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Books Every Fifth Grader Should Read
By: Japna D.
Have you ever gone to the library but you can’t find the book you like, or you just can’t find any good books? Well, today is your lucky day. There are 7 fiction book recommendations, each recommended by a fifth grader. There are chapter books, mythology books, fantasy books and series books.
Wonder
Wonder
Wonder by R.J Palacio is about a boy named August. August has a facial deformity and in the book, it's his first year of public school. Three kids have been assigned to help him, but only two of them are nice. In the book, there is a lot of drama between two of the buddies. This book is great for those who like realistic fiction and school drama.
Harshita D. from 5-1 says, “The book talks very in-depth about August and how he got made fun of by other kids because of his face. I rate this book a 5.”
Harry Potter (the WHOLE series)
Harry Potter (the WHOLE series)
Harry Potter by J.K Rowling is a series about a boy named Harry Potter. He is an orphan that lives with his aunt, uncle and “dumb” cousin. Harry goes to Hogwarts and becomes a wizard. Throughout the series, Harry and his friends try to defeat Lord Voldemort, the person who killed Harry’s parents.
Shreeja S. from 5-4 says, “Harry Potter is a great book that you can get lost in for hours. It tells a great story and has a satisfying ending. I rate this book 4.8.”
Percy Jackson (the WHOLE series)
Percy Jackson (the WHOLE series)
Percy Jackson by Rick Riordan is a series of books about Greek mythology. It is based on Percy, a peculiar boy, also Poseidon’s son. Percy and his friends have adventures while protecting Mt. Olympus. There is a different problem in each book, but Percy and his friends ALWAYS save the day.
Nasiha Z. from 5-4 says, “Percy Jackson is very interesting and funny, at the same time. He will also keep you entertained for hours. I rate this book a 4.5 ”
Aru Shah (the WHOLE series)
Aru Shah (the WHOLE series)
Aru Shah by Roshani Chokshi is a series of books about a girl named Arudanthi. She accidentally releases an evil spirit after two kids from her school dare her to light a fire on a cursed candle. A Pandava soul is reincarnated to hers and in each book, she meets a new Pandava sibling.
Janaki P. from 5-6 says “Aru Shah is a really good book, and it informs you about Hindu Mythology. I rate this book a 4.1 ”
Other Words for Home
Other Words for Home
Other Words for Home by Jasmine Warga is a book about a Syrian girl named Jude who becomes a refugee. She moves to America with her mom to live with her uncle. After struggling to fit in at her new school, she makes friends and enemies.
Kavya S. from 5-4 says, “This book has elements that you can relate to, and this book is great if you want to read a book about refugees. I rate this book a 4.7 ”
The Fifth Wave
The Fifth Wave
The Fifth Wave by Rick Yancy is a book about a girl who is living through an alien invasion. This book is about the adventures she overcomes. Along the way, she meets different people and one assists and protects her. There are two more books in this series, but this book is amazing on its own.
Agamya from 5-6 says, “ I like this book because there is action and humor. I recommend this book to fifth graders who like sci-fi. I rate this
Unwanteds Quest (the WHOLE series)
Unwanteds Quest (the WHOLE series)
Unwanteds Quest by Lisa MacMann is a magical series about twins who try to save dragons from an evil mage. The twins are named Fifer and Thisbe. They are the complete opposite of each other. Saindhavi S. from 5-2 says, “This book is a mixture of Harry Potter and The Hunger Games. I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to read fantasy. I rate this book a 4.5 ”
Now that you've read this, go read one of these books!
50 Things To Do When You're Bored
By: Lolithya K. & Navath M.
Do you feel like there’s absolutely nothing to do even after everything seems boring? This list may solve your problem with 50 things to do when you’re bored, right here in what you’re reading.
Build a pillow fort.
Learn how to do origami / do origami.
Solve a riddle.
Learn a language. (Link: https://www.duolingo.com/ )
Cook something.
Clear your Gmail.
Write something.
Text a friend.
Invite a friend over.
Learn some google easter eggs.
Take a nap.
Vibe to music.
Create art.
14. Make a joke.
15. Buy a pet, and then play with it.
16. Watch the Superbowl.
17. Clean something.
18. Play a board game
19. Make a meme
20. Try to recite π (pi) EX:3.141592653589793238462643383279 50288419716939937510582097494459230781640628620899 86280348253421170679
21. Eat stuff
22. Build something out of cardboard
23. Build something out of old toys
24. Decorate your room
25. Do truth or dare with a friend
26. Clear your google drive
27. Do a pillow fight
28. Think about the meaning of life
29. Study
30. Help your mom with chores
31. Watch TV
32. Read a book
33. Tie-dye something of your choice
34. Make a scrapbook
35. Go stargazing
36. Go for a jog
37. Go for a bike ride
38. Make slime
39. Solve a puzzle
40. Organize your house
41. Camp indoors
42. Interview your grandparents
43. Meditate
44. Go on a shopping spree
45. Memorize all the states in America
46. Color code your books
47. Donate to charity
48. Go to Dunkin Donuts
49. Learn how to juggle
50. Learn Calligraphy
The Harry Potter Guide
For Beginners On The Trip to Hogwarts
By: Adita M. & Eshani S.
Do you catch yourself sitting around doing nothing? Do you need help finding a good book? Well, you should read Harry Potter! Yes, it's famous but some people haven’t read it! If you like to read books with action and adventure, then Harry Potter is the one for you! If you don’t like reading, you could watch movies based on the book!
We personally think that Harry Potter was an outstanding series to read and watch. As a bonus afterwards, you could take an astonishing amount of quizzes to figure out your house, wand, patronus, character, and personality all related to Harry Potter.
We both agree that the most outstanding book was the third book, Prisoner of Askaban. Hopefully, you will one day admire it as well!
Harry Potter is a series with 7 books and 8 movies. Each story is filled with adventure and fantasy. Every time you finish you will want to read more! Even though it may sound long to read, you will fly through it, wishing there was more. Each book features one story about Harry Potter overcoming a fear or battling for lives.
Can you imagine living in fear but also in a magical setting? Harry Potter stayed in a school for wizards and witches.The one and only Hogwarts. Hogwarts is the magical school that brought three young, fearless, adventurous, wizards together. Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley. These friends had a powerful friendship throughout the series: the golden trio.
So, instead of sitting around and wasting precious time, read Harry Potter. You can learn the mystical ways of Harry Potter and the magic of hogwarts or fun and adventure.
How to Make a One-Minute Mug Cake!
How to Make a One-Minute Mug Cake!
By: Harshita D.
By: Harshita D.
Don't you want the most delightful mug cake of your life? Well, this recipe will surely let you. Thanks to my uncle, who I found this recipe from, we are making a one-minute Nutella chocolate mug cake!
Ingredients
Flour
Baking powder, not baking soda
Milk
Sugar
Oil
Nutella
Cocoa powder
Measurement cups/tools
Powdered sugar (Optional)
Directions
First, let’s get a mug so you can put all your ingredients in it. When you get that, start by putting in 2 tablespoons of flour. (Recommend: all-purpose flour.) After you put that in, add 1 tablespoon of sugar.
Next, add 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder.
Then, mix all the powder ingredients in the mug. After you are done with that, put ¼ teaspoon of baking powder and then mix.
Then, add 1 tablespoon of oil (any oil works). After that, put 3 tablespoons of milk. Then mix everything up until it feels like a batter. After you are done with that, put 1 tablespoon of Nutella.
Now you are done with all the ingredients, and it’s just time to microwave.
Finally, microwave it for 1 minute until you see it looking like a cake. If not, add another 30 seconds. Take it out of the microwave, but ask a parent to help cause it is HOT!
Cool it down, and then you have the perfect 1-minute Nutella mug cake. If you want, you can add powdered sugar on top, and then you’re done!
Inside Out 2: The Movie We Were Waiting For!!!
Inside Out 2: The Movie We Were Waiting For!!!
By: Brielle J., Riya M., and Anwitasree B.
By: Brielle J., Riya M., and Anwitasree B.
A lot of new movies are coming out soon! Some of the movies are Disney’s Wish, Pixar’s Elio, Elemental, Disney’s Snow White, Pixar’s Inside Out 2, Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King, The Haunted Mansion, and a bunch more, but today we will talk about the new movie Inside Out 2!!!!
We should thank Meg Lefauve for creating Inside Out 2. This movie is all about two new emotions appearing. There is a theory that Joy and her friends go to help or save someone. Another theory is that maybe they are just trying to get used to new feelings. One of the feelings is love. There wasn’t much information, so this is all that we could give. This movie is coming out on June 14, 2024.
Here is a recap of the first movie, if you haven’t seen it. This story takes place in San Francisco. Riley originally lived in the
Midwest and then moved to San Francisco. Riley was upset and frustrated when she moved to a new place. The reason that Inside Out 2 is being made is that at the end of the first movie, they stopped it with a confusing and funny ending. If you remember, Riley meets a boy and they end with her going out on her first date with him.
Inside Out 2 was created so that everyone could understand how a teen’s mind works when they go through many different emotions. The purpose of this film is to show how we have so many emotions, and how it may become hard for us to juggle through our emotions, and find which ones we really mean. It relates to us kids because we also feel many different emotions, and sometimes we don’t really know what we are feeling. This movie helps us see that our emotions are valid and that it is okay to have a lot of emotions.
This is what a few student think about Inside Out 2 coming out.
Hirva S. from 5-4 says, “I think it will be a new famous movie.”
Krisha P. from 5-3 says “I think that Inside Out was very good, so I think Inside Out 2 will be even better and I can’t wait to see the movie. I am also very excited to see Inside Out 2!!”
In conclusion, everyone is excited about Inside Out 2 coming out... I mean about time! Also, I hope everyone is excited about this movie. We hope that you will watch Inside Out 2.
Sources: Inside Out 2 (2024) | Teaser Trailer | Disney & Pixar
How to Make Icee Slime
How to Make Icee Slime
By: Aaron B.
By: Aaron B.
Have you ever been SOOOO bored? So bored that it can just swallow you? Well, you're in luck! We have a recipe for you! Slime! It's the best thing to make when bored! Follow these easy steps to make this quick and easy fun toy!
Ingredients
1 cup of Clear glue
3 pumps of foam soap
Slime activator (1 tsp. of borax dissolved in 1 cup of water)
1 cup of fake snow
Food coloring (optional)
Directions
Add one cup of clear glue to a bowl. Then add up to 3 pumps of foam soap to the bowl.
Now, mix the ingredients and add the slime activator. It’s recommended to mix until the
slime is no longer sticky. The slime might feel tough and stiff right now, so if this happens, knead until the slime does not stick to the bowl.
After, add fake snow to the slime. You can add as much as you like, just not much as this will make the slime stretchier and less tacky. Then, mix the snow in the slime until it is fully mixed in.
After this, the slime should be done. Play, do experiments with it, and have fun! Stay tuned for the next slime recipe and arts and crafts recipe!
Sources: RainbowPlayMaker
The Big Scene!
The Big Scene!
By: Joshua V.
By: Joshua V.
Does anybody want to see their favorite Nintendo character in theaters? You heard me right, Mario started as an old plumber, and now he is getting his own movie.
This movie’s release was announced in September 2021. No one really talked about this movie until now, and a lot of other characters are in this, too, which will be discussed later.
This movie is about our favorite plumber and his brother, Luigi, going through an underground labyrinth to find Princess Peach, who was captured by Bowser.
The directors of this movie are Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic, who also directed the iconic D.C show TeenTitans GO! and other Cartoon Network shows. It’s the second Mario movie, after the first was released in 1993.
Currently, the movie is supposed to be in theaters on April 7, 2023, in the USA. This movie is being made because...we needed it. There haven’t been that many Nintendo movies recently either, and since Mario is such a huge part of Nintendo, he deserves another movie. Mario fans have been asking for years for a new Mario movie. Also, people will probably love to hear Chris Pratt voiced as Mario.
Not much is known about this new movie, but what is known is that these characters will be in the movie Mario voiced by Chris Pratt, Luigi voiced by Charlie Day, Bowser voiced by Jack Black, Seth Rogen voicing Donkey Kong, and many others.
There are also clips and trailers that are available on YouTube. Some
scenes show Bowser and his army, others show Mario and Luigi with scenes like this. Who knows how this movie will play out!
The movie is being produced by Universal Studios and Illumination, who also produced. Chris Pratt said when he first found out he would be voicing Mario, “I worked really closely with the directors, and tried out a few things, and landed on something that I'm really proud of and can't wait for people to check out.” Who knows what this big scene is?
Every Universal movie is a work of art. I am most excited for Chris Pratt voicing Super Mario and Jack Black’s return.
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