My Review: I think this movie was nice, and can be an enjoyable movie for young and older ladies to watch. There is no language in it that I remember, but there is mentioning of "gods." This is because the movie starts out in the land of Moab where the people there worshipped false "gods."
Monday, April 11, 2011
Movie Review: "The Book of Ruth: Journey of Faith"
My Review: I think this movie was nice, and can be an enjoyable movie for young and older ladies to watch. There is no language in it that I remember, but there is mentioning of "gods." This is because the movie starts out in the land of Moab where the people there worshipped false "gods."
Friday, February 25, 2011
Book Review - "A Peep Behind the Scenes"
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Book Review of Princess of Orange by Elisabeth Kyle
This historical novel continues to speak of Mary and William's happy marriage, the unsuccessful rebellion of Mary's cousin Monmouth, and how Mary and William become King and Queen of England. Princess of Orange is a captivating story and recommended for ages eleven and up.
Friday, February 18, 2011
Saturday, February 12, 2011
The Books Of Old Reading Challenge: Post Four
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Book Review of Make Way for Ducklings
written and illustrated by Robert McCloskey
first published in 1941
winner of the 1942 Caldecott Medal
Instead of being a movie or novel, like we normally post reviews of on this blog, Make Way For Ducklings is a picture book. But it is such a lovely book that I couldn't help writingn my review here.
This is the story of Mr. and Mrs. Mallard, and the trouble they had finding a place to raise their ducklings. It is written in a fresh, delightful style with a slight vintage feel to it. What really makes the story come alive, however, are the brown charcoal drawings on every page. They really give you a feel for the place and the characters. Even the ducklings, who don't have much in the story individually, are given in the story different attitudes and characters. To make these beautiful differences Robert McCloskey, who was an artist, brought six little ducklings into his studio to watch them and use them as models.
This little book is a classic. Mum read it out loud to me when I was little and I love it even more now. The wonderful thing about it is that it can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Book Reivew: The Hound of the Baskervilles
The Hound of the Baskervilles, by Sir Aurthur C. Doyle.
This is my favourite Sherlock Holmes adventure so far. There's a mysterious legend about a wild hound that haunts Baskerville Manor, but no one really believes in it...until Sir Charles is killed, with giant paw prints beside his body. Young Henry is the heir to Baskerville Manor, but Dr. Mortimer fears for his life and asks Sherlock Holmes and his friend Dr. Watson to help out. What follows is a chilling adventure on the wild moors of England as Sherlock tries to find this hound and unravel the mystery...without getting killed in the process.
One of the best Sherlock Holmes stories, Doyle has woven a gothic mystery that will leave you guessing until the end.
Recommended for ages 13 and up.
~Hannah Grace
Ps: I realize I was supposed to post on Friday, but it was very...hectic. So here it is now.