Kids Books - Science Fiction
The Scourge
By Jennifer A. Nielsen
The definition of scourge: [skurj] “a cause of affliction or calamity.” All Ani Mells wanted was a perfectly, ripe vinefruit to eat- which requires climbing skill…. And so she had set off to climb the vines, but instead she had overheard a conversation between two wardens… Let me start off with some background history… There are the River People also known as “grubs”and the opulent citizens or townsfolk also known as “pinchworms.” They have a mutual dispute… because Governor Felling kept on pushing the River People farther away where food is not as abundant compared to Marisbane- also the main reason why is because “history shows that the River People was the pivotal point of contracting the Scourge” (which could leadt o the deterioration of many villages). However, the Governor released new information that the Scourge is back… and in order to protect those who did not have the Scourge, the victims would be tested for this disease, and if they tested positive, then they would be sent to the Colony until they lived their short life. The Colony is a former prison cell where they quarantine all citizens who contracted the Scourge. So going back to the summary… Ani is starving and she found her ambrosia, the vinefruit… and after she climbed up the vine, she did obtain her goal (to eat food), however she gets caught by the Warden by a bird- yes, a mother bird that’s surprisingly abysmal. On the way, the Wardens are stopped by Weevil, Ani’s best friend (who is a decent pickpocketer) and encourages the Wardens to bring him along suggesting that he’s contracted the Scourge. Ani is outrageously mad that Weevil is stuck in this mess, but Weevil is happy to barge in because at least he can try to save his best friend. However when they get stuck in a prison cell, Weevil uses his adroit skills to unlock them… Which leads them to their ultimate prison escape… by then Weevil and Ani had split while Ani stopped to think about whether to help a girl that looked a couple of years older than her… However her wishful thinking got her nowhere because the Wardens had captured both, Ani and Della. Inside the cell they are being placed in, there’s a huge quarrel between them… until the testing day… On that day, both girls were tested positive for the Scourge where they had to drink a liquid… which means they were both shipped to the Colony. On their way there… they get stopped by Weevil again which meant he was able to go to the Colony with them… So as they reached the Colony, everybody was given medicine which could help alleviate the pain… However Della’s medicine was lost after Ani pushed her and Della stole Ani’s medicine…. It looks like they’re troublesome girls- but they do have hearts like gold and they are very compassionate, potent, and brave- especially Ani. The only way to get inside the infirmary (which is the place where people go inside, but never comes back) is if one is broken, and Ani believes she’ll never be broken… However on her first day Ani gets in trouble for pushing off Della… Where the Wardens got to “break their friendship” which led them to escape their slashings… (I’m just glad that they are the truest of friends… because one should know that if two people are truly best friends… a dispute will only make them stronger together, not annihilate their friendship). So a couple of days later, they made “cave friends” where they found Della’s lover...and before that… Ani sneaks inside the Warden’s room to explore why they never contracted the Scourge even though they were surrounded by them… but they found no medicine… which was very bizarre… which led to another important discovery… (gasp)... I profusely apologize for stopping this summary because SPOILER ALERT…. And I covered the necessities… I know the beginning might start a little slow- but don’t dismiss it right away, because trust me… it get’s amazing… (Also one huge tip, don’t let the governor fool you!) This story shows courage and pure perseverance… This story also entails a strong friendship, which I completely adored about this book… I highly recommend… A sweet book encompassing determination and strong bonds with a dystopian scene… Please read this amazing book.... Because “We are the Scourge.”
Star Wars: Jedi Academy, Return of the Padawan (Book 2)
By Jeffrey Brown
Well me to Jedi academy the skills of what a Jedi should be. Hi fellow Jedi's I am going to tell you about the book Jedi academy return of Palawan this book is about a young Jedi named Roan Novachez, this is Roan's second year at Jedi academy in this book Roan thinks that his second year in Jedi academy will be a total breeze, but it was ok for him. He builts an awesome robot used for practicing light saver fencing, takes a field trip to a nice planet called The Planet Hoth where the equator is, and meets Tauntans which is kind of like dinosaurs, than things get all mixed up Star pilot training gets harder than what Roan think how star pilot training will be. Than Roan's best friends start to annoy him and all the bullies are trying to lead roan to the dark side but Roan thinks it is fun will roan go to the good side find out and I just told you half of the story so read it if you like.
The Principal Strikes Back (Star Wars: Jedi Academy #6)
By Jarrett J. Krosoczka
This is the perfect book to end Victor Starspeeder's time at Jedi Academy! When Principal Mar is kicked out of school, a robot replaces him. The rules are strict extremely strict. Victor Starspeeder and friends are wondering why was Principal Mar fired in the first place?
The Phantom Bully (Star Wars: Jedi Academy #3)
By Jeffrey Brown
A boy from the planet Tatooine has finally reached his third and final year at Jedi Academy. Amidst all the Padawans, challenges, double-dates and awkward, romantic picnics, young Roan Novaches is able to survive the struggles to pass the challenges to become a jedi. But even if he hes trusted friends and allies, someone still finds a way to ruin his day. That when it gets weird...
A New Class (Star Wars: Jedi Academy #4)
By Jarrett J. Krosoczka
this book is about a padawan named Victor Starspeeder, he also has a sister named Christina but we will talk about her later. Victor was transferred to Jedi academy from a place named Obra-skai, at Obra-skai he made many mistakes which all included the force, the force is a main element in being a Jedi. Now let's get to the story, Victor is transferred to Jedi academy while entering he gets pushed aside by someone named Artemis so he thinks that Artemis is a sith. when inside the building, he meets someone named Zach. he thinks that Zach is a Jedi now let's skip to final exams and along the way he finds out that Zach is kinda mean and that Artemis has changed a little and now he is nicer to Victor. during yoda's class, he has to lift rocks with the force and Zach chooses to fling the rocks around with the force but Artemis stops him. and in the final report he geta magnificent grades. in the middle where I skipped is when his sister comes into play and helps him harness the force. after reading this book, you'll want to read the series!
Attack of the Journal (Star Wars: Jedi Academy)
By Jeffrey Brown
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I think it is a good book because I thought everyone was going to break the book
Night of the Ninjas (Magic Tree House)
By Mary Pope Osborne
This book genre is mysterious adventures, and it was written by Mary Pope Osborne. To state it briefly, in the beginning of the story the characters were looking for a tree house, and the tree house was in the middle of a forest. Once they found it they went inside and appeared in a ninja world. They had to follow a path, with the ninja. There was a samurai and an icy cold lake etc on the way. Towards the end, the samurai was coming so they hid behind a rock so they were not seen, and continued back home. Since you don’t know who the characters are then I will tell you more about them. The main characters are Jack and Annie. Jack is more of a reading guy, his favorite thing to do is read, that means he can get smart. Annie likes animals more than books. She loves taking care of what is around her. She is very careful with animals and nature. In addition Jack likes solving puzzles and mysteries. Two key events that happened in the book that added to the plot was. 1 Annie found a mouse that could help them accomplish their mystery, because the mouse was the key to finishing their misson. 2 the Ninjas in the story said there was a samurai. ( the samurai are dangerous.) Without the samurai the story would be less scary and curious. One of the main characters Jack, didn’t like nature, but in page #68 he changed, he started to like nature. He normally says,‘‘ oh brother’’ to his sister Annie, when she just wanted to take care of the little animals that she found, but this time when Annie, his sister was making a bed for for a mouse that helped them succeed in their mission, he kissed the mouse good night and started to change his attitude instead of saying, ‘‘Oh brother.’’ An unanswered question, I would like to ask is, do Jack and Annie’s parents know about their adventures while they are gone? Meanwhile,the thing I most enjoyed about the book was when the characters went to see the ninja master. That part was very mysterious. In the picture on that page, it looked like the ninja master was coming out of fog, but indoor fog. I liked that part because I love mysterious things. The last thing I would like to say about this book is that I would highly recommend this book a lot because even for kids, teenagers etc, for any person who doesn't like reading, this book can change your mind. Also, if you like reading that is even better because you will like reading more. I hope you will read my book someday, oh, and remember my book is called night of the ninjas.
Boy Meets Squirrels (The Dead Sea Squirrels)
By Mike Nawrocki
Second book of the series, not as funny as the first. Much more centered on bullying. It surprised me, because I was bullied and it was hard to understand why someone would do that to another person. My parents helped me through it and this book was a good reference as well. I enjoyed the way the bible is written in to see that it still applies today.
Naruto, Vol. 15: Naruto's Ninja Handbook
By Masashi Kishimoto
This is a really cool and exciting fight in this book. Like Gaara and Naruto are fighting each other, and they summon there animal and fight!









