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Hi!
Thank you so much for joining us today, Abby! Please tell us a little about
yourself.
Thank you for having me today! I am ten years old. I
enjoy playing soccer, running track, and drawing, as well as reading. I have a
dog named Daisy and I would love to have a pet hamster, but my mom has a no
rodent in the house rule.
I
*completely* understand the “no rodent” rule! = ) What types of books do you
enjoy reading?
I read Chapter Books and Middle Grade books. I
really enjoy fantasy, mystery, and contemporary books!
Wow—you
have a variety of reading interests! What is your very favorite genre?
My very favorite kind of book is a contemporary
book. I like stories that have kids my own age in them and take place at
school. Andrew Clements’ books are funny, but I also love because of mr. terupt, which makes me cry every time I read it. I
enjoy older classics like Anne of Green
Gables and the Nancy Drew books and newer classics like the Harry Potter
series. I also read a lot of historical fiction books.
I
like humorous books too, and I especially love reading classics. Nancy Drew books
were one of my favorite series when I was your age! I know it is hard to pick a
favorite book of all time, but tell us about your current favorite.
My current favorite book is The Million Dollar Throw by Mike Lupica. The main character is a
quarterback who has potential to be great, but isn’t performing well which is
the least of his problems. His best friend, April, is going blind. When he has
a chance to restore her sight, he does everything he can. I found this book to
be very moving and inspirational.
The Million Dollar Throw sounds like a warm, wonderful book! I am adding it to my “To Be Read”
list! Are there any kinds of books that you would like to see more of?
I would love more books like the Lemony Snicket
series and Wendy Mass-type of books.
Is
there anything else you would like to share with us about books or reading?
I like reading at night when the house is quiet.
When I am into a story, I feel like I am the main character. Sometimes I feel
like I could read forever!
Me
too! I can’t go to sleep at night unless I read awhile first. That is the magic
of reading—it can take you on fantastic adventures without ever having to pack
a suitcase! = )
Thanks again for joining us today, Abby! Enjoy the rest of your summer vacation, and have a great fifth grade year!
Thank you for having me!
Wow, LOVE THIS! Thanks, Becky for hosting Abby and her review. I enjoyed her perspective. And I hadn't heard of Million Dollar Throw. Will have to look it up.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ruth. I hadn't heard of this book either, but am excited to read it soon! = )
DeleteThere's nothing like reading when the house is quiet. Great interview- Abby sounds like someone I'd like to sit down and talk books with! =)
ReplyDeleteThanks for reading, Leandra!
DeleteWendy Mass is great and a friend of mine. :)
ReplyDeleteGreat interview. Abby seems wise beyond her years.
It is so cool that you are friends with Wendy Mass! Thanks for stopping by! = )
DeleteNice interview! I hope Abby checks in again later to talk about more books she likes!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Tabatha!
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