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Are you looking for a good book for your kids? Here, TFK Kid Reporters review four of the most noteworthy reads of 2019. For more recommendations, keep checking this page.
Title:AstroNuts
By: Jon Scieszka and Steven Weinberg
Reviewed by: Eshaan Mani
In AstroNuts, the Earth has been trashed by humans for thousands of years. Four animals set out from Mount Rushmore, the headquarters (总 部) of NNASA (Not-NASA). Their task is to find a new planet fit for human life. Finally, they discover one: Plant Planet. Readers who love sci-fi will enjoy AstroNuts.
Title: Charlie Thorne and the Last Equation
By: Stuart Gibbs
Reviewed by: Zara Wierzbowski
The CIA is trying to find something called Pandora, which could destroy the world if the wrong people get it. For help, they turn to Charlie, a 12-year-old girl who is as smart as Albert Einstein. And now it’s up to her to keep people safe. People who like action-packed mysteries with an element of adventure will enjoy reading this book.
Title: Stargazing
By: Jen Wang
Reviewed by: Nora Wilson-Hartgrove
Christine hears rumors ( 谣 言 ) that Moon, who’s new in town, is the kind of kid who beats people up for fun. But Moon and her mom come to live with Christine’s family, and the two kids become best friends. Moon even shares a big secret with Christine. Stargazing is based on author Jen Wang’s experiences as a child.
Title: Roll with It
By: Jamie Sumner
Reviewed by: Tyler Mitroff
Roll with It is a story about a 12-year-old girl named Ellie. She has a disease that makes it hard for her to walk on her own. So she uses a wheelchair. When Ellie and her mom move to another state to take care of Ellie’s grandpa, she must learn to live in a new school and develop new friendships. It’s a heartwarming story that really shows the value of family and how being different is special.
21. Who would be interested in reading the book AstroNuts?
A. Children having a passion for history.
B. Children concerned about animal protection.
C. Children loving stories of space travel and life on other planets.
D. Children wanting to know the causes for environmental pollution.
22. What is the second book most probably about?
A. A new way to deal with criminals. B. A girl’s efforts in saving the world.
C. Albert Einstein’s childhood life. D. A girl’s adventure with friends in the wild.
23. If you want to know the life of the disabled, which book is a good choice?
A. Stargazing. B. AstroNuts.
C. Roll with It . D. Charlie Thorne and the Last Equation.
