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October Read - The Inquisitor's Tale: Or, The Three Magical Children and Their Holy Dog
By Kristen · 35 posts · 227 views
By Kristen · 35 posts · 227 views
last updated Feb 23, 2017 12:30PM
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While the plot is good, I'm going to focus on the fact that this story touched my heart. This is the type of story I hope children get the opportunity to discuss and not just get tested on. And wouldn't it be wonderful if principals encouraged their teachers to read this book and discuss it? The discussions would certainly center on what the reader takes to heart and the difference the characters make in having the reader realize his own words of wisdom.
I'll be looking for more by this author. ...more
I'll be looking for more by this author. ...more
Ms. Bixby is a teacher who is about to go on a hard life journey, but she doesn't let that interrupt her impact on her kids. The story is told from three points of view of three friends who set out to make one particular day her best. So much happens, and I don't want to spoil the ending. Just read it!
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I may be a little too emotional to write this review as I have just finished the book, so we'll see how it goes..
I am not a 6th grade public school boy, but if I was, I think that I'd have been friends with the three boys in this book...Complete geeks who end up with a fellow geek for a teacher.
On the topic of teachers, the main characters in this book say, "Everyone knows there are different kinds of teachers. The good ones. The not-so-good ones. The boring ones, the mean ones, the ones who try ...more
Yes, I loved this book.
Yes, I will recommend this widely to teachers to read aloud.
But I actually have some issues with this book. Not the least of which is I feel it's just another kids book that is really for grownups.
I'm sure it'll win awards. I'm sure that in December it'll be one of the best books I read this year. But that's because I think it was written for me. ...more
Yes, I will recommend this widely to teachers to read aloud.
But I actually have some issues with this book. Not the least of which is I feel it's just another kids book that is really for grownups.
I'm sure it'll win awards. I'm sure that in December it'll be one of the best books I read this year. But that's because I think it was written for me. ...more
This was the kind of book that teachers love, and kids who really connect with their teachers might like. There's some mild swearing and a little bit of alcohol (though no drinking), but this would be a pretty good choice for 5th-7th graders.
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Death is for sure. Good teachers are not for sure. Friends are for sure. Wonderful writing brings all three together in a page turner best for coming of age 6th -12th graders.
Beloved 6th grade teacher Ms. Bixby has cancer. Three of her students set off on an adventure to make her last day perfect.
This book reminded me of Stand By Me and is a tear jerker.
This book reminded me of Stand By Me and is a tear jerker.
So heart-breakingly good.
Liked how author showed the effect of one teacher on some of her students.
Made me emotional.
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