Both of the recommended books for this week are by authors who did a tremendous amount of research. Both authors spend time piecing together events in the lives of historical people. They were able to take these events and put them in chronological order so that we can learn about these very special people and events.
Natalia recommends At Her Majesty's Request by Walter Dean Myers. Mr. Myers did a fantastic job describing the events in the life of Sarah Forbes Bonetta. Sarah was an African princess whose entire family was killed by enemies of the crown. She was rescued by an officer in the English military and brought to England where she became a protegee of Queen Victoria. Natalia said, "This was a very touching story. She went through so much suffering in her life. I was a really good book." This book can be located at Mrs. Baker's classroom library. Check it out!
Brett recommends Chasing Lincoln's Killer by James Swanson. This is a book about the assassination of Abraham Lincoln and the events surrounding his murder. His murderer, John Wilkes Booth, escaped to Virginia after the assassination to try to gain freedom. His freedom, and that of his accomplices, did not last long and the situation became very intense before they were finally caught. Brett said, "This book was really informational. It gives extra details that I would not have known if I had not read the book. It was really neat because I have been to the Ford's Theater, so I have seen some of the places in the book." This book can be checked out at Mrs. Baker's classroom library.
Mrs. Baker's Blurb: The Test Does Not Define You
Testing season is upon us. This can be a very stressful time for some students, but it does not have to be. Just take deep breaths and relax. You have everything you need to do the very best you can possibly do. Remember, this test does not define you. It does not determine who you are or where you will go in life. Take a look at this video.
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