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YA Readers at St. Matthew SchoolOctober 30, 2009 I spent Thursday morning at St. Matthew school in Oak Creek, WI visiting with the 7th grade class. Since I started the Saturday morning Young Adult program, I'm always looking to recruit readers and when I was invited to speak I thought it was a great opportunity to try to start a YA book club. Ms. McDonald, the teacher agreed. We even did a Drive By Video™. But, back to the visit. I was welcomed with cheers and awe that I actually knew authors (I personally think the kids were just happy to have something different happen in their school day, but I'm not complaining). I talked about my love of books and how they led me to all the wonderful things I now get to do.  When I asked the class if anyone read Twilight, 3/4 of the class raised their hands (almost all the girls and a half the boys). They all wanted to know if I met Stephenie Meyer (I haven't). Their second choice of author to meet was Stephen King (sorry, don't know him either). But I did impress them with a story about Dean Koontz and the ginormous line at Comic Con to see Stephanie and the cast of Twilight.I gave away free books and the kids were especially thrilled with those autographed by authors. One boy even asked for a note written by the author about her book. Then I asked if anyone was interested in blurbing for the blog. All the rest of the books were passed out to enthusiastic readers. So now we're on the lookout for a book to start the book club with that will appeal to both boys and girls in the seventh grade. The teacher would like to steer away from the paranormal for now, so I'm looking for suggestions. After we all read the book, I'd like to set up a video chat with the author to discuss their book with the kids. I need help here. Any suggestions? Read any good YA books lately that would appeal to this group? Want to be the author of choice? Please post your ideas and email me with the specifics to barbaravey@gmail.com. Let's start something special here. Oh, and don't forget that it's Your Turn Friday, so please comment on the book you've been reading lately. Bottom Line: Seventh graders...check. Now on to the eight graders. I know no fear. Posted by Barbara Vey on October 30, 2009 | Comments (13)
October 30, 2009
In response to: YA Readers at St. Matthew School Amanda commented: Hi to the kids at St. Matthew's. Nothing makes me happier than to hear that kids enjoy reading as much as I do. Much success with your book club!
October 30, 2009
In response to: YA Readers at St. Matthew School WW Jan commented: Barb, Your enthusiasm for books knows no bounds. I am impressed with your visit to St. Matthew's and the excitement you generated. Keep up the good work! Jan
October 30, 2009
In response to: YA Readers at St. Matthew School mary s commented: Wow Barb--what a noble pursuit! You are on to something big! Thanks for all you do!
October 30, 2009
In response to: YA Readers at St. Matthew School JD commented: Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is great for boys and girls.
October 30, 2009
In response to: YA Readers at St. Matthew School JD commented: Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is great for boys and girls.
October 30, 2009
In response to: YA Readers at St. Matthew School Edie Ramer commented: Love your sweatshirt, Barbara! Sounds like you and the kids had a blast. I'm sure you've encouraged some kids who haven't read a book for fun lately to open one and start reading.
October 30, 2009
In response to: YA Readers at St. Matthew School Lauren Baratz-Logsted commented: Since it's for boys and girls, I'd like to recommend my husband's book: ALIBI JUNIOR HIGH by Greg Logsted.
October 30, 2009
In response to: YA Readers at St. Matthew School sue corbett commented: How about The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau Banks -- that ought to spark some discussion across the gender lines!
October 30, 2009
In response to: YA Readers at St. Matthew School Liz Kreger commented: I believe Carrie Vaughn has a YA coming out in March of 2010 called "Voice of Dragons" but its probably a paranormal.
October 30, 2009
In response to: YA Readers at St. Matthew School Kelly Peterson commented: I can third the recommendations for Hunger Games...that was terrific, and I enjoyed the second book even more.
October 30, 2009
In response to: YA Readers at St. Matthew School Alison commented: I'm reading Ender's Game with my 6th grader and think that would make an excellent book club selection. There are many interesting themes to discuss.
October 30, 2009
In response to: YA Readers at St. Matthew School Barbara Monajem commented: Haven't read Hunger Games, but I can definitely second Ender's Game. It's an astonishing book.
November 2, 2009
In response to: YA Readers at St. Matthew School Jenni commented: Be Confident in Who You Are and Real Friends vs. the Other Kind by Annie Fox are the first two books in the Middle School Confidential series. A combination of fiction, nonfiction, and graphic novel. We've gotten some nice feedback from classes that have read these books.
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