Weekly Challenge: Week of July 16, 2012

Teen Summer Reading

Weekly Challenge

~Week of July 16th, 2012~

Getting to Know Your Teen Collection

Use one of FRE’s catalog computers

(or direct your own Internet-connected device to: http://www.cumberlandcountylibraries.org/catalog) to find answers to the following questions.

1.   Do a SUBJECT search for : “graphic novels.”

a.   Record the number of results here: ______________________________

2.   Narrow your results by selecting “Fredricksen” as your “Location.”

a.   Record your new number of results here:

______________________________

3.   Now narrow your results even further by limiting your results to “Teen Fiction.”

4.   How many Fiction graphic novels are located in the TEEN Graphic Novel section @ FRE?

______________________________

July 16-19 Teen Summer Reading Program Events

Upcoming Teen Events @ FRE

A Murderous Melodrama - A Murder Mystery 
Monday, July 16 at 1:00 or 3:00 pm 
The male lead in the high school play was found dead at center stage after the final performance. Come investigate the crime scene, examine the evidence, and see if you can determine whodunit. Registration starts July 1. For teens entering grades 7 – 12, register starting July 1. 

Creative Writing Workshop 
Tuesday, July 17 at 2:00 pm 
This creative writing workshop will get you inspired to write in your own voice, your own rhythm, your own language. Learn about yourself and others through creative expression by exploring thoughts, feelings, ideas and fantasy through paper and pen. Presented by Sherrie LeuVay of Real Simple Soul. For teens entering grades 7 – 12, register starting July 1. 

Zumba for Teens 
Wednesday, July 18 at 1:00 pm 
Learn why Zumba is a popular exercise program for all ages! A professional instructor from Art in Motion fitness will guide us through this high energy exercise that includes dance moves of many forms. No dance experience necessary and no registration required. For teens entering grades 7 – 12. 

Thursday Afternoon Movies for Teens 
Thursday, July 19 at 1:00 pm 
Movie: Captain America
Enjoy a different movie every Thursday at 1:00, followed by the weekly prize drawing. Popcorn and drinks provided courtesy of Friends of Fredricksen. No registration required. For teens entering grades 7 – 12. 


Safe Sitter Workshop
2-part workshop, Friday July 29 & Saturday July 21 from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm
Ages 11-13. To register call 763-2427. There is a $30 fee which will include a manual, a messenger bag, and additional supplies. Bring a bag lunch.

Stick / Andrew Smith

Title: Stick
Author: Andrew Smith
Owned by CCLS? Yes

Stick, the boy born with only one ear, and his older brother Bosten live in Washington state with their parents. Due to his lack of an ear, Stick gets made fun of and is constantly harassed by his classmates at school. Fortunately, Bosten is usually there to put the bullies in their place; unfortunately, when the boys get home, they are usually faced with even bigger, more serious issues. Their parents enforce strict rules in the house that include only weekly showers, a strict dress code, hair length requirements, and regular beatings and visits to St. Fillan's room.

When it is revealed to the boys's father that Bosten is gay, Bosten suffers through one final beating before he decides to run away. Having no one left he can count on, Stick also finds himself on the run, in search of Bosten. Along the way, both brothers experience additional tragedies and events that test their strength and ability to hope for a better life. In the end...will things get better and will Stick find Bosten?


M's Verdict... Intense read! I chose to read this particular novel because I wanted a story that was written by a male author and featured guys as the main characters. Ater reading Stick, I would certainly read another of Smith's books. The story was believable and so terrible that I couldn't stop reading--I had to know how it ended! Despite Bosten and Stick's terrible home, once Bosten runs away and Stick takes off after him, the road to finding his brother and perhaps a better life, takes both boys through terrible encounters that may just be worse than what they left. It's a great story of survival, hope, and taking a stand for yourself, no matter what. I recommend this book to older teens, both guys and girls looking for something different to read.

Weekly Challenge: Week of July 9, 2012

Teen Summer Reading

Weekly Challenge

~Week of July 9th, 2012~

What is one of the possible responses that would correctly fill in the blank in the following sentence?

  

“This sentence has _____________ letters.”

July 9-12 Teen Summer Reading Program Events

Upcoming Teen Events @ FRE

Teen Craft: Glass Stone Necklaces & Magnets 
Monday, July 9 at 1:00 pm 
Join us as we paint stones to make beautiful necklaces or magnets. We will guide you through making these unique and fun crafts. For teens entering grades 7 – 12, register starting June 15.

REGISTER ONLINE

Video Game Weapons and Tactics 
Tuesday, July 10 at 1:00 pm 
Are you an avid gamer? A history and military buff? Learn about modern military weapons and tactics and compare them to video games like Call of Duty. No registration required.

Hunger Games Event
Wednesday, July 11 at 1:00 pm 
If you love the book the Hunger Games, you won't want to miss this event. We will have games related to the Hunger Games. Think a supply-filled cornucopia and one on one combat! We'll have a craft, food, and archery demonstrations. Registration is limited. For teens entering grades 7 – 12, register starting June 20. REGISTER ONLINE

Thursday Afternoon Movies for Teens 
Thursday, July 12 at 3:00 pm 

Movie: Spirited Away

Enjoy a different movie every Thursday, followed by the weekly prize drawing. Popcorn and drinks provided courtesy of Friends of Fredricksen. No registration required. For teens entering grades 7 – 12. 

Weekly Challenge: Week of July 2, 2012

Weekly Challenge

~Week of July 2nd~

July is National Blueberry month, so let’s think BLUE…

·        Melissa de la Cruz Series 

(also the name of a Police Drama TV Show)

·        Kid’s TV Show

·        “Evolved” DVDs

·        Pop Icon’s Baby

·        Gnome-like Blue Characters

·        James Cameron Movie Set In 2154

Name 2 Crayola colors in the BLUE family.

• _______________________________
• _______________________________

Lost in the River of Grass / Ginny Rorby

TITLE: Lost in the River of Grass
AUTHOR: Ginny Rorby
OWNED BY CCLS? Yes

Picture this... you are a great swimmer who attends a private school in Florida on a swimming scholarship and it's abundantly clear that everyone at school despises you. Somehow, despite the lack of camaraderie that you feel, you find yourself going on an overnight class field trip to the Everglades.

When a cute boy invites you on an airboat tour, what do you do? Do you throw away the chance of a personal tour of the Glades in order to spend another minute with your snobby classmates, or would you take the cute boy up on his offer? What's the worst that could happen, right?

A real adventure of two teens who end up stranded in the Everglades with one Gatorade bottle, a can of Spam, and a duckling named Teapot. Will they make it out alive?

M's Verdict: Talk about an adventure! After I read Rorby's novel I found out that it was based on a true story, which made the story even more horrifying. I cannot imagine being left stranded in the Everglades, with little to no food and water, and being surrounded by gators, snakes and wild hogs--NO THANKS! Definitely don't pick this book up if you're planning on traveling to Florida anytime soon, but do pick this book up if you're looking for a book that keeps you hooked until the end. It was intense, terrifying, and I couldn't wait to know whether Sarah and Andy would ever make it out of the Glades alive!

July 2-5 Teen Summer Reading Program Events

Upcoming Teen Events @ FRE

Video Game Day - Just Dance 

Monday, July 2 at 1:00 pm 
Dance your afternoon away with your friends! We will have Just Dance Wii on the 10' screen, along with other systems set up around the room. Refreshments provided. No registration required. For teens entering grades 7 – 12.

Trivia Fun Day 
Tuesday, July 3 at 1:00 pm 
Do you think you are smart? Do you have a head full of facts? Well, come test your skills with a day filled with trivia games. We'll have a variety of trivia games set up around the room, including some video trivia. Refreshments provided. No registration required. For teens entering grades 7 – 12.

Thursday Afternoon Movies for Teens 
Thursday, July 5 at 1:00 pm 
Movie: Letters to Juliet
Enjoy a different movie every Thursday at 1:00 (except July 12 @ 3:00 pm), followed by the weekly prize drawing. Popcorn and drinks provided courtesy of Friends of Fredricksen. No registration required. For teens entering grades 7 – 12. 

Weekly Challenge: Week of June 25, 2012

Weekly Challenge

~Week of June 25th~

Complete the medium difficulty-level

Sudoku puzzle below.

June 25-28 Teen Summer Reading Program Events

Upcoming Teen Events @ FRE

Annual Tie Dye for Teens Monday, June 25 at 1:00 pm Bring your own t-shirt, socks, shirt, whatever. We'll supply everything else. Natural fibers (cotton, rayon, etc) work best. No registration required. For teens entering grades 7 – 12. 

Introduction to Hip Hop Dance Tuesday, June 26 at 1:00 pm Come learn some basic moves of hip hop dance which will be put together to learn an actual routine. You'll learn the moves to a song you will know and can relate to and use later! No registration required. For teens entering grades 7 – 12.

Elementary Game Day Wednesday, June 27 at 1:00 pm - weather permitting Relive your elementary recess days! Join us for kickball, four square, hopscotch, sidewalk chalk and other fun games. This will be held on the side lawn, weather permitting. Drinks and ice cream will be provided. No registration required. For teens entering grades 7 – 12.

Thursday Afternoon Movies for Teens 

Thursday, June 28 at 1:00 pm Movie: Ferris Bueller's Day Off
Enjoy a different movie every Thursday at 1:00 (except July 12 @ 3:00 pm), followed by the weekly prize drawing. Popcorn and drinks provided courtesy of Friends of Fredricksen. No registration required. For teens entering grades 7 – 12.