Pettus Secondary Library Blog

THE DAY BEFORE, by Lisa Schroeder

2011-07-26T14:26:00.006-05:00

THE DAY BEFOREby Lisa SchroederAR: Not YetInterest Level: 9th and UpWow, I have been so bad about keeping up with this blog. I've read a lot of books; I just never seem to tie myself to a chair long enough to post about them! This one, though...I simply MUST share, for several reasons:1. It's written by Lisa Schroeder, and to put it plainly, Lisa rocks my face off. Click HERE to find out why

Thirty Books, by Mrs. Schauer

2011-07-26T10:09:00.013-05:00

So I had one of my former second grade students, Kathy Mireles, from Skidmore, post a link to the "Thirty Day Book Challenge" on my Facebook wall this morning. I loved the concept, but knew I would not follow through with posting a single book each day. Then I had a great idea--post my answers on the high school blog! Anyway, I'm here in the library, and I have a gazillion things to do, which is

LESSONS FROM A DEAD GIRL, by Jo Knowles

2011-03-07T10:14:00.008-06:00

LESSONS FROM A DEAD GIRLby Jo KnowlesReview by Mrs. SchauerAR: YesIntended Audience: Upper GradesThis book has been in our collection for a while. Emily, of course read it right away, and encouraged me to read it. I, as always, could never seem to find the time to get it read it as well. I have this problem where if I start a book, I can't put it down until I finish it, and nothing else in

Wooohoooooo!!!

2011-02-24T11:32:00.000-06:00

Well, well, well. I have not been blogging here much, because it felt like no one ever read what I posted. It would appear that some of my students have stumbled on this blog, FINALLY! LOL Guess I need to start posting what I read, huh?

2010-10-26T19:44:00.002-05:00

ROOM, by Emma DonoghueAR: Not YetInterest Level: Upper GradesI have not purchased the hard copy of this book yet, because Emily wanted it..um....NOW, so I ordered it for the Kindle. I decided to download the audiobook to listen on a road trip, and am SO glad I did! This was one of those books that I became so engrossed in the audio, that I ended up reading it on the Kindle whenever I wasn't in

BLOOD ON MY HANDS, by Todd Strasser

2010-10-12T10:51:00.003-05:00

BLOOD ON MY HANDSby Todd StrasserAR: Not YetInterest Level: High School and UpWell, Todd Strasser has done it again! His books are so incredibly popular in our library because they are....juicy! They keep the reader on the edge of their seat for the entire experience of reading them...and this one is no different. I must be honest and tell you that I haven't finished this book yet. Now that

SUCH A PRETTY GIRL, by Laura Wiess

2010-06-04T13:47:00.005-05:00

SUCH A PRETTY GIRLby Laura WiessAR: YesInterest Level: High SchoolI read this book in one sitting on a recent fishing trip with my family. I simply could not put it down. It reminded me a little of LIVING DEAD GIRL, but the emotions it evoked in me weren't quite as harsh. Still, it was a tough read.This is Meredith's story. She is fifteen years old, and at the start of the book, she learns that

Trailer for FALLOUT, by Ellen Hopkins

2010-05-07T14:23:00.004-05:00

FALLOUT, by Ellen HopkinsAR: Not YetBook Release Date: September 16, 2010Interest Level: Upper GradesTrailer by Mrs. Schauer

High Point of TLA (for me anyway!)

2010-04-20T09:22:00.004-05:00

Last week was the annual Texas Library Association Conference--and I FINALLY got to meet three of my favorite authors: Ellen Hopkins, Sonja Sones and Lisa Schroeder. The were on a panel together, discussing their personal writing styles and the processes they go through to write their books. It was awesome to listen in an three such incredible writers sharing like that. I wish I would have been

DRUMS GIRLS AND DANGEROUS PIE, by Jordan Sonnenblick Posted by Mrs. Schauer

2010-04-11T10:40:00.005-05:00

DRUMS GIRLS AND DANGEROUS PIEby Jordan SonnenblickAR: YesInterest Level: Upper Middle Grades and HigherThis book has been on my shelf for as long as I've been in my library (four years) and it has been read by countless teen-aged boys--Bubba, Derek, Wessels, and other kids that have to REALLY like a book to give it a thumbs-up, have praised this one. When I have a reluctant reader walk in, and a

EVERLOST, by Neal Shusterman Posted by Mrs. Schauer

2010-04-11T10:12:00.005-05:00

EVERLOST, by Neal ShustermanAR: YesInterest Level: Upper Middle Grades and HigherThis book, the first in the SKINJACKER trilogy, has found a definite following in my library, so I decided to give the audio book a listen on a recent trip. I was hooked from the very beginning, as I was drawn into the stories of Nick, Allie, and Leif, and their experiences in Everlost. Everlost is the place where

FAR FROM YOU, by Lisa Schroeder Posted by Mrs. Schauer

2010-04-08T14:28:00.004-05:00

FAR FROM YOU, by Lisa Schroeder AR: YesInterest Level: Upper GradesMost of you know that I have been on a Lisa Schroeder kick since she reached out to my daughter Hailee, which I blogged about in my I Heart You, You Haunt Me post. I have have read three of her books now, and I do believe that this one is my favorite. This is Alice's story, and it follows her through the process of grieving her

THE UNWRITTEN RULE by Elizabeth Scott Posted by Mrs. Schauer

2010-04-06T19:15:00.006-05:00

THE UNWRITTEN RULE by Elizabeth ScottAR: Not Yet (but soon, or so they tell me!)Interest Level: Upper GradesI have read four of Elizabeth's books, and holy smokes, does this lady have some kind of range! My first experience with her books was LOVE YOU HATE YOU MISS YOU, which is the story of a girl dealing with the death of her best friend. It was a heart-wrenching read, but the characters were

The Playlist...

2010-03-25T12:16:00.007-05:00

After posting yesterday's blog entry about I HEART YOU, YOU HAUNT ME, by Lisa Schroeder, I have gotten quite a few emails asking for the playlist I referenced. I decided to just post it here, as a blog entry. If you know of any songs that you think would be good for this particular list, please either comment, or email me at: tschauer@pettusisd.esc2.net1. Adam's Song, by Blink 1822. Address

WOW...Additions to "The Playlist"

2010-03-24T15:32:00.000-05:00

I have gotten some suggestions for additional songs, so I thought I'd add them here, and update it if any more should happen to come in. I'm not including all of them on my personal playlist for my daughter, but I think this could be a fantastic resource for someone to turn to should they ever need it. 16. When I Look to the Sky, by Train (Thanks, Lynn!)17. Angel, by Sarah MacLachlan (Thanks

I HEART YOU, YOU HAUNT ME by Lisa Schroeder Posted by Mrs. Schauer

2010-03-24T10:59:00.001-05:00

I HEART YOU, YOU HAUNT MEby LIsa SchroederAR: YesInterest Level: Upper GradesBefore I review this book, I would like to share how I got it. This Friday will be three weeks since my fifteen year old daughter Hailee lost her best friend Mariano in a car accident. While trying to find a way to help her heal, I began to search for songs so I could create a playlist for her, similar to the one in

Trailer for HUNGER GAMES by Suzanne Collins Created by Aleanthea Brewster

2010-02-28T15:13:00.004-06:00

This trailer for HUNGER GAMES by Suzanne Collins was created by Aleanthea Brewster of Canadian, Texas. There is an AR quiz for this book and it is appropriate for the upper middle grades (6-8) and higher.

Trailer for I'D TELL YOU I LOV E YOU BUT THEN I'D HAVE TO KILL YOU by Ally Carter Created by Sarah Loch

2010-02-28T15:10:00.004-06:00

This trailer for I'D TELL YOU I LOVE YOU BUT THEN I'D HAVE TO KILL YOU, by Ally Carter, was created by Sarah Loch, of Midwest City, Oklahoma. There is an AR quiz available for the book and it is appropriate for upper middle grades (6-8) and higher.

Trailer for WAITING FOR NORMAL by Leslie O'Connor, created by Sarah Loch

2010-02-28T15:09:00.003-06:00

This trailer is for WAITING FOR NORMAL, by Leslie Connor. There is an AR quiz available and it is appropriate for middle grades (4-8) and up.

Trailer for THIRTEENTH CHILD, by Patricia Wrede, created by Sarah Loch

2010-02-28T15:04:00.005-06:00

This trailer for THIRTEENTH CHILD by Patricia Wrede, was created by Sarah Loch of Midwest City, Oklahoma. There is an AR quiz available for the book and it is appropriate for middle grades (4th-8th) and up.

Trailer for HUSH, HUSH by Rebecca Fitzpatrick, created by Aleanthea Brewster

2010-02-28T15:01:00.003-06:00

This trailer for HUSH, HUSH, by Rebecca Fitzpatrick, was created by Aleanthea Brewster, who is a librarian in Canadian, Texas. There is an AR quiz available for the book and it is appropriate for upper grades. (9-12)

Trailer for COFFEEHOUSE ANGEL by Suzanne Selfors, created by Pamela Thompson

2010-02-28T14:58:00.003-06:00

This trailer for COFFEEHOUSE ANGEL by Suzanne Selfors was created by Pamela Thompson, a librarian in El Paso, Texas. This book is appropriate for upper grades. (9-12)

UMBRELLA SUMMER by Lisa Graff, created by Melanie Mubarek

2010-02-28T14:55:00.003-06:00

This trailer for UMBRELLA SUMMER by Lisa Graff, was created by Melanie Mubarek, a librarian in Sugarland, Texas. There is an AR quiz available for this book and it is appropriate for middle grades (4th-8th) and up.

Trailer for THE COMPOUND, by SA Bodeen Trailer created by Pamela Thompson

2010-02-28T14:52:00.005-06:00

This trailer for THE COMPOUND by SA Bodeen, was created by Pamela Thompson, who is a librarian in El Paso, Texas.

Book Trailer for UNWIND, by Neal Shusterman Trailer Created by June Henson

2010-02-18T15:56:00.003-06:00

Check out the trailer for UNWIND, by Neal Shusterman. It was created by June Henson, who is the librarian at Downing Middle School in Flower Mound, Texas.

Book Trailer for PRINCESS BEN, by Catherine Gilbert Murdock Trailer Created by June Henson

2010-02-18T15:29:00.003-06:00

Check out this trailer for PRINCESS BEN, by Catherine Gilbert Murdock, created by June Henson, the librarian at Downing Middle School in Flower Mound, Texas

Book Trailer for I AM A GENIUS OF UNSPEAKABLE EVIL AND I WANT TO BE YOUR CLASS PRESIDENT, by Josh Lieb Trailer Created by June Henson

2010-02-18T15:26:00.003-06:00

Check out this trailer for I AM A GENIUS OF UNSPEAKABLE EVIL AND I WANT TO BE YOUR CLASS PRESIDENT by Josh Lieb. The trailer was created by June Henson, librarian at Downing Middle School, in Flower Mound, Texas.

40 Great TAYSHAS Books Trailer by Robin Henry

2010-01-29T20:18:00.003-06:00

Check out this trailer, which showcases 40 great books from the TAYSHAS list for 2010. The trailer was created by Robin Henry. Mrs. Henry is the librarian at Wakeland High School in Frisco, Texas.

THE MORGUE AND ME by John C. Ford Trailer by Robin Henry

2010-01-29T20:02:00.005-06:00

Check out this trailer for THE MORGUE AND ME, by John C. The trailer was created by Robin Henry. Mrs. Henry is the librarian at Wakeland High School in Frisco, Texas. Visit their blog at: http://wakelandlibrary.wordpress.com

GENTLEMEN, by Michael Northrup Trailer by Robin Henry

2010-01-29T19:52:00.007-06:00

Check out this trailer for GENTLEMEN, by Michael Northrup. The trailer was created by Robin Henry. Mrs. Henry is the librarian at Wakeland High School in Frisco, Texas. Visit their blog at: http://wakelandlibrary.wordpress.com

LIVING DEAD GIRL, by Elizabeth Scott Posted by Mrs. Schauer

2010-01-27T13:44:00.004-06:00

LIVING DEAD GIRLby Elizabeth ScottAR: YesInterest Level: UPPER GradesI read this book more than a month ago, and at the time I decided I would not blog about it because...well...I just couldn't find the words. My emotions were raw and I was afraid that my words would not do the author justice. However, after reading more than a few reviews that I disagree with COMPLETELY, I feel it's my

Book Trailer for THE STORY OF EDGAR SAWTELLE by David Wroblewski Trailer created by Nancy McIntyre

2009-10-09T15:49:00.007-05:00

Check out this trailer for the book THE STORY OF EDGAR SAWTELLE, by David Wroblewski. The book is appropriate for high school students and there is an AR quiz available for it. The trailer was created by Nancy McIntyre, who is the librarian at Stephenville High School. Check out her blog at: http://svillelibrarylady.edublogs.org/

Trailer for DARKWING by Kenneth Oppel Created by Analine Johnson

2009-10-06T08:50:00.002-05:00

Check out this trailer, created by Analine Johnson, of Laredo, Texas. If you'd like to view her blog, go to: http://centeno.edublogs.org There is an AR quiz for this book and it is appropriate for middle grades (4th-6th) and up.

Book Trailer for Savvy, by Ingrid Law, Created by Analine Johnson

2009-10-06T08:49:00.002-05:00

Check out this trailer, created by Analine Johnson, of Laredo, Texas. If you'd like to view her blog, go to: http://centeno.edublogs.org/ There is an AR quiz for this book and it is appropriate for middle grades (4th-8th) and up.

Trailer for SOMEONE NAMED EVA by Joan M. Wolf Trailer Created by Analine Johnson

2009-10-04T09:02:00.003-05:00

BATTLE OF THE BANDS posted by Addie B., Senior

2009-09-21T15:11:00.005-05:00

BATTLE OF THE BANDSby K.L. DenmanAR: YesInterest Level: Upper GradesOne band's dream to rule the stage, one romance gone bad, one romance that may or may not happen, and jealousy rule the plot of Battle of the Bands, as well as death, soul-searching, and friendship. It is easy and fun to read. Whether you are a boy or girl, you will find yourself laughing at the thoughts of Jay, the main

Book Trailer for LUV YA BUNCHES by Lauren Myracle Trailer Created by Mrs. Schauer

2009-09-16T19:33:00.009-05:00

Check out this book trailer for Lauren Myracle's newest book, LUV YA BUNCHES, which will be available in bookstores on October 1st. The target audience for this one is "tween girls," but heck, I'm 42 and I LOVED it!For a detailed review of the book, click on the following: Review of LUV YA BUNCHESIt is also viewable in full screen at: Full Screen of TrailerI had a fantastic time creating this

ON VINEY'S MOUNTAIN by Joan Donaldson Blog Entry by Amannda Murie, PHS Sophomore

2009-09-16T08:30:00.003-05:00

ON VINEY'S MOUNTAIN, by Joan DonaldsonAR: Not Yet--book is slated to be published on October 1stInterest Level: Middle Grades and UpI was twitchy all day Saturday because I was busy most of the day around the house when all I wanted to do was go out to our barn and sit atop the hay and have this book with me.ON VINEY'S MOUNTAIN, by Joan Donaldson is a tale about Viney, a sixteen year old girl

THE CHOSEN ONE, by Carol Lynch Williams Trailer created by Sherry Thompson

2009-09-10T08:05:00.005-05:00

Check out this FANTASTIC book trailer for THE CHOSEN ONE, by Carol Lynch Williams. The trailer was created by Sherry Thompson, librarian at Flower Mound High School, in Flower Mound, Texas. There is also a blog entry for this book: http://pettushs.blogspot.com/2009/05/chosen-one-by-carol-lynch-williams.html There is an AR quiz available, and the interest level is for Upper Grades.

ON VINEY'S MOUNTAIN by Joan Donaldson Blog Entry by Carol Riley Cain, PHS English Teacher

2009-09-09T11:51:00.001-05:00

ON VINEY'S MOUNTAIN by Joan Donaldson Blog Post: Carol Riley Cain, PHS English Teacher AR: Not Yet Interest Level: Middle Grades and Up NOT PUBLISHED YET....WILL HAVE BOOK IN OCTOBER