" is also in the cinemas.  The novel version is called "Q&A" and it is absolutely fantastic.  The film is a surprisingly good adaptation of the novel but the novel is far superior.  I will bring my copy of the novel into school next week for anyone wishing to read it.

Best of luck girls,

Happy Reading!

Ms O'Sullivan

Afternoon girls,

This week I'd like you to write a review on the play "Romeo and Juliet".  Here are a few helpful hints as a guide:

• Your thoughts on the plot (storyline)
• The characters
• The play's resolution (ending)
• Themes you found interesting (love in particular!)
• Any other thoughts, insights or comments
• Don't forget to rate the play out of 10!

I look forward to reading your comments!

Ms O'Sullivan

(please complete this assignment by Monday 1st December)    

Hello fellow bloggers,

Welcome back to the wonderful  and CRAZY world of "Crazy About Books!"

You have been 2nd Year English students now for two months so I think you are ready to begin 'bloggin' again.

Please post a book review on any book that you have read recently, be it over the summer or since our Class Library has began.  Remember to include the title, author and most importantly YOUR feelings and thoughts about the novel. 

Feel free to also place comments on other blogs and it would also be a good idea to take a look at the Transition Year Blog - http://readiscover.21classes.com

 Enjoy,

Ms. O'Sullivan

Hi girls,

I hope you are all enjoying your summer holidays!

I just wanted to post a message in case any of you look at your blog over the summer.  If you read any books while on holiday, please feel free to post a review on it to let your friends and classmates know what you've read!

 I look forward to reading your reviews...

Ms O'Sullivan.