Abby wants to be a star too

“The Amazing Days of Abby Hayes #03: Reach for the Stars”

Anne Mazer

Abby Hayes is an ordinary fifth-grader. She wants to be a wonder at something, like the rest of her family. Her sister Eva is the best at sports; her other sister, Isabel, is an A+ student; and her little brother, Alex, is a genius.

Auditions are held for a presentation of the play “Peter Pan.” Abby tries out for the role of Wendy, but know-it-all Breanna gets it, and Abby is stuck with being the narrator. Will she be a star like the rest of the family? Read the book to find out.

Reviewed by Emily, 7

Welby Way Magnet School

West Hills

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“Rascal”

Sterling North

The story begins on a dark night when Sterling finds a raccoon and bonds with it. He names it Rascal.

You should read this book because it tells about a boy and a raccoon having a great friendship. Rascal and Sterling go on adventures, adventures and adventures. Rascal even bites Sterling’s archenemy.

I really liked this story because it has a lot of animal stuff in it and is sometimes very funny. One time, Rascal washes his sugar lump, it disappears and he can’t figure it out. Of course, it has to stop sometime. One day in spring everything changes. But I can’t tell you about those changes, can I? Because you need to read “Rascal” for yourself!

Reviewed by Claire, 10

Fremont Elementary

Glendale

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“The Tenth City: The Land of Elyon

Book 3”

Patrick Carman

Alexa’s hometown has been conquered by Victor and his evil ogres. Warvold is working with Alexa to help save their squirrel friend, Yipes. They are also trying to get rid of the bad guy, Yipes’ kidnapper, Victor Grindall. .

Then Alexa meets her dad while trying to save Yipes. Alexa’s dad cares a lot about her, so he tries to save Yipes to keep her out of danger. Will Yipes be rescued? What will happen to Alexa’s dad? Is Alexa strong enough to stop Grindall?

Reviewed by Paola, 10

Ivanhoe Elementary

Los Angeles

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