And the next book talk book is...

Do I have your attention? I hope you are as excited as I am about this announcement. The second booktalk selection is 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, by Jules Verne. To qualify for attending the booktalk, you will need to read the UNABRIDGED version of this book and pass the AR quiz. It is a tougher read, but the story is awesome!!!

While I was trying to decide which book to pick, I talked to a few of the teachers at the Jr-Sr High School. Mr. Schulze said it was one of his favorites, and that was enough of a recommendation for me. Would you believe I have not yet read this book? So I will have to read it to be able to attend the booktalk. I started reading it last weekend and so far I like it. I will try to give updates on this blog as I read the book.

I plan to have the book activity somtime around the end of January or early February, so you have plenty of time to get the book and read it. It is available for FREE from Kindle, if you have the app or an actual Kindle. Or you can request a copy from the library (also FREE).

Old Yeller Activity

I would like to thank everyone who participated in the Old Yeller Activity that was held in the High School Library on November 1. There was a big crowd of students and teachers from the middle school, and several Jr. High and High School students who created and worked at the various stations. All students who participated received credit for attending a Book Talk, so those students just need to be sure they have read 6 books from the Classics Club list to be accepted into the club!
Speaking of Book Talks, I am in the process of selecting the next book. It will be the unabridged version, which means it is the original words the author wrote. An abridged version is a shortened and sometimes simplified version of the author's original words. There are many classics from the list that also have an abridged version, so be sure you get the unabridged one if you would like for it to count toward the Book Talk participation. While I am on the topic of unabridged and abridged versions of books, please be careful when you are taking the Accelerated Reader quizzes for these books. The abridged versions usually have another author's name on the title page.

Stay tuned to this blog for news on the next Book Talk book.

And the first booktalk book is...

Can I have a drumroll, please? The first Classics booktalk book is Old Yeller, by Fred Gipson. Remember, you have to read the book, then pass the AR quiz to be eligible to attend the booktalk. In case you haven't heard of this book, here is a short description. The book takes place in Texas in the 1860's. The main character is Travis, and he and his dog Old Yeller have several exciting adventures. I won't say anthing more now; you will have to read the book to see why I consider it a classic.
Oh, and don't think you can just watch the movie and pass the quiz. Movies leave out lots of little details.

Look for more information about the booktalk in a few weeks. Happy Reading!

If you have read at least 6 titles from THE LIST, and have attended at least 1 booktalk, you will be admitted to the Classics Club. CLick on the link to see THE LIST.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/pub?key=0AoKdAhlZWKHkdEg4Q3BHNE54dHRJWmFIZWdraHFNRGc&output=html

About Classics Club

Welcome to the Neoga Classics Club! Watch this blog for information about booktalks. The booktalk for the first quarter of the school year will be announced next week. You have to attend one booktalk during the school year to be in the club.