S1 Book Trailer

Congratulations to our small team of S1 Book Reviewers on their first book trailer.

S6 boys recommend...

Book title: Troy lord of the silver bow

Author: David Gemmel

Review: In a "Time of heroes" history and legend combine to tell the tale of Troy. This epic story tells the tale of two heroes. Helikuon, a young prince of Dardania, is haunted by her scarred and traumatic childhood. Argiarious is cloaked in loneliness and driven only by thoughts of revenge. Both land and sea battles are epic. This is a true time of bravery and betrayal.

Reviewed by Craig 

Book title: The Inheritance Cycle

Author: Christopher Paolini

Review: "The Inheritance Cycle" is composed of four books (Eragon, Eldest, Brisingr and Inheritance) and these books are by far the best thing I've ever read. The story is greatly invigorating and the twists and turns within the plot  will keep you on your toes the full time. These books will have any lover of fantasy completely pulled in and will have them fall helplessly in love with the characters (or at least with the heroes!).

Reviewed by Roran Garrowsson -  yes we know who he is!!

What would you suggest to improve the library?

Would it be more wonderful new books or would you like new techologies?
Or would you prefer to change any of the furniture, surrounds?
Suggestions to Dr Carter as soon as possible.

2011 Scottish Children's Book Awards

Welcome to Fiona, Rebecca, Megan, Jack, Rhiann and Paige the new S1 who have joined our Junior Book Group. We have started reading for the Scottish Book Awards. Still time if you want to come along once a fortnight on a Thursday lunchtime. Senior Book group meet on alternate Thursdays.

Junior Book group

Zac and the Dream Pirates by Ross Mackenzie	Slightly Jones and the Case of the London Dragonfish by Joan Lennon	There's a Hamster in my Pocket by Franzeska G Ewart

Senior Book Group

Prisoner of the Inquisition by Theresa Breslin	Wasted by Nicola Morgan	The Blackhope Enigma by Teresa Flavin

"Stormbreaker " by Anthony Horowitz

This book is the bomb shiza, no book can compare to this.  In it a young boy's uncle gets murdered by a contract killer. The boy called Alex finds this strange and stumbles on an evil plot. I like the book because it is about spys.

Review by GW.

"Stormbreaker" is a breathtaking book with spectacular detail and fantastic description. It is a tale of a 14 year old boy named Alex Rider whose uncle Ian dies from an assassination.  Alex is determined to get revenge so he joins M16 and is sent on a mission to Cornwall and gets cuaght. If you like thrilling books read thois one.

Review by J-dog 1998

Reading for the weekend.

If you have had enough of the Royal Wedding why not take some books home to read for the weekend? Top of my list of recommendations is The Patrick Ness Trilogy. The book group will be reading "Monsters of Men" for the Carnegie challenge but do start with "The knife of never letting go."  It is superb, original writing and for all those in the Debate Group who have been thinking about war, terrorism and power this has much to make you question every decision our world leaders make. Here's a quote from Perri "One of the best books I've ever read. An epic conclusion to the Chaos Walking series."

For all our Carnegie reviews see our Carnegie website at  www.ckg.org.uk/shadowing then select Reading Groups, Armadale Academy Spinetinglers.

"Point Blanc" by Anthony Horowitz

Do you think you could be a spy, go to France and put your life on the line? Yes, then Point Blanc is the book for you. Feel the butterflies as the main character Alex goes on his secret mission.

The best action book ever!

Review by Becca.

"The Illustrated Mum" by Jacqueline Wilson

A young adult book with creative tattooing!

A great creative read.

Picture and recommendation from SHA SHA

Carnegie shortlist- Just announced.

BRESLIN, THERESA PRISONER OF THE INQUISITION

McCAUGHREAN GERALDINE THE DEATH DEFYING PEPPER ROUX

NESS, PATRICK MONSTERS OF MEN

ROSOFF, MEG THE BRIDE’S FAREWELL                                

SEDGWICK, MARCUS WHITE CROW

WALLACE, JASON OUT OF SHADOWS

Please speak to Dr Carter if you would be willing to read and review one of the above books for our reading challenge.

WANTED: Enthusiastic readers!

The book group will be participating in the Carnegie Reading Challenge - to read and judge the best books for teenagers written in the past year. If you feel you are up to the challenge speak to Dr Carter.

You can participate by attending the Book Club on a Thursday lunchtime or you can complete a review slip and return to Dr C.

"Sheltie the Shetland Pony" by Peter Clover

Meet Emma and her adorable shetland pony whose sense of fun and mischief leads them both into adventures. Emma is a little girl that moves to the countryside and meets a pony called Sheltie. Emma and Sheltie become great friends. People who love animals will love this book.  Comment from KR picture by ZG

"Dork Diaries" by Rachel Renee Russell

Nikki is a 14 year old girl who moved school. She is very artistic and considered a bit of a nerd. Now there is new friends, a new crush and a new jerk, Makenzie. Ever since Nikki entered the art contest Mackenzie has been mean to her. Nikki will spill all her secrets in her diary. A great book for teenage girls!

Recommended by Muddy Welly

"Nudie Dudie" by Michael Lawrence

Can you imagine how you would feel if your clothes just disappeared - in public! Amazingly this is what happens to Jiggy McCue and his friends. A hysterically funny book. Snigger at Jiggy's most embarrassing adventure yet. You might just find yourself laughing out loud!

Picture drawn by AF

"Diary of a Wimpy Kid - Dog Days" by Jeff Kinney

I think this book is great and tell's you his whole life and what he did in the summer. Once I showed my friends the book they all wanted to read it. This book will make you laugh and I would recommend it.

Comment by L.F.   Picture by K.D

"The Kill Zone" by Chris Ryan

This book is EPIC. It is about war and the IRA. It is action packed and has good cliffhangers. Chris Ryan is a former SAS so has lots of ideas. Chris Ryan will keep you reading forever. Blowing up helicopters, amazing guns and epic action -

if you like all that read this book.
Comments from R.E.King

"London" by Sebastian Rook.

Read it if you dare!

• It's a thriller
• It's scary
• It has lots of vampires
• Read it if you dare!

Picture and comment by JL

"Kissed by an angel" by Elizabeth Chandler.

A beautiful tale of two lovers who face a tragic car accident. As one weeps in the shadows of her friends the other comes back as an Angel. I loved the gripping story of how they reach to each other in complete romance.

Written by Zaylee

Celebrate Reading.

This Thursday is World Book Day.

All S1 classes will be visiting the library to take part in activities.

Vouchers will be issued to all S1 classes.

Pupils in S2- S6 who wish a voucher should see Dr Carter.


Thursday Break: Staff quiz- in the staffroom.

Night World - Pupil recommendation.

The Night World Volume 1 by L.J.Smith.

It's like stepping into a magical world where everything exists. It is impossible to put down and you will fall in love with the book instantly.

by Sam.A

The Dragon Whisperer- Book Trailer No 2

Cover to Cover Scholastic book magazine

All orders to be in by Friday 4th Feb. The most popular purchase this month has been "100% gleek"- perhaps it is the super huge poster which has been the attraction? 

Other popular titles "Gulliver's travels" and "Agent 21" the new Chris Ryan story.

Be part of our BLOG

Come on all you keen readers at Armadale. Please support our BLOG by sending us a comment or completing a book review sheet (purple) and hand it to the librarian or pupil helpers at the issue desk.
Let us know what you think of the BLOG and if you would like to be a regular part of our team why not join the BOOK Group on a Thursday lunchtime?

P.C.Cast

Meet the author- P.C. Cast

House of Night Series

WATERSTONE'S - GLASGOW SAUCHIEHALL STREET

Thursday, 20 January 2011, 6:30PM - 8:00PM
Tickets free, available from the branch.

Further details: 0141 332 9105

If you missed the events in Edinburgh and Stirling try for tickets at Glasgow- but you will have to be quick.   Good luck!