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1/30/2009

BR 2-18: FIVE Little MONKEYS


I looked to be interesting. I felt excited.
The five little monkeys and Mama are eager to get a new car. The five little monkeys clean and paint their old car until it sparkles like new. But who will buy it? Perhaps those clever monkeys can convince their cranky crocodile neighbors that what they really need is . . . yes, a car! Children will love predicting how the five little monkeys will deal with each new challenge, making this a perfect story for interactive reading. Lively verse and Eileen Christelow's inimitably comic illustrations put the five little monkeys in the driver's seat in more ways than one.

〔108words〕

BR 2-17: GIVE US THIS DAY


The pictures of this book were beautiful.
Tasha Tudor's beloved paintings enhance William Tyndale's classic sixteenth-century translation of the Lord's Prayer."The stately text of the Lord's Prayer...is exquisitely illustrated by the soft, rich glow of Tudor's customary delicate and sentimental watercolors. The backgrounds show rural New England of the Victorian era, filled with charming children, appealing little forest creatures, mischievous Corgi dogs and striped cats." "Images of children in turn-of-the-century New England are sentimentally framed in ribbons or flowers,...allowing them to serve as excellent discussion or meditation starters."

〔89words〕

BR 2-16: ALICE ADVENTURE IN WONDERLAND


I have ever read this story. I like this story because it was a strange story.
The classic tale of that ever-curious little girl who tumbled down a rabbit hole into Wonderland has enchanted readers for nearly 140 years. Today, Alice and the eccentric creatures that she meets-the Cheshire Cat, the Mock Turtle, the Queen of Hearts, the Mad Hatter-continue to be among the most-loved characters in all literature. This deluxe facsimile of a rare edition, illustrated by beloved artist Arthur Rackham, is a sumptuous celebration of this timeless story. Painted with the dreamlike watercolors and subtle detail that brought Rackham international fame, the book's thirteen elegant full-color plates and fourteen black-and-white drawings make this a delightful keepsake for readers of all ages.

〔123words〕

BR 2-15: BUSY, BUSY TOWN


This book was very colorful! I love it.
Welcome to Busy town where everyone is on their way to work. The Busy town grocers stock and sell fresh food; the bankers keep the money safe; the doctors and nurses make sure everyone is healthy; the postal workers collect and deliver letters; the sanitation workers collect trash and recyclables; the lumber workers chop trees to make furniture and houses; and the workers at the docks, railroads and airports help transport people and freight. But it takes even more careers and professions than that to keep this busy town running.

〔96words〕

BR 2-14: Penelope at School


This book was lovely story.
Pull the tabs to help Penelope on her first day of school in this beautiful, interactive storybook!
Meet Penelope, an adorable blue koala who loves to play and learn. But, like all preschoolers, she can't do everything by herself. Children can pull the tabs on every spread and help Penelope get ready for school, paint a picture, slide in the playground, and more! Vibrant paintings, simple text, and interactive fun make this the perfect preschool book.

〔81words〕

BR 2-13: 10 trick - or - Treaters


Halloween!! I want to do Halloween in Japan.
10 trick-or-treaters on a dark and spooky night out to get some candy or give someone a fright.Little do these ten trick-or-treaters know that they are the ones who will be frightened on Halloween night when a toad hops near, a skeleton tries to join their dance party, and a monster asks to share their candy.This not-too-scary Halloween counting book features the bright, bold artwork of Linda Davick and the comforting, lively rhythms of Janet Schulman's story, making it the perfect gift for young trick-or-treaters everywhere!

〔96words〕

BR 2-12: THE STORY OF BABAR


I love Babar. How abou u?
The Story of Babar is essentially the tale of a country boy who comes to the city and, while there, comes of age. In the end, he returns home to share his knowledge and experiences with family and friends. The beautiful, delightfully detailed illustrations--de Brunhoff was a painter by trade--never fail to amuse. Although none of the characters seem to notice, the sight of Babar in a suit leaning against the mantel while he regales his audience with tales of the jungle is plainly hilarious. All of the Babar books are notable for their ability to tell larger stories with simplicity and style, and The Story of Babar is no exception. Potentially troubling moments--the death of Babar's mother, for example--are handled with taste, emphasizing Babar's unique gift for uncovering a silver lining in the most persistent of clouds.
Please read this book.

〔152words〕

BR 2-11: MY FATHER'S DRGON


Do u know Elmer? I read in my child days.
The classic fantasy trilogy of Elmer Elevator and the flying baby dragon has delighted children and their parents for generations. Now, on the occasion of their fiftieth anniversary, Random House is proud to bring the three timeless tales together in one beautiful commemorative edition, complete with the original delightful illustrations. A Newbery Honor Book and an ALA Notable Book, My Father's Dragon is followed by Elmer and the Dragon "rich, humorous, and thoroughly satisfying" and The Dragons of Blueland "ingenious and plausible, the fantasy well-sustained". Each story stands alone, but read in succession, they are an unforgettable experience.
The pictures were so cute!
〔107words〕

BR 2-10: Pinocchio


Do you know Pinocchio? This is a fairy tale.
Mr. Cherry was carpenter. He was making a table leg by a piece of wood. It was lying in a corner of the carpenter’s workshop. Suddenly, “Don’t hurt me!” He was surprised. He was alone in his room. The wood said so. His friend, Gepetoo, knocked at the door. He wanted to make a puppet. The wood was angry to hear Gepetoo’s words. Mr. Cherry had the wood. So, Mr. Cherry was moved the wood and he jobbed Gepetto in the tummy. The two men’s wigs fell to the floor. Biff! They were laughing. Gepetto took a piece of wood. He started to make a puppet. At first, He chipped a head with hair. Next, he made two eyes, so it winked. He made a nose, so it began to grow. He made a mouth, so it laughed. He made a tongue, puppet’s body, legs and arms. The puppet started to move and he snatched his father’s wig. Gepetto chased his child. So, he was under arrest. The child walked around here and there and went back home at a night. Cricket told Pinocchio. Good sons were real boys. He threw a hummer. For a while, he was hungry. He broke an egg. A chick appeared and flew in the sky. He felt cold and was near a fireplace and fell asleep. When he woke up, his feet burned. At the time, Gepetto went home from a prison cell. He put out a fire of Pinocchio. Pinocchio promised Gepetto to be a good son. Pinocchio decided to go to school, but he wanted to see a puppet show. He exchanged a book to a ticket. Then, he appeared at the stage. The manager was so angry. He sneezed. Pinocchio gave 5 gold coins. He met a cat and a fox. They were a downright liar but Pinocchio couldn’t see through the lie. He went to a dangerous place and was chased, ran into little cottage. There was a polite poodle there. The next morning, he met a lady with breakfast. When he told a lie, his nose grew longer and doubled in length. He heard Gepetto met great danger. He couldn’t find his boat. He reached to Toy land. But he jumped into the sea and swam away. Suddenly, a big shark appeared. He found Dad in the shark. They went out from mouth and went back home again. Pinpcchio became a Real Son!
I was impressed by this story.

〔421words〕

12/30/2008

BR 2-09: The Incredible Present


This story was a strange story.
Lily Mack lived with her granny. Her parents weren’t like other parents. They bought a balloon and set off “We’ll be back for Lily’s birthday!” The next day was her birthday. She wanted a telescope. Her birthday came. She sat up in surprise. Granny put her presents in a different. There were many balloons and notes at banister. They were a clue. She looked for here and there. Granny sat in a room. 3 presents were there! A book from Aunty Alice, a basket of smell soap from Granny, a box of writing paper from cousin Jo. Then, the last present from parents was. It was incredible. It was a small bag with a label. Ask for anything you want! wrote there. “Crayons, please!” So, They appeared. Then, she wrote a bet – making robot, a space buddy and, witch’s kitten, an enormous hand and so on. But ask for six things. All things were not complete. At the end, she wrote “parents.” So, her parents came back! She was very happy:) Dad broke the spell. All strange things recovered. Her parents were at home. Her parents and her lived together. Her parents became inventors.
It was great for her. I want this present, too.

〔213words〕

BR 2-08: THE MONSTER GANG


I like the kind of this book. It was easy to read for me.
It was rainy day today. Ellie, Ben, Lee, Micky, Tas and Ruby were boring. All children gathered in Ellie’s room. They played their favorite things but they were free. Ellie suggested that she had a fantastic idea. It was a gang! They approved and drew their gang pictures and had each idea. The next morning, it was fine. Children changed each 6 monsters. All used in a tree house of Micky’s granddad. All clothes were very creative. A monster was hungry and prepared refreshments and drink. It distributed them to each monster. It found someone but one monster didn’t find. Who? Then, all people heard Ellie’s voice. 6 monsters have been already there. ????? She was with her dog, Goldie in downstairs. They went back in the tree house. So, a note left on the table….from Gang! One was a really gang!!!!!
This story seemed to be a dream. Children’s play were fun:)

〔167words〕

BR 2-07: Star Reporter


Steve’s actions were interesting!
Steve had to look for articles of newspaper. Joe was a friend of Steve. He told him that a new lady looks to come in this town. He began to look for her. He might find her in this town. He chased her. She went to CADO MALL, so he went there, too. He didn’t see around and only see her. Then she went to a fountain in a park. He went there, too and fell into the fountain. Next, she met animal. He went there, too and horses were in my way. After that she went to library, drunk something in other place, went to CADO STAR newspaper office. Then, he visited a writer. In fact, he was her grandfather. There was a tree in his house. A cat went up the tree and couldn’t step off. Steve climbed the tree and tried to help the cat. But he fell down the tree. “Newspaper Editor’s Son Gets wet – cat stays Dry!” showed in an article. They fell in love!
This was happy end.

〔178words〕

BR 2-06: THE RANSOM OF RED CHIEF


I couldn’t expect this ending of this book, so I like this one.
Bill and Saw came the town to give some money. When they arrived at this town, “THE RANSOM OF RED CHIEF. Town of Summit have a nice day!” wrote. They tool a boy away with them. A boy’s name was Johnny, a son of the rich. He didn’t fear them at all. He was a naughty boy! He did children’s play with them. He enjoyed the time. One of the two was so tired…then was frighten the boy. Another one decided to demand a ransom. He wrote a letter and demanded $ 1500 as ransom. Then he received an answer. The content was “Give us $ 200. If so, you can escape while we will angry our child.” They paid $ 200 to Mr. and Mrs. Ebenezer Dorset. Then they escaped. In the sign of town, “THE RANSOM OF RED CHIEF. You are now leaving. Town of Summit have a nice day!”
This book was written in naughty. It was funny.

〔174words〕

BR 2-05: Give us the Money



I think these pictures are comical. The first impression was good for me.
Adam Gray saw a nice dream and woke up. Today is boring Monday at the bank, He doesn’t like his job and he likes Mr. Smith, his boss. But he doesn’t want to be late for work. Every day doesn’t change. He met Mrs.B on his way to the bank. She said, “Your horoscope for holiday.” And “do something different today.” He didn’t believe it. He always goes left, but go right. Suddenly, he witnessed she was robbed a bag. He helped her and ran away with her bag and a gun. It was a scene in a drama. At the same time, burglars broke into a bank. A man of burglars and Adam Gray bumped. Their bags changed. Each people ran away. An actress and Adam Gray stopped because she didn’t need his help. She said that there was no money in the rucksack and there was just newspaper. They decided having the wrong bag. These two bags were exchanged when they were crash. They chased the two. Adam and a lady got on a car quickly. She asked him to call a movie supervisor. The car stopped in vacant land because there was no petrol. Burglars took back their bag. A movie worker filmed the scene. Adam was late for his job! Everyone laughed. Ha Ha Ha ;b If he lost a job, don’t worry. He was able to become a bank robber!
I was so excited. I finished to read this book sooner.

〔259wirds〕

BR 2-04: SURVIVE!


This book is a book which I can choose ways.
Your name was Chris, and you were in a small plane. Then the engine made strange and the plane went down into one of the mountains on going across the Rocky mountain way. Next, you had to go to 20. You could choose the way which you like. You’ll find if you could survive by your choice. Your first choice will be “Your turn to the right or left.” There are some trees in your right and there is deep snow in your left. By the way, which choice do you do? If you turn to the right, you will……
You must go back. If you turn to the left, you must go to 15. In 25, you are safe because you land on the snow. Then I chose “You stay in the plane.” I go out and go down the mountain. I can take the coat, the banana, and the cigarette lighter. I light a fire in the trees and spend during a night. One my way to go the mountain in the morning, I find the tunnel and enter there. In the inner part, there is a big hole in the ground and an old rope in the hole. Here, I chose “You go down the rope.” So, I …
If I choose “you go back up the tunnel.”, I come to go into the rocky valley. Next, I walk down the mountain. For a while, I walk and see some strange fruit, I don7t eat the fruit because I seem to see the dangerous. Walking carefully onto the lake, the ice begins to move under your feet, so I go back and walk around the lake. Then I walk down the river and catch a fish. I can survive. It’s evening again. There’s a helicopter in the sky and I build a big fire, but I can’t see the helicopter soon. Next morning, I build another fire. So, I hear the helicopter again. It seems the smoke and lands on the snow. I am safe. I can survive.
We can choose many kinds of ways. It was very interesting! Could you survive? I could survive twice….

〔369words〕

10/17/2008

BR2-03: TAXI OF TERROR


I chose this book because I liked a picture of a cover. The content of this book was to have unexpected experience for a night.
This day was Jack's farewell party. He gave a card to coworkers. His new job is great but he was sorry because he was leaving them. A man gave him a mobile phone. He didn't know how to use it. Then it was calling and he could take a call. Everybody had a good time and it was late when the party was finished. He was troubled how he went home because he had no work the next day. He couldn't find a taxi. At last, he found a taxi and he slept in the taxi. The taxi was hijacked in the time that he was sleeping and the driver drove a winding road. The guilty person didn’t want any money and wanted to go an airport. Jack woke up and he thought he had to help driver and himself. He made a gun by his hands but the guilty person could see Jack’s hands. Then he was dropped off the taxi and was packed into a boot. He called the police about his crisis and told them the guilty person’s features and the way that they were driving. They arrived at the airport and the police arrived there, too. The guilty person ran to an entrance of an airplane bumping into a woman. The police placed him under arrest. The woman slapped him on the cheek. Ouch! Then, the police’s phone was called. Help! It was from Jack. The driver said to him, “That’s £16.50 please.” “Ha! Ha! Ha!” ,everyone laughed.
I enjoyed the ending of this book. It made me feel uneasy in the middle of reading.

〔295words〕

10/14/2008

Favorite Place(s): outline

My favorite place: university cafeteria

Reason 1: gather my friends
2: can make friends
3: can spend good time

Conclusion: I'd like to go to university because I enjoy my university life by spending my time with my friends.

〔39words〕

10/07/2008

BR 2-02: KING AUTHUR


I chose this book because I was interested in. I don’t like the war story much but I wanted to read.
A man made a dream about Merlin the magician at the night. He saw Merlin the magician in his dream. He told him something. So, he wanted to do like he was told. He had to find the King. Arthur became the King. He made a wonderful country. It was a comfortable country. But half – sister, Morgan and her son, Mordred appeared. They were full of cunning. The country changed to bad way gradually. Guinevere became the queen. She was so beautiful. Arthur was so happy. The war even began again. Lancelet appeared in this time. He was cool. Morgan had a craft. Arthur and Lancelet made war for queen, but this cause of the war was Morgan. It behaved as I expected. When the country was wonderful, the Round Table was. It was out of use. But the two men noticed the truth and finished the war. Arthur was a great king.
The war can begin easily. The war which they don’t want is. But there are great people. This book was good.
〔198words〕

9/29/2008

Cooks Recipes | Parfait Dessert Recipes at CooksRecipes.com: a wesite review


Cooks Recipes Parfait Dessert Recipes at CooksRecipes.com is a English cooks recipes site which is containted from dessert recipe to cooking recipe.

http://ma.gnolia.com/groups/wink/tags/cooking

"Clever Cooking Tip" appears next to this site's name. This is a little knowledge on making dish. The center of this site is given 22 Parfait Dessert Recipes and lines in alphabetical order.

The other, recipe categories has been at the lower left. These are not only dessert but also meat or vegetables dish.

For example, "International Food Recipes" is sorted out each contries.
http://www.cooksrecipes.com/category/international.html
"Gramma Pie" "Lamingtons" have in part of Australia. There are Caribbean, China, Denmark and so on, and each contries are from 1 recipe to over 10 recipes.

The upper part of the first site has Home, Feattures, Cooking Dictionary, Cook-&-Book Review and Read the Articles.
The page of "Home" has featured recipe, recipe sampling and healthier recipes, and they also have recipes' pictures.
http://www.cooksrecipes.com/index.html

The page of "Features" has video recipes. While we can watch this video, we can make much recipes.
http://www.cooksrecipes.com/tips.html

We can search for cook wording in the page of "Cooking Dictionary".
http://www.cooksrecipes.com/cooking-dictionary/cooking-dictionary.html

We can watch many books which introduce cook, book names and the author.
http://www.cooksrecipes.com/cookbook_reviews.html


There are many articles regarding cooking, foods, family and so on.
http://www.cooksrecipes.com/features/articles.html


This site have many appetizing dish's pictures. The recipes have much level and we can chose a recipe which we may make. Then I think we can enjoy making or watching many dishes because they have many pictures or video.


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9/06/2008

BR 2-01: VAMPIRE KILLER


I don’t like the fear things but I could read this book. I couldn’t expect end of this book and I was overturned by ending of this one.
Colin Miller was looking for job. Once, he found a label of new job. He decided to go this place. The place was so dark and a man appeared. Then he asked him many questions. He felt terror but he got new job. He met a woman when he got out and she entered the mansion, too. The one night, he had to go a place and she was there, too. Professor Fletcher came. Professor, Colin and Claudia had to find
vampire. They went to see a man and came to hear a vampire’s whereabouts. Next, they went to other place. She transformed herself into a vampire in the place. Professor fainted away because the door hit him on the head. Colin was barely killed by her but the morning sun shone into the room and he was saved. He got along with her but she was a vampire. He couldn’t forget her.
This story came to an unexpected ending. Please read:b

〔193words〕