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Brat Farrar
I enjoyed reading the story very much! I'm happy that Brat was accepted as a true member of the family , though I feel sorry for Patrick, who was killed for a selfish reason. Simon should have been punished for Patrick 's murder _.
True Colors
This book reminded me of a reading in NS which I read last year. The reading was mainly about the science, but this book also told me about some unique, colorful cultures, which includes some festivals like La Tomatina in Spain. It also introduced cherry blossoms in Japan and how we think of them. I've never looked at the cultures thinking if they are colorful of not, so it was very interesting!
Princess Diaries, The Book 4
I've wanted to read this since the moment I finished reading "The Princess Diaries 3",and now I'm happy to say that I've finished all " The Princess Diaries" books in MMR!
Following Mia's school life was really amusing. I couldn't help laughing when she gave her boyfriend a rock for his birthday.
I found out that this story was published in other series, so I must check them out!
Emma
It was very long, but I enjoyed the reading on the whole. This is my third time to read a book written by Jane Austen, and I'm finding some similarities in these. In all of the books I read, including "Nrthanger Abby" and"Sense and Sensibility", the main characters find someone they truly love_Colonel Brandon in "Sense and Sensibility", and Mr. Knightly in Emma, after being disappointinted in other attractive men( Willoughby and Frank Churchill).
Christmas Carol, A
It is just the beginning of summer now, but I cannot wait the next Christmas! I like this story as it warms my heart and makes me feel like I am in the city celebrating Christmas. I doubt if anyone can change his mind so suddenly in real life, but I enjoy it as a story.
Mark Your Territory
Seeing the title and front page, I thought it was a book about colonization, but fortunately, it had more peaceful contents. I enjoyed reading about the theater located on the border that separates Canada and America.I was also surprised to learn about a prince of Sealand, a country built on an old military fort! If I were to build my own country, I would like to have a country with beautiful countryside, not with a sea view all around me_.
Princess Diaries, The Book 3
How romantic!! Yesterday, I stopped reading at the most exciting part, the part where Michel grabbed Mia's shoulder and said "Mia"_! I've wanted to read the next words all day but I didn't have time. Now I've read it and I can't stop myself from feeling excited! I cannot wait to read the next book. I have to read it immediately!
Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde
I roughly knew the plot, but this was my first time reading the entire book. Overall, I found it interesting, though I can’t help wondering if it could have had a better ending. I really wished Dr. Jekyll had confessed the truth in person rather than through a letter.
One of my friends pointed out that the story is similar to "Sangetsuki", which we read in Japanese class last year—and I agree. It’s fascinating that two similar stories come from such different countries. Maybe the theme is something all human beings struggle with.
Great Wall of China, The
As I'm learning Chinese history right now, I chose this book as a review. Come to think of it, it is astonishing that we can see and walk on the walls that is 2700 years old! I cannot believe that all historical people, including Emperor Qin, has actually seen the walls. I knew the the people who started to build the walls, but I didn't know that it has been rebuilt so many times. This series was short and easy to read . I will try another one!
Traditions of Death, The
I knew that the way of burying the dead is varies from country to country, but I didn't know that there were so many interesting ways! I liked the ones in Madagascar and in Ghana. In Madagascar, they dig up their dead relatives and dance with them every seven years! And they have a lot of unique shapes of coffin, such as the shape of animals and airplanes, in Ghana! If I were in Ghana, I would like to have it made in the shape of a viola!
4.50 From Paddington
It is my first time to read this series and although it has more than 20000 words, it took me only three days to finish it.
There was so many people in the book and the story was so complicated that I couldn't understand some parts of it, but still I could enjoy the story. How surprising it is that Miss. Marple solve the case without actually seeing the murder scene and how clever Lucy is to find the body by herself! I cannot stop wondering who she would marry!
Oliver Twist
I’ve read this story several times, and although it includes some harsh and cruel scenes, I liked it even more because it has a happy ending. I was really moved by Mr. Brownlow’s kindness—especially the way he trusted Oliver, even after Oliver was accused of stealing from him. It made me wonder how he could have so much faith in Oliver after something like that.
I also felt sorry for Nancy. I really wanted her to find happiness and a safe place, just like Oliver did.
Weird Weapons
It was interesting but also terrifying to read about the strange weapons! How unhappy the wife must be after she killed her husband by accident! And how frightening it is to be killed by the machine you made! I will not make any weapons in the future( although I may not have the knowledge at the first point????)! I also hope that nobody will ever hurt by these dangerous weapons-.
Resistance
This book was both interesting and painful to read.
I admired Mardieu for his noble beliefs and hoped things would work out without him having to kill anyone—but that didn’t happen. While the ending may be effective in highlighting the cruelty and injustice of war, I can’t help imagining a better one.
Ludwig van Beethoven
I knew that Beethoven had very difficult time with his brief ears, but I didn't know that he also had troubles with his family. That may be one of the reasons why his music sometimes sounds sad and lonely. I love his sixty symphony, the Pastoral, and am hoping to play it in the school festival. I wonder if we can agree on it or not-.
Shark Alley
The idea that cage diving might make sharks more aggressive is both fascinating and frightening. I was surprised to learn about research suggesting the opposite of what many people expect. Even though the study found that cage diving doesn’t affect shark behavior, I still think it’s a very dangerous activity. I understand that some people enjoy the thrill, but personally, I would never try it.
Sense and Sensibility
This is my third time reading this story, and the more I read it, the more I understand—and the more I grow to love the characters. Although this book had fewer words than *MMR*, it conveyed the sister’s emotions beautifully. I don’t think Marianne’s illness was really explained in *MMR*, so that was interesting to see here. I can’t wait to read the next book and learn more about the characters!
Deep Blue
I like the title "Deep blue"! The writer has a good taste to use the word " Blue" in order to mention the sea.
I knew that the sea was very deep and had some amazing creatures, but I didn't know that so many experiments had been done under the water. 69 days living and working under the lake? How interesting! Although I was excited about the idea of living underwater, I'm a little worried, too. What if the machine goes wrong? What if the sharks attacked us? It may be better for us to protect the environment we live in now, rather than sarch for a new environment.
Island of Shadows
Although it does not have the audio, it was very easy to read. I enjoyed the beautiful countryside in Greek with Meg. However, I still think Hetty's behavior was strange and was not very sensible. She should have cared about Meg, who was forced to look for her in a foreign country, where she could not understand the language at all. I understand that Hetty was too sad to care about someone else, but if I were Meg, I would get angrier than she was when she found her grandmother! In the end, everyone seemed happy so it might be okay, but it's all thanks to Meg's generosity! I hope Meg will be able to spend happy time in Greek after this story!
Bad Blood
It was interesting and exciting, though long. Although the one who was trying to harm Jay's father was easy to guess, I did not get board until the end. This is because the feelings of the characters were described carefully. I feel very very sorry for Tony, whose life was ruined by a wicked criminal. If Jay's father had told the truth earlier, there could have been a better end_. All I can do now is to wish Jay and his father's happiness.
Hostage!
It was very brave of Arjo to try to contact with his sister while he was being held a hostage. I cannot believe that he's only ten years old! Still, I 'm not sure if what he had done was a right thing or not. Trying to escape for himself was a very dangerous thing to do. Luckily, the man was not so dangerous but Arjo may have been killed or terribly hurt ! I think he should have been more careful.
Who Is Barack Obama?
Although this book had more words and higher YL, I found it easy to read this. That may be because I had read some books about him, but I believe the development of my English skill is also one of the reason. I so happy to see it!
I'm always fascinated by his extra original story. Especially, I like the part about his memory with his father. I cannot believe that he had had four wives in his life!
I respect President Obama for trying to put the nation together no matter what skin color or what beliefs they had. Being an African American and having been discriminated against for a long time, it must be a difficult thing to do. However,
Up in the Air
I usually enjoy the view from high places, but I don't like taking risks. Roller coasters are also too scary for me, too. Therefore, if I choose one means to fly up in the sky, I would choose a balloon ride. It looks very safe and present. Hang gliding and bungee jumping look exciting, but I'm too scared to do that!
Fantastic Mr Fox
It was so funny and easy to read! I can’t believe I just finished a book by Roald Dahl! He’s been my favorite ever since one of my elementary school teachers recommended his books to me. I had wanted to read it in English for a long time but always thought it would be too difficult. Now that I’ve finished it, I realize it wasn’t as hard as I expected. I’m excited to try another one! Right now, I’m really happy to see how much my reading skills have improved.
Sense and Sensibility
It was very long and the relationship between the characters were complicated, but I enjoyed reading it on the whole. Ms. McG kindly borrowed me her Blu-ray, which helped me to understand the story better. I think I have some similarities with Elinor, although I 'm not as good at hiding my feelings as her. That's why I was delighted to see her show her true feelings to Edward in the last chapter. (But I don't think Edward is such a good man) Now that I have finished this book I will try it in another series-in OBW!
Hundred Dresses, The
A recommendation from Ms. McG!
Although some words were difficult, I could feel the warmth, the kindness and the cruelness shown in the story. It is too sad that Wanda and Piggy and Maddie could not fix their relationships any more. The fact that Wanda had drown Piggy and Maddie as a model shows that she actually wanted to make friends with them, which made me even sadder. She might not have a hundred dresses all lined up in her closet, but surely she had such kindness and generosity as to forgive Piggy and Maddie. I hope that she will be happy in town and that one day, she will really have a hundred dresses all lined up in her closet.
Peter Tchaikovsky
Right now, I'm practicing a piece composed by Tchaikovsky, and that's why I borrowed this book. I didn't know that he was such a sensitive person nor that Russian composer was rare at that time. This book was easy to read and also had some funny instructions. I will try the other books in this series!
Princess Cora and the Crocodile
A friend of mine recommended this to me. It was so cute and relaxing. I admire Princess Cora for her kindness and politeness. She didn't lose her temper even after the crocodile had made a lot of troubles for her and her family. She was also kind enough to help the grownups, who had barely listened to her opinion. I think she will be a great ruler in the future!
It really warmed my heart. Sometimes, it may good to read these short, heart warming stories!
Music In the Dark
This book was easy to read although it didn't have audio. Since it doesn't have many wards, I didn't expect it to be an interesting mystery, but I was wrong. It was interesting I couldn't guess the ending until I got to the last chapter! I hope Sarah will be able to enjoy her new life in Tall Trees!
What Is the Story of The Wizard of Oz?
I knew that "The Wizard of Oz" was one of the most popular classics in the world, but I didn't know that it was so popular ! $826,000 for a lion costume? I can't believe it!
I didn't know that there were so many variations of the stories, either. There are some other books about Oz world written by the same author, several movies based on the story, and stories written by other authors, like "Wiz" and "Wicked"! I remember seeing the advertisement of "Wicked" on the train. If the movie can be watched in Japan now, I will search for it and try it!
Caring for Our Planet
I often hear it said that we must care for the earth, and I thought I knew a lot about it, but still it made me surprised to learn what a big effect global warming has on us. I had heard about Tuvalu, the disappearing country, but I never knew it was so serious a problem.(Parts of its capital is now only 10 centimeters above sea level!) Surely, we must do something now.
One of the new ways I learned in this book is "carbon offsetting". It is a way to travel by plane, keeping the planet cool. First, we find out how much carbon dioxide our journey will produce, and second, we pay to plant enough trees to use all the carbon dioxide that the journey made. To stop traveling may be difficult, but in this way, we can care for the planet as well as travel in a comfortable way. I will try to be good for the planet in the ways that is suitable for me.
Missing in Cornwall
I was surprised and relived that even a native speaker like Sam made spelling mistakes. In fact, her mistakes were worse than mine. It was very interesting, though, that the mistakes were the clues to solve the mystery.! Anyway, I will work on my words a little in order not to make mistakes on tomorrow's exam!
Silas Marner
After reading those interesting but sad stories(Dorian and Love Story), I'm very glad that this story has a happy ending. Although I don't like Godfrey Cass, I'm happy for his daughter, Eppie. May Eppie, Aeron, and Silas live happily ever after!
Long Road to Lucca, The
Some teachers suggested that I should read more difficult books and that's why I read this book. The teachers turned out to be right. Although I chose a book with 1 point higher YL, I found it easy to read this. In fact, I really enjoyed it.
Lizzy, the main character, and I have something in common. We both like to make everything planned and to listen to the elders so that we can make a better decisions. Therefore, Lizzy's conducts and decisions influenced me a lot. When she decided to follow her aunt's order to cycle across Europe, I was both worried and excited. When she realized that even after she made this adventurous decision, she was still following what others told her to do, I was shocked. It gave me an idea that just having an adventure was not enough. We need to decide to do it by ourselves. In the end, it was Lizzy herself who decided to continue her journey after the accidents, so she has accomplished her adventure. I'll take mine. Now that I see I can read more difficult book, I'll challenge
Sense and Sensibility
How long it took for me to finish this book_! I heard some teachers recommending this book and that's why I decided to read it. I intended to have finished it in the exam holiday.
Although it was long and complicated, I enjoyed reading it. I think it's because of the attractive characters and the story. I wish I could have read it without stopping-. Maybe I will try it in another series!
Placebo Effect, The
I got tired of writing a report for Ohyu WAW Project, so I read this as a short break.
It was very interesting. I have heard about the power of visualization (in fact, it is related to what I am writing for WAW), but I didn’t know that there were so many researches and examples about it. One person has even cured cancer by imagining to get rid of it-. How amazing! However, although it has some examples, I cannot believe “The Power of Placebo” completely. Cancer is a serious problem, so relying on the visualization may be too risky-. If my friend should have a cancer and ask my opinion, I would say she or he should consult the doctor.
Wonder
Reading this story was one of my goals for improving my English reading skills. Although it was written in simple language, I was really satisfied with it and deeply moved by the kindness shown to August. Everyone in the story is a good person, and I believe there are people like them in real life too. Via was the character I connected with the most. I understand her loneliness as a big sister, and the way she kept her feelings to herself felt similar to me. I hope we can all learn to express our feelings in a healthier way.
I read this story in Japanese a long time ago, and now I feel like revisiting it. I’ll try to read it again during spring break, and one day, I hope to read the original in English.
Chuckwagon Racing
As I had never heard of this sport, it was difficult to understand it's rules, but it was still interesting. I was amazed to see the real cowboy race!
It looks very hard and dangerous, and I don't think I can do it, but it still had something in common with my daily life. In the last part, the champion said "Luck comes with hard work," which I think is true for our daily work. It encouraged me to keep making effort so that I can be rewarded someday.
Tales from the Arabian Nights
I enjoy Arabian Nights because it contains many fascinating stories. I suddenly felt like reading it again, which is why I decided to borrow it. Although it's one long narrative, it feels like multiple stories, some sad and others funny.
I really admire Scheherazade's intelligence and bravery. I'm currently studying "Heroes" in my NS class, and I think Scheherazade's story fits the three key parts of a hero’s journey— a journey, an adventure, and a return. I only wish I could come up with such intriguing stories like she did.
Count of Monte Cristo, The
I have read this story in other series and was deeply impressed by it. That's why I decided to borrow this book. I still liked the story, but the names of the characters and their relationships were a little complex for me. Even now, I cannot figure out who Morrell is, but I enjoyed the story anyway. The only thing I'm anxious about is Mercedes. I feel really sorry for her. She was separated from the man she loved and even though he came back after a long year, she could not be happy with him. Furthermore, her dearest son left her to join the army_. I hope she can feel peace for the test of her life.
Beagle Patrol
When I saw the title, I didn't understand what "Beagle Patrol" means, but I liked the cute face of a Beagle on the front cover and that's why I decided to read it. I cannot believe that this cute dog has once been abandoned and that now he's training to become a detector dog! I have never see these dogs working in an airport, but it's not difficult to imagine how hard that would be. I just hope that Stockton will be able to get the job and can enjoy it.
Boscombe Valley Mystery, The
When I read the story in Japanese, I found it difficult to keep up with the story because they have some complex relationships. However, surprisingly, I could read and understand this book with ease! It may be because I have read the story once or may be because it was written in comic style. Anyway, I am happy that the two innocent young lovers finally got married. I admired the way Holmes solved the case, making everyone happy in the end.
What Was Pompeii?
I had heard of this ancient city before, but this was my first time learning significant details about it. I didn’t realize that Pompeii had such an advanced civilization. I was especially surprised to learn that they held elections in ancient times! I also didn’t know about Herculaneum, a small resort town for the wealthy located near Pompeii. I was impressed by its beauty, even though I only saw pictures and read the descriptions. I hope these cities are well-preserved and maintained forever. Visiting the site might be one way we can help protect this precious part of history.
Misty Copeland
I have heard about her, but I have never read her biography before.
Call of the Wild, The
It was really long, and the battle and killing scenes were quite intense. I’m happy to see Buck enjoying life with his wolf friends, but at the same time, I can’t help but worry that one day, aging might stop him from leading the pack—or, even worse, bring him a terrible fate. Dogs can’t stay strong forever. Even though I know it’s just a fictional story, I can’t stop hoping he’ll have a peaceful ending.
Get Smart
I couldn't understand some of the contents, because they were about complex science. I understood, though, that brain is more flexible and more mysterious than I had expected. The result of an experiment that we can do a behavior better when we repeated it, encouraged me to continue making changes. I want to be able to keep my room tidy, so I will continue cleaning it up.
What Are You Afraid of?
This book reminded me of what I learned last year in NS class. I don't like taking risks or seeing disgusting animals, but I enjoyed reading this. It was surprising that people started to spend money on Halloween because stores and companies pushed this idea to earn money. I didn't want to learn it.
Frozen
Reading this book was one of my goals this winter. The first time I watched the movie, I was only six (maybe five) years old. I couldn’t understand what Elsa was thinking, and I was scared when she froze the entire country. However, now that I’m 16 and have had more life experiences, I’ve come to understand her feelings. In fact, I really sympathized with her.
She kept telling herself, "Be the good girl you always have to be," over and over. I could understand her anxiety and struggles because I often feel the same way. I know that even if I make mistakes, the people around me will still treat me kindly, but I can’t help thinking like Elsa.
I feel that Elsa’s parents shouldn’t have put so much pressure on her. I understand that they acted out of love and wanted to protect her, but I can’t stop thinking about how that pressure affected her.
While I still admire Anna’s bravery more, I didn’t expect to sympathize with Elsa as much as I did.I’ve realized that my thoughts change as I get older. I plan to revisi
Lost Mountain, The
I could not understand some of the words, but still it was interesting. How lucky the children are to survive the plane clash and to meet a native boy in the jungle! I was also surprised at the calmness and the intelligence of Nail’s. If I were in his place, I won’t be able to support the injured friend and find out the way to survive. The story was also interesting. I wonder if there really is a lost civilization in Africa.
Who Were the Beatles?
Even though I didn't have much interest in the Beatles, I could see that they were really great artists and we're loved by everyone in the world. I didn't know that some of them had such hard childhoods. All I knew was that they are one of the most popular groups in the world, which broke up so suddenly. My farther likes their songs, so I thought I would find some familiar songs in this book, but I didn’t. What a large number of songs they have made! I will search some of them when I got home.
Bird Girl
My grandparents likes bird watching but I couldn't understand it at all until I read this book. The young girl seems to be really enjoying herself, looking up at the sky and identifying the birds she saw. Her word, "I feel that everything around me is important. I look at everything I can, because it might be something different than I think it is," made me think about the depth of the world. Maybe, I should try birdwatching.
Found
When I saw the front page of this book, I thought it was a book about history, but actually, it was not only about history but also about astronomy, love and some other amazing discovery that took place on the earth! I liked the story introduced in the first chapter, a love letter which was delivered six years after being written. It's very romantic, isn't it?
Destiny Calls at Taransay
It was heartwarming. The story is simple and easy to follow, and I could guess how it would end, but I enjoyed reading it anyway. Maybe this was because it was written in comic style and also had a good radio. I will try another book in this series.
Who Was John F. Kennedy?
I read the famous speech made by this young president as my prep school homework. That is why I decided to read this book. Although I have read his speech, I didn't know much about him. All I knew was "the first Catholic president in the US, who was very young for a president". I didn't know that he took part in WWⅡ nor had suffered from his injured back throughout his life. I didn't know that he had so many siblings and had to work hard to achieve his father's attention. I'm not sure if the education policy of his father's was good, but it must be one of the reasons why John was able to be elected as president at an early age. I learned from him that we can make our weaknesses and hardness we have had into our strength and advantages, like he turned his loneliness into a sense of humor. We can find something useful from our pain if we try.
Secret Agent, The
I couldn't understand the story. It was too difficult_. I still don't understand what Verloc really wanted. I just feel sorry for Winnie, for Verloc threw harsh words to her in stead of apologizing, although he had killed her loving brother. I think Tom was the smartest and the kindest of them all, but he didn't seem happy, either. I wish the story were have a better ending.
Secrets to a Long Life
I didn't know that there were so many people who were doing research about how to live long and happy life. I could see that a lot of things around or inside of us could affect our feelings. The research about the twins brought up in different environment was very interesting. According to the report, the twins had very similar physical and emotional strengths and weaknesses, although they were separated as babies. I had not expected this result, for I had believed that environment was the most influential factor for our personalities. Do my brother and I have similar characters? I don't think so ????
By the way, I am writing this comment just outside of my house because I have forgotten to bring the key. I'm waiting for my brother to come back. I hope he won't have club activity today!
Life of a Geisha, The
Although I live in Japan, I didn't know becoming a gaisha was that hard and I cannot believe a girl who is almost the same as me can endure the hardness.
This book mentioned about the declining of the popularity of "gaisha", and I think that is one of the reasons why I had so little knowledge about it. Next year I'm going to go Kyoto on the school trip, so I will have to learn about Japanese tradition more. We must continue it and tell it to our decendunts.
Mystery of Coniston Water, The
A friend of mine recommended this series to me. It is neither too long nor too short and the story was interesting. As each chapter was short and the letters were big, it was easy to read, too. I felt scared when Anna tried to take Julie down into the water. I don’t think it was a good thing to do, but I also feel sorry for Anna. I hope she will be able to rest in peace.
Love Story
I enjoyed reading this, but after reading the whole chapters, I still don't understand why they came to love each other at the first place. They had some slangs like "damn", and it was sometimes difficult to understand.
I heard that there was a movie based on this story, and I would like to watch it, as well.
Blue Cows?
It is interesting, though it must be hard for the people, that they cannot kill the harmful animals because of their names. I wonder why the animals have the name,"blue cows", although they are not actually cows. I hope they will be able to change the name and reduce the number of them.
Ethan Frome
I wished this story would have a happy ending, but it didn't happen. I wonder when and where this story took place. Is life always so hard for the poor? In the Philippines, I saw a lot of people who looked happy and cheerful even if they were poor, but are they just some "exceptions"? Maybe I should find out more about it.
Who Was Steve Jobs?
As I read an article about him in the mid-term examination, I decided to borrow this book and learn more. I knew that Steve Jobs was a man who looked at things quite differently from other people, but I didn't know that he was such an obstinate man. His obsession may be the reason why iPhone is loved by so many people, but I don't want to work with a person like him. I would not have been able to feel secure at the office, for Steve sometimes got angry with his employees. He even fired some of them so that the company might save money. I won't have been able to work in that environment, still less make a world-changing products. I really admire the employees in Apple.
Punch
I didn't have much interest in boxing, but I could see the depth and the popularity of it through this book. I don't think we should end this sports because it gives us not only the power to protect ourselves but also the way to keep ourselves healthy in body and mind. Boxing is a good exercise which releases our stress. Moreover, I have heard that boxing is a good way for poor children to become famous and earn money, as it does not require so many equipments. I have also heard that it helps them to keep away from dangers like drags. As they have to spend their time in boxing, they have less time to spend on dangerous streets. Boxing will be helpful especially for those people.
Black Holme Island
It took really short time to read for book with 4000 words. Sometimes the audio was too fast and sometimes I could not understand the meaning of words, but it was OK. I could understand the main contents without the details. I feel a little sorry for Andy. It was the first holiday for him to spend with his friend, and he was involved in a big accident! I think the children in these kind of books are really intelligent because they come up with an idea immediately when they are in trouble. I cannot do that ????
Rainbow Days The Gold Bowl
It's very heartwarming! I enjoyed seeing Zoya trying hard to please Coco, her dog. I think the way her mother treating Zoya was also nice because she corrects Zoya's mistake like making treat which Coco could not eat or painting Coco's plate with water paint, without scolding or disappointing her. This must be the reason why Zoya had grown up into such an open, cheerful girl.
The story made me think about my own dog, Kotaro. I wonder what he is doing in house.
Kilimanjaro
It was really interesting! I was so moved to see Alison speaking out for the others and for herself because I am the same kind of person as she, a shy girl who usually follow the others. It gave me courage to voice what I really want.
Moreover, some unexpected accidents like Harvey going down the mountain, and Alison falling off the rock made the story more real. I admire her for achieving such an amazing goal. I will try hard to make myself more brave and active.
Leaving No Footprint- Stories from Asia
At last, I have read it! The first two stories were interesting and made me think deeply. I feel sorry for Nimei , for she had to feel ashamed of her husband, who was just an office worker at a hospital. Her husband was a good man,so I think she should be proud of him.
The story was difficult. The relationships between the characters were too complicated and I could not understand them very well. In the end, how do Pritam feel about Doctor Sahib? I cannot understand her.
Who Was Nelson Mandela?
I am reading the famous speech given by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in the prep school. That is why I hope to get to know about the significant people who had suggested "nonviolent protection " in order to eran civil rights. This book gave me some very specific knowledge about Nelson Mandela, some of which I couldn't get from the other books. I respect him for determining so firmly to make South Africa which is fair not only for the natives but also for the White Afrecanners.
Robinson Crusoe
I have read this story in other series, but they had different endings from this. This one also has some lessons about life which the others haven't. I think this book is easier to understand, but it may be a little different from the original one.
Sherlock Holmes Short Stories
As I have read all of the stories in other series, I knew how they would end, but it was still interesting. Some scenes were missing to make the story shorter and I was pleased to be able to realize it. As for "The adventure of three students" and "The adventure of Silver Braze", I have never read them in Japanese, so I'd like to try it.
Rainbow Days The Gray Day
It was so lovely and easy to read! I thought the way Zoya brighten "the gray day" was great. It is not easy to find something fun and cheerful from something dark and gray. I think I should learn it from Zoya. Now that I read this book, I will be able to enjoy the whatever may happen!
Who Was Gandhi?
I'm reading Martin Luther king Jr 's famous speech, and I could understand the policy "nonviolent protection" was so important for the people who had changed the world. I respect him for risking his own life to achieve his goal, but I think it was hard for his family to see him suffer. I feel sorry for Gandhi's wife.
Mermaid Days The Sea Monster
When I looked at the title, I thought the "sea monster" was an enemy or something that made trouble for the mermaid, but actually, he became their friends! It was very cute and heartwarming. I'd like to live in this world.
I don't like horror stories, but this one was interesting. Everytime I read, I felt drawn into the story. I could not guess what would happen next. I don't like the ending, but I enjoyed reading it.
Zoo Dentists
I didn't know that a dentist in zoo was not always a specialist of treating animals. Two dentists in California look after animals, though their usual patients are human beings! It must be difficult and dangerous work, but I agree with one of the dentists, Dr. de Sanz's opinion. It is our duty to keep animals healthy if we want to keep them in captivity for everybody to look at.
Midsummer Night's Dream, A
I would often read the short version of this story when I was little. I have long wanted to read it in full version, and now I have achieved it!The full version was funnier and stranger than the one I used to read, but it was very enjoyable. I liked the last part, in which the work men act their play. When I realized that Peter Quinate’s strange Prologue was funny all because of his stoping the sentences in the wrong places, I could not help laughing! I read a number of sad stories in LL library written by Shakespeare, but this is the first time that I read his funny story in English. I didn’t know that he could write such a story. It’s nice and funny! I recommend you!
Lucy Maud Montgomery
I read Ms. Mcg's comment and borrowed this immediately! It was very easy to read, and I could learn lot about the famous author. I didn't know that she had so many similarities with Anne. I had given up reading Anne's forth book because it was so long a story, but I should try it again.
Mermaid Days A New Friend
It was so cute! I happened to find this series when I was in the library with my friend, and I really enjoyed it! It was funny and cute that each of Beaker's legs has different characters. I also liked the ending, which is a happy one for everyone in the story.
Blackbeard's Treasure
The message from this book, " Taking what is not yours can never bring you or the ones you love any happiness", was not unusual, but the story was interesting. I admire Queen Alliana , for she had so great a intelligence as a young woman.
Art of Making Silk, The
I think I have read this book before(although I didn't recognize it when I borrowed it.), and I could understand the content more easily than the first time!
I don't think I can stand such a repetitive work, so I respect the craftsmen who have been taking over the tradition over centuries.
Cupid the Dolphin
I didn't know that dolphins were so special animals and I didn't know that so large number of dolphins got hurt by accident. I was moved to see Cupid getting well and playful little by little, receiving the volunteers' kind care. It is very important to support such volunteers so that they can help the dolphins without any problem, and it is also important to reduce the number of dolphins which need help by identifying the cause of the problem.
Secret Garden, The
I love this story! Although I have read this in the other seires and even in Japanese, there were some information that I didn't know, like the name of Mary nurse in India! I enjoyed reading about the beautiful garden and was happy to see Colin get well, but some information that I read in the Japanese book made me a little sad. It told me that the young son of the author's became ill and never recovered. I hope Colin will live "forever and ever and ever ever".
Amazing Galapagos Islands
It was interesting and easy to read. I was surprised to learn about the unique animals on the islands, like birds with blue feet, tortoises that can live up to two hundred years, and penguins! I didn't know that penguins could live on tropical islands! It is very important to make an effort to keep the islands as they are now.
Our World in Art
Although, I don't know much about art, it was interesting to read this book. It tells us some popular types of art and techniques to paint them. It gave me a new view point to look at the art, and I felt like going to a museum when I have time to spare.
Simon Decker& the Secret Formula
It was exciting! Some books in LL library have some strange reasons for killing a person, but this one doesn't. In fact, it has not only a satisfactory reason for the murder but also an interesting one! I didn't get board with the story at all. I think Simon should be an agent or something like that, for he is smart and has strong sense of justice.
Who Was Eleanor Roosevelt?
I knew that Eleanor Roosevelt was a great first lady, whose book was read by Michael Obama and Hilary Clinton. As I read the latter half of her life as the first lady, I could see that she was an extraordinary woman who liked to speak out her opinions. However, the former part tells me that she was a shy little girl who had little confidence in herself. This fact gave me hope. Perhaps I can be a independent and confident woman in the future. I will try to be brave even if I feel afraid like Eleanor was.
Lights, Camera, Action!
I don't know much about movies, so I enjoyed reading this. I was surprised to learn that so many people are involved in making one movie. Next time I watch a movie, I will think about the people who has spent a lot of time firming it
Olympians, The
Perhaps I have read this book before. I think I could understand the contents more easily and smoothly, and I 'm happy about that. I enjoyed reading about Olympics' history, but I think it is unfair that women could not join the game in the ancient times. I hope there will be nicer and fairer world for all people in the future.
Frankenstein
I have read this story several times in other series. How many times I read I cannot stop feeling sorry for the "monster". He just wanted to be loved by someone. Nobody gave him love although he had loved and tried to help the people he loved. They gave him hate instead and that's why he began to hate people and kill them. I cannot stop wondering how the story would end if Dr. Frankenstein had made a wife for his monster. Perhaps there could have been a happy end.
Wild Weather
Recently, I made a research about the climate change on the earth in WAW class, so it was interesting to read this book. I already knew some information and I didn't know the other. I was also be able to learn some technical terms like "evaporate", which means to change from liquid into gas, and "farmine", which means the time when there isn't enough food for a long time.
Animal Life Cycles
I read a book in this level after a long time, and it was easier than before. I could feel that I was making some progress in reading skill and vocabulary, so I was pleased.
I could learn about the lives of a lot of unique animals, such as the Darwin's frog, which keeps his tadpoles safe and wet in his throat, and cuckoos, which lay their eggs in other bird's nests. It was also interesting to see the differences between the spicies and guess the differences are made. I thought that the baby mammals could take long time to grow up because they are safer than the other spicies.
Journey to the Centre of the Earth
I have read this story in another series, but as it was a long time ago, I didn't remember it well. It sounds both exciting and dangerous to travel under the earth. Now that we have more knowledge than the people in the author 's age, we know that there cannot be the sea under the land. But perhaps there is some animals or human beings_. We may be able to find out the truth someday.
What Were the Salem Witch Trials?
I knew that there was a witch trial in Europe, in which Joan of arc was killed. I thought this was a book about it, but actually, it was a book about a which trial in an American village! I didn't know that which trials were held in so many places. It was scary to see how the trials escalated and how the innocent people were put to death. We must not forget the mistake and work hard in order not to repeat it. I think demanding obvious proofs to judge people is the most important.
What Was Pearl Harbor?
It took so long time for me to read this?
We Japanese know a lot about the bombings in Hiroshima and Nagasaki, but little about Pearl Harbor. I think this is a problem. The American should learn more about Hiroshima, and the Japanese should learn more about Pearl Harbor. Before reading, All I knew about it was “ The Japanese army attacked Pearl Harbor on 8th of December, 1941. It was the starting of the Pacific War”. I didn't know that so many people were injured and so many ships were sunk. The Japanese has very poor knowledge about the attack, and I think it is what the people from other countries are thinking. When I was in Philippine, I was asked by a local student, “How much do you know about Pearl Harbor?” It is shameful that we are thought to be ignorance about our past. Schools should teach about it more, and we too should try to learn about it more.
Mysterious Death of Charles Bravo
It was long, but was interesting. I can’t believe it is a real story! It’s like a drama! I think Mrs Jane Cox is the most suspicious, for she had both enough reasons and chances to kill Mr. Bravo. However, I won’t be surprised if anyone tells me that the wife of his, Florence, was the murderer. She was unhappy with hurt marriage, and she didn’t seem to love her husband. Only one thing was left strange about her. Why was she so upset when her husband was terribly ill? She didn’t want him to die, after so many arguments? She put just a little poison to make him feel sick, but not die, perhaps? Nobody won’t be able to tell the truth after such a long time. I will say, again, that I cannot believe it is a real story.
Extraordinary Life of Anne Frank, The
I have tried to read Anne's diary three times, only to give up as many times. Reading this book made me feel like trying it again.
Living as Jews at that time must be hard of course, but living as a helper of Jews should also be hard. I really respect their courage. I want to be a person who will do what I think is right, even if it is dangerous.
Giant's Causeway, The
I didn't know that there was a place in Ireland which is called "The Giant's Causeway". How interesting it sounds! Although there were two explanation about beginnings of the walkway, I really liked the idea that every person who visit there can use his own imagination and makes up an original story. I'd like to visit there and see it with my eyes!
20,000 Leagues under the Sea
I have read this story several times, so I could understand it easily. I wonder who and what the enemy of Captain Nemo was and where the men was from. I have read Jules Verne's story, such as "Around the world in eighty days", and "Journey to the center of the Earth". I think this book is the most mysterious and famous one iof his work.
Ear-rings from Frankfurt
It was interesting and easy to read, although it had no audio. The other day, a fortune teller told me that I tend to believe people too easily, so I tried not to believe the mysterious girl's story. In the end, it was true to believe the girl's story! It is difficult to determine who to believe.
One Woman's Choice
As I have just started to think about my future, it was interesting to read about a woman who had made an important decision in her life. She had to choose either living in a town with her old friends and family, or living in an inconvenient village with her loving husband and children. As she is such an educated woman, she may be able to find a good job in a town. However, living in a town means being away from her husband, whom she loved so much that she once left her own town to live with him. This must have been a very hard decision, so I really respect her for choosing her way. I hope she will be happy about the choice in the future, and I hope that I will be able to find out what I want to do.
Poisonous
I found this on the "New books" counter, and I have wanted to read it for a week. It was interesting. All of Liza's friends seemed to have reasons to poison her boyfriend, although they were good friends. It told me the complexity of a friendship. I felt peace like Liza after the criminal was sent to prison, but I can't feel so any more, after reading the last scene_.
Beauty and the Beast
I have read this story in other series several times, but they were different from this. In the other books, Beauty's farther was a marchant who had lost his ships, not a farmer, and also there were no dreams in which a prince spoke to Beauty, asking her for help. This dream made it easier to understand that Beauty was looking only at his appearance, not his heart.
By the way, I'm not quite sure about the reason why Beast came near to dying when Beauty broke her promise. I know it is only a story, but I cannot help wondering. If anyone knows the proper reason, please tell me.
Life in Space
I watched about the person who worked on Hayabusa Asteroid Probe yesterday. I was very impressed by the story, but it also made me realize how dangerous it is to be in the space, far from the Earth. NASA's idea about sending people to Mars was not new to me, but after watching the program, I cannot help thinking how difficult it would be. The astronauts would have to ba very brave and independent, for they cannot contact with the Earth frequently. I don't think I will be able to do that, but anyway, I am looking forward to hearing new information about it.
Railway Children, The
How nice a story this is! Rich or poor, each character in this book is good and kind. The scene in which the children gave a birthday present to an angry woman warmed my heart. I think these act are why people help children when they are in difficulty. I want to be a girl with a good heart like them, and I also want read this in Japanese!
Last of the Cheju Divers, The
I didn't know that one of the islands in Korea was famous for diving and it was so dangerous. It is a pity that the tradition is dying out because the women have a better choice for their life.If male diver appeared, maybe they have more hope?
Where Is the Great Barrier Reef?
I didn't know that the Great Barrier Reef had so many spaces of animals and that it was in such a great danger. Half of the reefs died in last thirty years! We have to do something to stop this immediately! The number of over fishings can be reduced by dividing the reef into different zones and banding to catch the fish in some areas. However, climate change cannot be stopped by only one country. All of us have it's fate in our hands.
Blue Scarab, The
It was a little difficult. I don't think I could understand everything, but it warmed my heart. The message from this book is that we live being helped by those who have died, maybe? Coincidentally, today is the day when my grand farther died more than ten years ago. I can't remember him very well, for he have died so many years ago, but I believe he is still watching and helping us. I'd like to read this book again after my English skills have developed.
Monkey Party
I knew that cows are important for Hindu, but I didn’t know that monkeys are for Buddhists! It looks cute to see monkeys in the pictures, but it may be more troublesome than cute to live with them all around the streets. How generous the people in Lopburi are!
Light
It was a little bit similar to the famous series by Hiro Arikawa, “Library War”. In this book, the situation changed so quickly, both to the bad way an¥ to the good way, but I don’t think it is realistic. In reality, things would be changed more slowly and naturally, with few people being aware of it. I dread to think how it would be like living in a country where you weren’t allowed to speak out yourself. The important thing is not to stop thinking and deciding by ourselves.
Snow Magic!
I knew that there were machines for making artificial snow, but I thought it was machine that worked hard to do that , not people! I didn't know that it required such a careful work. If a man can make as soft snow as that of nature, surly it is like Magic!
Goldfish
Reading a book with 10000words without MP3 was a long and hard work, but I feel proud after finishing it. I cannot stop wondering why so many people wish to find the park, knowing it hopeless and dangerous. Most of the characters died and that left me the question.
I wonder if Mrs. Sype really loved her husband. She ,too, may have been the kind of person who were willing to do anything to earn a lot of money.
Extraordinary Life of Nelson Mandela, The
I have read a few books about him, so I knew that he did not stop protesting against apartheid though he was put in prison for twenty-seven years. I cannot believe it. How brave and determined a person he was! I want to help people who are in difficulty in the future, so maybe I can learn something from him.
What Was the Bombing of Hiroshima?
When I found this book in the LL library, I thought, 'Oh, a book about the bombing of Hiroshima! In English!' and quickly decided to borrow it. It explained how Japan and the U.S. disagreed and ended up going to war. It also covered the circumstances and effects of the bombing. However, there's one thing I'm not satisfied with. In the fourth chapter, it states that a U.S. general told Truman, the new president, that fewer people—both Japanese and American—would die from the atomic bombs than from Operation Downfall. I don't believe that's true, but the author doesn’t address it further.
In summary, while it has some unsatisfying points, I think it’s a great step for both Japanese and Americans to have a book like this. I also think there should be a Japanese book that tells us about Pearl Harbor.
Korea
I knew Koreans were hardworking, but I didn't realize their industries were so large. Hard work might have made this miracle possible, but I wonder if it truly brings happiness to the people. Lately, I've started to question whether striving for perfection at work is really worth it.
Danny Dark
It was very interesting! As its YL is high and it has so many words(14755 words!), I was afraid that I would not be able to enjoy it,
which turned out to be a totally wrong thought after I had read the first chapter. Sally’s feeling about her hair salon and about the man she cared for was easy to understand. Moreover, I couldn’t guess how it would end until I came to the last chapter. This really is a good book. I recommend it .
Columbus and the New World
The last part of this book, which said that the discovery of the new content was important for good reason and bad reason, was most interesting for me. It is true. The Europeans caused a number of problems to Native Americans. Was it too early for Columbus to discover the new land? If it had been discovered later in the history, how would the world and the history change?
Making a Thai Boxing Champion
The fact that the children fight to earn their money and states made me think deeply. I hope Manat can achieve his goal and become a great boxer!
Cheese-Rolling Races
I had no idea such an interesting and funny race was held on Earth! I wonder who started it in the first place—chasing a rolling cheese down a hill is such a bizarre situation. Maybe it all began with a farmer who accidentally dropped his cheese on the hill
Solar Cooking
The first time I saw the cover, I thought, ‘Oh, this food looks delicious, and solar cooking? That sounds interesting,’ which made me decide to read the book. I didn’t expect it to include so many lessons about social issues. I didn’t know that the smoke from cooking fires can cause health problems. Solar cookers can save both the environment and improve women’s health. I was also surprised to learn that they can produce safe drinking water, which is crucial! (I learned that from my visit to the Philippines.) Solar cookers can help people in developing countries a lot. However, in countries like the Philippines, sudden and heavy rain can be a problem. If it rains while they’re cooking, it could be quite difficult for them.
Johnny English
This is the kind of book where the main character makes a lot of mistakes. It’s usually funny, but I don’t like Johnny English because he lies when he messes up. I liked Lorna—she’s so smart and beautiful—but I can’t understand why she loved English. He’s not a bad guy, but I just can’t bring myself to like him.
Missing Snows of Kilimanjaro, The
I had no idea that so much of Kilimanjaro's snow was disappearing. It's 80 percent smaller than it was in 1912!? It’s melting so fast! I thought it was mainly due to global warming, but I didn’t realize deforestation was also a factor. This series usually suggests ways to solve the problems after highlighting how serious they are, but this book didn’t mention any solutions. It’s scary to think that it might mean there’s no way to preserve the beautiful snow.
Circle Games
This book was easy to read since it's made up of short stories. My favorite was the third one, 'Special Clay.' Emilio seems like a boy with what we would call a developmental disability, but the people around him, like Mrs. McFee and Mr. Grover, were so kind and supportive. I think their kindness is what gave him the chance to live a happy life. I hope more people will understand and support children like him in the future.
Discovering Lost Cities
How amazing! Some of the words were a bit too difficult for me to understand, but it was still enough to astonish me. I can’t believe that people who lived so many years ago were able to build such large and magnificent structures. The mysteries surrounding them make these cities even more fascinating to visit.
Man from the sky, The
It was exciting and interesting, but I still don’t quite understand where Larl came from or why the agents were after him. All I know is that Beth was so loving that she chose not to go with Leal, but instead stayed with her father in a quiet village, even though it made her feel lonely. I hope the 'gift' Leal gave her lasts forever, so Beth won’t feel alone anymore.
Stories from the Five Towns
It was so funny! I enjoyed all the stories, especially the last one. The brothers are pretty foolish, but they made me laugh, so I appreciated that. I also thought Annie was clever to make both brothers think she was going to marry them.
What Is the Super Bowl?
My father loves watching American football, which is why I decided to read this book. At first, I struggled to understand the rules and technical terms. A few times, I even regretted borrowing it. But in the end, I enjoyed reading about some of the historic games. I didn’t realize that the San Francisco 49ers, my father’s favorite team, was so strong. Now that I know a bit more about the game, maybe I can enjoy watching it with my father.
School's Out!
Finally, all of the friends have found their significant others. While I don't think it's essential for students to have relationships, I'm happy for Jay and Kat. I hope I can find my passion, just like Jay did. Maybe I should start by listing my strengths and weaknesses.
Poppleton At Christmas
It's not exactly the season to read a Christmas story, but reading it in the summer made me feel a bit cooler. I thought it was sweet and charming that Poppleton saved his coins in a jar so he could buy presents for his friends. I was also surprised that he bought 15 cases of snow to decorate his house. I wonder if cans of snow like that really exist!
Real Winner, A
I thought the title of this book was 'A Real Winter' until I read the last sentence. I was really struck by Rachael’s words: 'It doesn’t matter what your “disability” is, you can overcome it.' The term 'disability' doesn’t just refer to things like poor eyesight or hearing; it can apply to any weakness that any of us, including myself, might have. She said, 'you can overcome it,' so simply—and that’s exactly what she did. I really admire her for that.
One Boy's Journey
I was surprised to learn that such a dangerous custom exists in the world. This is truly a case of 'letting your beloved child go out and see the world.' Maybe it's important for children living in the wild to learn how to overcome the obstacles in their lives. I hope Yoro will be able to marry Alissa.
Within High Fences
I can see that the issue of asylum seekers in Britain is very serious. I understand why people might be afraid that there will be fewer jobs available because of the asylum seekers, though I don't think their concerns are entirely justified. I believe we need to focus on improving living conditions in developing countries, or this problem will persist indefinitely. The gap between the citizens and the asylum seekers will only widen if there are too many. To reduce the number of people leaving their countries, we need to work on improving life in those countries.
Much Ado About Nothing
It was interesting and easy to read. The part that made me laugh the most was when Claudio said, 'These men are too clever for me.' But I’m curious why the police arrested Don John, considering all he did was try to stop a young couple from getting married. Maybe the police back then had more knowledge and authority over private matters?
Poppleton in Summer
The first time I saw this book, I was immediately drawn to its cute illustrations, which made me borrow it right away. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it and found it very relaxing as well. The language used in the book isn’t too difficult, so I highly recommend it as a nice break from summer homework. (I used ChatGPT to help revise my comment—how useful it is!)"
Who Is Michelle Obama?
Just recently, I have read about Hillary Clinton, Abraham Lincoln, and the US presidential election, so I think I'm coming to be more and more specific about the us government. I have known Barack Obama as a great president of the United States, and in this book, I learned that his wife was a great woman, as well. It must be very hard for her to do both helping her husband in his presidential campaign, and raising their daughter as mother. I think Barack should have helped her more in housework.? There has been some first lady who was admired as ideal models of the presidents' wives, such as Eleanor Roosevelt, and Dolley Madison. I think Michelle will be counted as one of them in the future.
Dark Side of the City, The
I like this kind of story. Sometimes, the fight was too quick for me to understand what happened, but it was interesting anyway. I don't think what Ellis did was right, but he's a good man, so I'm happy that he lives a happy life with his wife afterwards.
Who Was Abraham Lincoln?
I read his famous Gettysburg Address in the prep school, so I decided to learn about him more. It was very surprising that he should have had only a year of schooling in his life. It tells us that we can learn and do great things no matter how learning we are if we have determination. I respect him best not only for his abolishing the slavery but also for his trying to welcome the rebel state warmly. It shows that he had considered about everybody in his country and was truly loyal to his country. It is thanks to him that the United States has been developed into world's most powerful country, even today.(Though China is getting more and more power these day.)
I was told to memorize his Gettysburg Address all by heart, but I haven't finished it yet. I will do it in this summer vacation!
Great Stone Face, The
I have never read this story, but I could understand it well, and I like it. It tells us that if we wish to be gentle and wise person and make efforts, we can be one someday. The expression of Ernest’s feeling was so beautiful as well that I felt quiet and comfortable.
Living with a Volcano
It was an interesting fact that the volcano plays an important role in people's life, though it can destroy it easily. It teaches us an important lesson: nothing on earth is needless for our lives.
Turn of the Screw, The
The former half of it was interesting, but I cannot understand the latter. How do the ghosts make the children evil?And how did the governess find out that she won Mils? What does she mean by "win" and "lose"? It was difficult to understand.
Jojo's Story
This book told me the feeling of a child whose family were killed whose village was destroyedin the fighting. There are many people who help him in this book, such as Chris, who was a photographer for English newspaper and Doctor Nicky, who works for "Doctors without borders". I want be an adult like them and help the children. I am unhappy about Jojo's last decision. I wanted him to be in a safe place , away from fighting. I won't forget reading this book.
Gigi and Ojiji
I feel so relaxed while I read this book. This book is about an American girl called Gigi whose grandfather is going to come from Japan to live in her house. She was confused at first by the difference between Japanese culture and her own one, but with her mother's help, she gets used to it. It is good for both Japanese and American to have such a cute book to introduce the culture differences. I hope many of us will be able to understand each other like Gigi and Ogigi.
Who Is Hillary Clinton?
In 2016 US presidential election, I didn't like Donald Trump, so I thought they would rather elect Hillary than elect Trump.However, I didn't know who she was or what she had done. This book told me her character and political belief, that the country should give everyone an equal right, including women and children. This book speaks well of her, but I don't think all people will agree with this opinion. I remember hearing some different opinion during the election, and I'd like to hear it now. I cannot decide she was a great woman by only reading this book.
Biscuit Goes Camping
I found this on the “new books” counter, and could not stop myself from borrowing it. The first time I read the book about Biscuit, I was J1, and could not get the meaning of it well. Now that I am S1, I could read it easily and I was surprised at the development of my English skill! I will read other books in this series, too.
On the other hand, one thing does not change how many times I read. Biscuit is so cute! I’d like to have a pet like him.(though I have a rascal dog and noisy brother at home?)
Count of Monte Cristo, The
I have read this story in another series, and I think it had more story to follow the ending of this book. I remember the ending having impressed me very much, so I wish I could have read it in this series. It is a good thing that Dantes had so many people who thought him as a good man and trusted him. I learned that honesty is the best policy.
Wild Animal Town
It is surprising that there have been very few human injuries or deaths in Kariba, though they have lived with wild animals in the town. It maybe an ideal model of the town in or near the wild life. It seems a smart and kind idea to make special areas where animals can move freely. They must protect the area even if the town grow. I'd like to visit this town someday, and I hope it will remain as it is now until the day.
Art of Making Silk, The
I didn’t know that there was still a factory which makes the silk by their hands, and such silks were so valued even today. The explanation of how to make silk was too difficult and I couldn’t understand it all, but it was interesting.
Dynasties : Painted Wolves
It was like the TV program, “ Darwin has come”. The painted wolves were very brave and strong to survive in the wild life. I felt a little sad abou the fact that the mother,Tait, and the daughter, Blacktip couldn’t see each other, though they were living close.
Lord Arthur Savile's Crime
This is such kind of books as have some short stories in them. I liked the second one, “The Model Millionaire”. In fact, I have read this and transrated it into Japanese in the prep school. I enjoyed reading it in different expressions. As for the first one, “Lord Arthur’s Crime”, I think that the Lord needn’t commit the crime. Did the love for Sybil make him blind? If so, I feel sorry for him and the person who was killed by him.
Anyway, all the stories were funny and easy to read, so I recommend it.
Logan's Choice
It was a normal kind of mystery, but it was interesting. I couldn't guess who was the murderer until I read the part. Moreover, the characters and their conversations were attractive. I liked the phone call between Logan and Tam best.
I feel sorry for Mrs. MacLennan, though it was her fault that she made the murderer angry because of her behavior. If the man had not been such a dangerous man, she could have spent happy time with her husband.
What Is a Presidential Election?
As the 2024 US presidential race is running now, I wanted to learn it's system by reading this book. It must be very hard to run a presidential campaign. Maybe this is a good way for the nation to see if the candidates really have ability and desire to lead the big country to the good direction. However I think it has some unfair points, such as the system that each state, except some, cannot separate their votes, though sometimes it can be too close chose either side.
Three Rivers of Zambia, The
I didn't know that the famous Victoria Fall was in Zambia. Maybe,I should study geography harder. It is a wise decision for the government to protect the rigion along the river. I hope the beautiful scenery will continue forever.
Special Kind of Neighborhood, A
I was surprised to see the colorful picture on the wall of the city. I think it is a very good culture that they mix the culture in other countries and the old tradition in the city. I hope the number of such city will increase in the future.
Romeo and Juliet 2079
I’ve never read the original “Romeo and Juliet” but I enjoyed this very much and I think it has some similar points to the original. In my memory, Romeo and Juliet’s first meeting was at a masked party. It is same in this book, also the names of the characters are same, too. If you know the original story, you may be able to enjoy this more.
By the way, I feel very angry with the “Perfects” in this book. Why do they treat a person with serious illness so badly? He can be dead if he cannot take medicine! The situation in this book is not real, but it told me an important lesson; all people should be equal .
Who Was Sacagawea?
Before reading, I had no information about her. I even didn't know her name. It was my first challenge to read about a person whom I don't know anything about , and I was a little nervous about that. I don't think I could understand everything written in the book, but at least I know what Sacagawea had done and what people think about her. It may be a good result for the first time.
I'm not sure if it was a good idea for Sacagawea to make a travel with the exprolers. She had a baby at that time, and the trip must be very hard for her. Moreover, I wonder if the exprolers treated her equally as other men. She was an Indian woman and she must be in weak position at that time. Didn't her husband and the men have power over her? Perhaps she had to take part in the company because they told her to. I'd like to read about her from different position.
Christmas Carol, The
I know it is not the season to read Christmas book, in fact far from it, but this is my way to feel cool in summer. Christmas Carol makes me feel kind and generous every time I read it. Moreover, I have different comments each time I read. This time, I thought I have a similar point to Scrroge. Scrroge only thinks about money and work, and these days I am thinkining about studying all the time. This is because I cannot finish my homework unless I spend most of my time in studying, but perhaps I am ignoring my friends' feeling by doing so. I will try to be more kind to my friend.
Knife Markets of Sanaa, The
It looks dangerous to have knives with you all the time, even if it is a tradition and a way to show your status. It is also a serious problem that an unusual animal, “rhinoceros” is being killed because of the people who illegally buy its horns and make the knives. Changing tradition may be difficult, but we must take a quick action to protect the animal, mustn’t we?
Trip to the Lake, A
It will be a very nice trip to go to camp with friends. This book reminded of me the excitement and the joy of a trip and on its way in the car. I cannot wait to make a trip with my own family this summer.
New Song for Nina, A
I thought that Craig would play a song just for Nina because the title of this book was “A New Song for Nina”. Now that I’ve finished reading it, I think this “song” doesn’t mean “music” but a new “life” for Nina. I hope she will be happy with Jon. I think he is too logical sometimes, so I’m a little worried about them. They may be able to stay together if Jon stops thinking about business when he is with Nina, and if Nina stops being angry easily.
Wild Animal Trackers
I think the Cyber Tracker is a very good invention to communicate with people who speak different language. We may come to use it in other areas or genres, too. I is true that we must understand about the animals before we try to protect them. However, now that we had enough information, will we be able to find way to use it and help the animals?
Secret Garden, The
I have read this story several times in Japanese and in other English series. This book had a different story from all of them. I liked the expression of the garden and the change of the children, but I wish it included the old gardener, Ben.
I’d like to lead my life like Mary, walking in the garden after breakfast, playing with friends in the afternoon, surrounded by the beautiful nature. I read that the author’s son became sick and never became well again. It made me a little sad about the ending. She may have hoped her son would be healthy like Colin.
Who's Kooza?
I would feel sick if I found out that my brother was writing graffiti all around the town. I wonder why Steve gad done such a thing though he was a good brother for Chiris. It's a very dangerous thinking to do. I hope he will do well after that.
What Is Nintendo?
This book told me some new information about Nintendo, which produces some of the most popular video games in the world. I didn't know that Nintendo had released so many video games, some of which found to be failures. I learned that being the number one in the world is not so easy. You must always make efforts to think of better idea.
As Nintendo is a Japanese company, most of the name in the book were Japanese so I could read it easily.
Killer Bees!
I didn't know that the native bees in South and Central America has played an important role in keeping the environment. I didn't know that the problem of foreign bees was so serious. An experienced entomologist, Roublik is studying the secrets of native bees and the affection of the foreign bees, but is that enough? I want him to speak out and warn the people and government about it.
Ariadne's Story
It was very interesting! There were many characters in this book and it was a little confusing, but I didn't mind that very much. I'm happy for Ariadine and Enarus. I'd like to lead a free life like them. Many of the people, like Theseus and Dealud are brave and intereigent, and I think it is also an attractive point of this book.
Bella's Big Day
How nice it is to have a birthday party like this! My friend told me that she would do something special on my next birthday. I cannot wait it to come! Here is a little mystery as well. What does Olivia’s Mum and Dad do?
Sundiata the Lion King and Other Royal Tales
Some of the short stories in this series are difficult to understand, so I was a little worried about that, but this one was interesting. Especially, I liked the last one, “Shakuntala and the gold ring”. As for the second story, “Yennenga and the Mossi Kingudom”, I think Yennenga was selfish to ask his farther to let her go home although she had asked him to take her to the battle. Fighting is not the only way to protect her people. She should have helped the people by staying in the country.
What Is LEGO?
The content and the picture reminded me of my playing LEGO when I was in Nursery school. I didn't know that the original LEGO factory had experienced several fires and had been rebuilt, being made bigger than before.
I didn't know that LEGO Friends sets, which I often used to play with, had some controversy, either. It is true that the set may rejustice the children that girls should like hair salons, hospitals, or supermarket, but no one would be able to deny that the set suggest us a fan of creation and role-playing. If the set come to include other facilities, such as police station, railways, or other things which are said to be boys' favorites, that would be wonderful! I feel like playing with LEGO once again.
Making a Deal
I didn't know anything about Moroccan bargaining culture,so it was very interesting. I learned that we should begin with a cheaper price at first. Then, we go up and the vender go down, and then we can arrange it between us. I'd like to visit Fes someday.
Bad Frogs
It's interesting! Olivia was a witch! Will the boys really be nice to Olivia after she turned them into frogs? Anyway, I'm happy that Jack came to be nice to Olivia.
Mr Bean
At first, I didn’t like Mr. Bean like the others in the story, but as the story wen5 on, I came to think he’s very funny. Who would try to wash a famous painting? And who would try to hide it by drawing a funny picture? Only Mr. Bean! I enjoyed reading the story, but I don’t want hem to be in real life. He causes too many troubles.
Olympians, The
I knew that the Olympic games originated in Olympia , Greece, but I didn't know that some of the sports at that time were same as they are today. How wonderful and romantic it is that we are amazed by the sports event in the same way as the ancient Greeks were!
Nicholas Nickleby
I have read about this book in my favorite book, Matilda. In that book, Matilda said that she had read “Nicholas Nickleby” as a four-year-old child. How smart she was! I would have not understand the theme even if I had had an ability to read letters at such an early age. I liked the happy ending and the kind people who helped Nicholas in many ways, but I feel sorry for poor Smike.
Jack's Date
It's getting interesting! Does Olivia have a magical power? What will she do to the bad boys? How will Jack feel? I cannot wait to check next book!
Anyway, what are the boys doing in town?
Princess Diaries2, The
This book was as enjoyable as the one before. I could understand how Mia felt between her mother and her grandmother. I will borrow the next book tomorrow!
Water Sports Adventure
The explanation of the water sports made me feel cool. This is a good book for you to read in summer. I could understand the excitement of Roseler's and his friends'. It made me wish to do the sports someday even though I knew it is very dangerous.
Future of a Village, The
I could learn that some villages have the same problems as Japan_the declines of old industry and the pollution brought by tourism. These are the common problems that we must find solutions. I'd like to visit Essaouira someday.
Dynasties : Penguins
I didn’t know that emperor penguins had such heavy and talk body. Their weights are heavier than mine! I was able to understand the hardness of living in Antarctica. I think penguins are smart and wonderful to think of the way to survive and rise up their children in the cold weather. I like their way of living, to stand together to keep each other warm.
What Is the Story of Willy Wonka?
This book has a lot of information about "Cherry and the chocolate factory" and it's author, Roald Dahl. I have read the original book written by Dahl, but I've never watched the movies. Therefore, I didn't know about the changes which were made in the film. I think the changes made the movie more exciting and heartwarming. I'd like to watch it, and read Dahl's story again!
Princess Diaries, The
My teacher recommend this book to us so I decided to borrow it. I really enjoyed the story while I read it! Though it is a long book with 15000 words. I felt the time passed very quickly. I can't wait to read the next book of this series.
Olivia and the Bad Boys
I understand Jack's feeling, but still I think he should help Olivia. I feel sorry for Olivia, for she was made a fool by the bad boys without reasons, and she cannot make friends with anybody because of it.
Young Riders of Mongolia, The
I have read about the Naadam race, an important tradition of Mongolia, in a different book.No matter how many times I read, it is surprising that children in Mongolia are be able to ride horses such a long distance.
Orangutan Language
I didn't know that orangutans had abilities to communicate with each other using language. It is a pity that such smart animals are in danger of extinct, but there may be still hope. The friendship between Shoemaker and Inda and Asie warmed my heart. I'm still not sure about one thing. How do the orangutans and Shoemaker develop language skills by naming the objects?
New Girl in School, A
This book was much shorter and easier to read than I had expected. Mayne it was a right choice for me to choose this as a book which I read before the examination. I can't wait to read the next book. Will Jack be able to help Olivia?And is Olivia really a wizard?
Wild Cities
I didn’t know that so many kinds of animals are living in cities. It is a good thing that the animals which once disappeared from the city should be able to live there because it became cleaner than before. However, it is true that living with wild animals around can be difficult. We may have troubles, such as a car hitting the animals or a dangerous snake biting a man. We must live together keeping a distance from each other. To accomplish it, we must learn about the animals and think of some rules and customs to protect them. For example, we should keep the rivers clean, and also we should not leave our pets in the city because it can be a big problem.Trying to make a kind city for animals may be helpful for us, too.
King Arthur
The story was interesting, but I think it hasn't finished yet. I wonder where the next one is.
Gliding Across the Gobi
Gliding over the desert seems to be exciting, but the way to reach it is very dangerous…. It is surprising that people should normally live there.I don't want to try it, but I could understand that we have to learn about the desert so that we could think of something to stop it from growing.
Lost Love and Other Stories
As this book consisted of some short stories, it was easy to read. I liked the story, “The Charm” best. In it, the character said that a brave man is a man who does not let his fear stop him, and it gave me some courage. I want to be such a person.
Life may be strange sometimes, but that makes it more interesting.
Who Was Princess Diana?
I admire her very much for treating others equally, though she was a beautiful woman from a nobility. However, I wonder if she was such a perfect person as was written in this book. In other book which I read a long time ago, I think she was said to be "A Princess who is said to be a heroin of sad fairy tale after she died". Maybe, people rose up her and thought she was such a great person like a heroin after her dramatic last. I should check other books and find out the truth
Dreamtime Painters
I didn't know that Aboriginal culture was the oldest continuous human culture on Earth. The ancient Egypt culture or Chinese culture doesn't continue any longer. I think that is why the Aboriginal is said to be the oldest.
In the last sentence, the author says, "Hopefully, they(the rock art) will help save memories of the great civilization who owned this land long ago, and who still own it today," but I doubt if the owners of Australia nowadays are really Aboriginal people. I think the Europeans, who came to the continent later, are ruling it now. They should pay more respect to the Aboriginal and their culture and something to protect them.
Twelfth Night
The story was interesting, but the ending doesn't make sense for me. Why did Duke Orsio asked Viola to marry him so suddenly? What made him to do so? Moreover, what will happen to Maria, who had played a trick on Malvolio and Antonio, who was arrested by the policeman?
Ballet Shoes
I like this kind of series. The girls always think about each other naturally, and I think it is not an easy thing to do. I hope that they will be able to lead a happy life ever after, putting their names in history books. All people in this book are nice and warm, and that's another point in which I like the story.
Gorilla Watching Tours
I didn't know that mountain gorillas are so hard to see. It reminded me of Hanno,which was in an OBW book n J3. He too was a victim of human's activities. I hope the gorillas will have a better life in the future.
Nature
I can’t believe that this book had 8000 words! How quick I felt the time passed! Besides describing Alyssa’s feeling very well, it had a little mystery about her experience. Moreover, the expression of nature was really beautiful. It made me feel like visiting Taxas. I hope Alyssa will lead a happy life, writing something which will change the bad world. I think she will probably able to do that with Zach, supporting each other.
Dangerous Dining
This book explains about Japanese dangerous culture, a custom to eat fugu. It reminded me of my friend who made a presentation about this fish. It made me laugh a little, though I know I should not to, that putting fugu in a shape of chrysanthemum, which is a common flower at funerals
Classifying Plants
The information in this book had a close connection with what I learned in Biology class. If I had not had Biological knowledge, I would not have understood the content. I learned that we can use what we learned in other subject to understand a book written in English.
Note for me
mosses=a kind of plant that do not have a system to keep or move the liquid in their body(vascular system)
spore=a spore is very small, and it floats in the air. Mosses and ferns both reproduce by spores.
I enjoyed the story all though the reading, and I like the ending in some way. I think it was good for Hoomy to find his ambition at last, and am happy for Nails for his having his place. However, I don't like the adults who always decide what the children will do by themselves. I think they should care about the children's feeling more
Pele
Before reading this book, I didn't know even the name of this fantastic player. I could see that he was a wonderful player from the beginning, but I wander if he really didn't have a hard time. I wanted read more about it and how he had overcome it.
Phoenix and the Carpet, The
I have read "Children and it", the first volume of this story, but I had never read nor heard of this book. I recognized that this book was the second volume of it because it gad the name, Anthea, Cyril, Robert, and Jane. How Lucky I am!
I enjoyed the whole story, but I liked the ending best. After all, the Phoenix was really kind and warm-hearted that he should use his one last wish to send the children presents . One thing that I felt sad was, that the sand-fairy, which was in the first book, didn't appear at all except for his name.
Climate Rebels
I forgot to bring earphones with me, so I couldn't listen to the MP3.I t was still interesting, though. I didn't know most of the people in this book, but they all amazed and impressed me. It was surprising that William, a boy in A Africa, should have made a windmill by himself.
Who Was Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart?
I chose this book because I wanted to know the life of Mozart, the great composer who wrote more than 600 concertos, sonatas, symphonies, and operas. It is surprising that he should have done so many works in his thirty-five-year life. I didn't know that he was so talented a child. If only he had lived a little more long! At least he could have finished the requiem .
Cambodia Animal Rescue
It 's a sad fact that so many animals have to stay in the center forever. Even though it was the best way for the animals to survive, I cannot stop wondering why they have to do that. We must do something to stop poaching, or we will lose the wild animals.
Homes Around the World
I didn't know that there were so many kinds of home in the world. It is surprising that the White House should have 35 bathrooms! It's hard to believe that it is a "home" of the American president.
I didn't know that some houses in Iceland had roofs covered in grass. I think it is a wise way to keep the temperature in the house comfortable.
about Time
I liked this story a lot! I have never heard of it's title nor story, but the information told me that it became a movie. I'd like to watch it. The conversation between Tim and his farther in chapter 8 almost made me cry.
Here is the sentence that I liked best.
"There are always days we would like to change. But they are an important part of our lives. They are still days to remember."
How to Turn Down a Billion Dollars
Before reading, I didn't know the name of the application, "Snapchat",. Maybe, it's not so popular in Japan as it is in the U.S.? I think people around me is using Instagram or X more often.
I don't agree with all of the idea of Evens'. I think the company should think about the users as well as making money.
Wind Power
I didn't know that there ware some schools which have its own wind turbine. What a good idea it is to save money by using wind power to make energy! It is good for school, and good for environment, too. Also, it is a good business for them to sell extra energy.I heard that Japan is rich in geothermic, so maybe we should use it wisely.
Puffin Rescue
I didn't know that there was a tradition to help Puffins.If the children learn to be kind to the birds, it will help them to think about the environment and it will help the birds, too. I hope the birds which were helped in the town will be able to live freely in the wild life.
Adventure Capital of the World, The
The pictures were beautiful, but I don't want to try any adventure sports. It seems very dangerous and scary. However, I'd like to visit New Zealand once in life as it seems a beautiful, green country.
Great Migrations
I didn't know that so many kinds of animals migrate to escape from cold or to breed. I also learned that the animals' migrations are in danger because of climate change. If the ocean currents change, it will be really hard for those which learn the right direction to go by feeling ocean currents to reach the right place. We must do something yo help them.
Who Was Helen Keller?
This story told me not only about Helen Keller, but also about her teacher, Annie Sullivan. I didn't know that she was an orphan nor she was not sure if she could teach Helen. I was so impressed by the relationship between Helen and Annie and the fact that being in Keller's gave Annie her first home.
This series has no audio, so at first it was not easy to read. However I think I am coming to be able to read this fast. The more I read, the faster I will be able to. I will keep on trying, like Helen.
Memory Man, The
It was a very interesting idea that a great memory may not depend on the right DNA only. The sentence, “ Everyone can remember more if they try,” gave me hope. First, I will try hard and remember some English words and the way to answer the mathematical questions for tomorrow’s exam.
Disappearing World, A
I didn’t know that the rain forest in Africa had so many animals and I didn’t know that it has an area of fast moving water and very old forest. We cannot see it in other area so often! We must protect it. This book has many big pictures, so it made me think about the value and importance of the forest.
Night Hunt
I could understand how dangerous to live in the wild life. The animals at the area must make decisions quickly or they will be eaten by another animal! How scary it is! I hope the young servel cat. which couldn't catch his meal this time, would get one next time.
Moonfleet
I didn’t like the story while I was reading it because it was dark and dangerous, but I ‘m happy that it had a happy ending. Elzevir did bad things, but he was always kind to John. He was a criminal in police’s eyes, but was a loving farther for John. Sometimes, poverty makes people do wrong things. That’s too sad.
*smuggler=a person who takes goods into or out of a country illegally
Blog Love
I once had a plan to study English in the U.K. for two weeks, so it was interesting for me to read about Junko, a Japanese girl who stays in London for three months. As my mother said, you shouldn’t be shy in foreign countries, or you will never make any friends.
I think Junko should avoid meeting Jeff. He seems to be dangerous. In my opinion, Silvio is Slow Boy and he is right for her.
Transportation Then and Now
I didn’t know that there were so many kind of transportation in the world.Especially, the world’s longest car, which has a swimming pool ,was really a surprising new fact for me. I’d like to get on a gondola in Venice, and someday, I want to try a jet back, too. It seems exciting that you can fly anywhere with it.
William and Kate
Before the reading, I didn’t know about William and Kate at all. It seems they are a very happy couple, but it is a sad fact that things are always difficult for the wife or husband, boyfriend or girlfriend of the member of the royal family. It seems hard for Kate and Williams to do their usual work and their work as the part of the royal family.I hope they can have a happy future together.
The picture and explanation of the big wedding cake made me feel hungry. I wish I could have one someday.
Butler School
I didn't t know that there was a butter school in England and I didn't know that they really walks with a glass on their head. It seems a little funny that they continue walking with a glass on their head, saying "Your Champaign, sir", "No problem, sir".
Smallville Arrival
The story was difficult. I still don't understand what happened in 1989 and what where Carl has come from. It was a bit sad that Clark and Lana didn't fall in love in each other, but I think it's realistic.
Stories of Magical Animals
I didn't know the evil creature, cockatrice, and I didn't want to. It's name is like a call of a rooster, but it was not funny at all. I am happy that it doesn't exist in our world.
I wonder what makes the difference between pegasus and unicorn.
Hamlet
This is a sad and dark story. Almost everyone in this story dies. I knew the story and borrowed it, but it was sadder and darker than I thought. It made me unhappy. I would like to read some nice and happy stories next.
Puffin Keeper, The
I liked the picture and I liked the story, as well. I am happy that Ben is not a lonely old man any more. I wonder how many people live there in puffin island.
Birds in Paradise
How wonderful to live in such a beautiful island, breathing pure oxygen! This book is a documentary about Neckless, who tries to take photographs of a rare bird. When he got the photo, I was amazed. I hope he will find more amazing fact.
Gandhi
I think continuing nonviolent protest required a great courage. He could have been hurt while he was marching or stopping work. He’s turely a brave and determined man. It’s too sad that he should have died by being shot.
Taiko Master
I didn't know that taico was so famous in the U.S.! I didn't know that it was so hard a work to drum.
Octopussy & The Living Daylights
I knew that the story of James Bond was famous, but I didn't know about him at all. When I read the first story. "Octopussy", I thought he was as cool a man as cucumber, but after reading the second story. I could see that he has a human heart.However, I still don't understand him.
Stories of Ghosts
I thought it's funny that the ghost is on television when you switched it on to watch cartoon. Also. I liked the idea of ghosts having their peaceful hotel.
Although this series has some difficult words. I can read it having fun.
Audrey Hepburn
Before reding, I didn't know much about her. I thought she was in " Gone with the wind", but actiolly she wasn't. A famous acteress like her has a bad time in life. It gave me a little hope.
Who Was Marie Antoinette?
I learned about French Revolution in history, so I thought it would be a good reivew to read this book. It is true that Marie Antoniette had spent a lot of money,
Christmas Carol, A
I know it’s a bit too fast to read a Christmas story, but I couldn’t wait to read this until Christmas. I have read this book in some other series, but this was the most detailed book that I have ever read. I thought it’s so frightening that the poor people should take the furniture from Scrooge’s house after he died. I learned the importance of being kind to others. I want to keep smiling all the time as much as possible. I looked up the dictionary, and found the proverb, “One good tern deserves another”. I think it is really a kind and true proverb.
What's So Funny?
I think it’s a very dangerous idea to make people buy more things by controlling their feeling. I’m happy that Grandpa and Clunk could make the cure in time, and I think Clunk is really wise to make it in place of Grandpa. He’s a robot, so he didn’t catch the laughing illness. Maybe, he’s the strongest character in this story?
Wizard of Oz, The
I have read this story in Japanese but it was different from this book in some way. In the Japanese book which I read, Oz said the three friends had already had what they wanted, for they had shown it through the journey. However, in this book, he gave them to the friends without saying that they already had it.( it was not a real brain, heart, or courage though) I wonder which was the real story.
Picture in the Attic
When I read this story a little before I browed it, I thought it would be a scary story, and it was. I was as scared as Emma as I read through the story. ( Maybe it was because I read it at night.)
I'm happy that this book had a happy ending. I hope Emma and Chalie will have happy life ever after.
Nate the Great Goes Down in the Dumps
I thought that Rosamond's box could be under her crate, but I had no basis. I wonder if I will be able to solve the case before Nate.
Nelson Mandela
I know a little about Nelson Mandela, but I didn’t know detailed information about him. That’s why I took out this book.
I cannot believe that so many people should die in the protest against apartheid, and I cannot believe that Mandela had tried so many years to make the new South Africa even though he had been to prison so many years. If I were he, I would have given up when I had been sent to such a bad prison and had not been able to be present at my mother’s death.
American Life
It was confusing becouse the audio had some words or sentences which was not written in the book.(though it was a good practice of listenng)
I could learn a lot about America in the past and now.
Dirt Bike Rider
Andy has a good heart to help Gizmo though he had once been jealous of him. Being jealous of my friend may often happen, but I want to have a generosity to congratuat her heartly.
Robin Hood
I have read “Robin Hood” in some different series, but I’ve never read about how he lived before he came to be called Robin Hood. I didn’t know that he gets a wife, either. In this book, I could learn more about Robin’s characters and why he lives in the forest. That made the book more interesting.
Bella in Wonderland
I'd like to go into the books, but I don't want to go into this book.I think the wonderland in this book is strange as well as Bella.
This series is very easy to read but I won't be able to read it so long, for I have already read most of them.
Three Musketeers, The
I didn’t know that “Sanjyuushi” was “ The Three Musketeers”. I realized it when I heard the name, d’Artagnan. I wonder why it is “three” though there were four friends.
It was an interesting story and I was astonished to see how evil Milady was. I think the Cardinal should have been punished as well as Milady.
Railway Children, The
At first, I thought this would be a sad story, for its title was “The Railway Children”, but it was a mistake. This is a kind, hear-twarming story.I was impressed with the old gentleman’s kindness. He gave the children good food and some money though they were completely strangers.
Lost in New York
I don’t want to get lost in New York. It’s too big and has too many buildings to find someone . Nicky was lucky to find Mrs Minerva on the boat, but I couldn’t expect who Mrs Minerva was!
I know it’s a story, but I think Nicky should not have run away from police. If he had told them everything, they would have not think he was a thief and have helped him.
Tiny Ocean, The
I was surprised that should be up to 10 million planktn in one bucket of ocean water.I also scared of rhe fact that so many plastics are floating in the ocean. We don't want to eat a fish with a lot of plastics inside, so we must do something.
Tolstoy's Short Stories
I thought Tolstoy's story would be difficult to understand, but it wasn't. I think I had read "Ivan the fool" before, but I had forget the ending.People call him Ivan a fool, but I think he isn't. This story tells us that a man who is deligent and peaceful isn't a fool even if he seems to miss his chance to success becouse of it.
All about Desert Life
I didn’t know that so many people, animals, and plants have lived in desert. Desert is an interesting place as well as a very dry place. I was also surprised that there are some animals that sleep in the hottest parts of summer. I don’t like hot seasons, so I’d like to sleep during summer, too.
I learned that people in China are using wall of trees to stop desertification near the Gobi Desert. It is like the new “Great wall”!
Northanger Abbey
It was my second time to read this story. The first time I read it, I simply enjoyed the story, and this time I learned some lessons from it. We should choose people who we make friends. Isabella Simms Tobe a good girl at first, but she turned out to be a selfish girl. We won’t know the true friends until we get closer to them.
Extraordinary Life of Mahatma Gandhi, The
I knew that Gandi was the man who had wirked for Indian dependence, but I didn't know that he had worked for South Africa, too.
I feel happy that India had got its independence at last, but I feel angry with British for making trouble between Hindus and Muslims.
Wild Water Ride, A
This book was about “Water cycle”. Jack and Bella had been in a size of molecules and traveled with them. I couldn’t believe Popup could do that!
I learned that liquid changing into gas is “evaporation” in English, and gas changing into water is “condensation”.
Five Plays for Today
It was consists of five short stories and was easy to read. I like the second one, “Let’s talk now!” the best. It made my heart warm. I wish I had a friend like this as my neighbor.
Merchant of Venice, The
I am happy that Antnio had saved his life, but I am not sure if what he had done was right. It is true that trying kill Antnio was a bad thing to do, but I don't t
All About Plants
This book has a lot of interesting fact about plants. I didn’t know that there were a seed which can weigh 30 kilograms (about the same as a ten-year-old child) or a plant which does not have any roots and grows on water. I could see that plants are very important to us as well. I will buy recycled paper when I can so that I can protect the plants.
Three Tales of Deadly Desire
At first, I thought this book was similar to “Zenitendo” but, it was more scary than it. Each story told me that we cannot get what I wanted easily. For people who doesn’t like a frightening story I recommend not to read this.
Story of Helen Keller, The
I have read about her life in Japanese, but this was my first time to read it in English. I cannot imagine how it would be like to live in the world that has no light and no sound. It was thanks to her teacher, Anne ' s lessons and Helen's hard work that Helen could learn many things and help other people. I was surprised that Anne should be only 21 years old when she came to teach Helen.
Hope on Turtle Island
What a terrible idea to stop turn off all the world’s electricity. I am happy that Rosie, Ben, and grandpa succeeded in persuading Professor Hope.I liked the ending ,too. Moreover, it was short and easy to read! That’s why I gave this book ★4.
Small Problem, A
I don't think that the small animals and plants are disappearing.We have to find the way to save them like the elves.
Freckles
It was short and easy to read.I could understand why Susie liked Jack.I think he is a good boy.However, I can't understand why Susie says Donna is a best friend.I don't think she' s a good person.
Incredible Earth
The title, “Incredible Earth” remained me of a Disney movie, “Incredible Family”(though I had never watched it)
The contents were like the things that I am learning in Geography class. I learned that “プレート” is “crust” in English.
Best Friends
It was about a girl who fell in love with her best friend, though he had already had a girl friend.
The story was not special, but somehow it made me feel interested. Maybe because the conversation between the characters were funny? This series is easy to read, so I want to recommend it to the others.
Time Machine, The
I learned about this book in SAD series and thought it seemed interesting.It was interesting in fact.
I’m worried about Weena and I don’t want this terrible future to be real. I will not stop using my brain and moving my body so as not to be the weak, lazy Eloi. I should also pay attention to the environment.
Life on the Edge
There were some technical terms in this book, and I sometimes got lost. Perhaps it was too early for me to read this level.
It was surprising that living in space should make me taller, but I don’t want drink urine.
All About Ocean Life
I read a book in this series after a long time. Last time I read it, I thought it was too difficult for me, but now I could read it easily.
It's a sad thing that the sea is polluted.
Barack Obama
I have heard his speeches, so it was interesting to learn about his life.Many people think he was a great President, and I thought it was because he is an African-American and knows how hard the life is for poor people. However, it was mistake. It is true that he knows the hardship of poor life, but it is not because he experienced it but he listened to it from many people. He had made a lot of effort to change the country, and I think that’s why he is said to have been a great President.