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Start your review of Don't Feed the Geckos! (The Carver Chronicles, #3)
Carlos, has to share his room with his visiting cousin Bernardo, and it's not going to be easy, since he has to give up the top bunk, and tell Bernardo the rules for the care and feeding of his Geckos. They are in the same classroom at school. Ms Shelby-Ortiz has Carlos help Bernardo get settled in and learn the rules of the class. These two cousins have a lot to learn about one another's likes and dislikes, strengths and weaknesses, daily habits, and lifestyles. Carlos, has to share his room with his visiting cousin Bernardo, and it's not going to be easy, since he has to give up the top bunk, and tell Bernardo the rules for the care and feeding of his Geckos. They are in the same classroom at school. Ms Shelby-Ortiz has Carlos help Bernardo get settled in and learn the rules of the class. These two cousins have a lot to learn about one another's likes and dislikes, strengths and weaknesses, daily habits, and lifestyles. ...more
Though Carlos wants to be welcoming to his cousin Bernardo, who must share his room temporarily while his family relocates, he finds himself worrying when Bernardo proves to be a better soccer player than Carlos, and acts recklessly around Carlos's beloved pet geckos.I would place this book at the very highest end of the beginning chapter book spectrum, along with the Alvin Ho, Justin Case, and Mason Dixon series. The tone of the story is suited to a second or third grader, and there are a few p
Though Carlos wants to be welcoming to his cousin Bernardo, who must share his room temporarily while his family relocates, he finds himself worrying when Bernardo proves to be a better soccer player than Carlos, and acts recklessly around Carlos's beloved pet geckos.I would place this book at the very highest end of the beginning chapter book spectrum, along with the Alvin Ho, Justin Case, and Mason Dixon series. The tone of the story is suited to a second or third grader, and there are a few pictures to help break up the text, but the vocabulary - and particularly the use of Spanish phrases - make it closer to a middle grade novel than a true beginning chapter book. It would be a good choice for kids in fourth grade or so who are intimidated by novels, but ready for slightly more challenging material. It would also be an equally good choice for advanced first and second graders.
The black and white pictures by Laura Freeman consist of both full-page illustrations of key scenes and smaller spot drawings that break up the text and convey character emotion. There are also some appealing life-like illustrations of the insects and lizards Carlos is interested in. The final artwork was not included in the ARC, but the style appears to be similar to that of Jacqueline Rogers, who illustrates the Calvin Coconut books.
Kids will like this book for its believable main character, its realistic dialogue, and its focus on animals and sports along with the central family conflict. Spanish-speaking readers will also enjoy the inclusion of words and phrases in their native language. Science-minded kids will also love learning all about geckos as Carlos tries to teach Bernardo to handle them properly.
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This is a cute chapter book for beginning independent readers. Carlos goes to Carver Elementary school and has worked hard to become a good student. He tries hard to play soccer to please his dad, but really wants to do something involving animals. He has an ant farm and 3 geckos, but if he gets 100 on 5 spelling tests in a row, his dad will get him a butterfly habitat and his room will be his oasis. When he finds out that his cousin Bernardo is moving in with them and will be sharing his room, This is a cute chapter book for beginning independent readers. Carlos goes to Carver Elementary school and has worked hard to become a good student. He tries hard to play soccer to please his dad, but really wants to do something involving animals. He has an ant farm and 3 geckos, but if he gets 100 on 5 spelling tests in a row, his dad will get him a butterfly habitat and his room will be his oasis. When he finds out that his cousin Bernardo is moving in with them and will be sharing his room, he is not happy but tries to make the best of it. Bernardo is somewhat of a disappointment to Bernardo. He gets the top bunk, is awesome at soccer so steals his father's affection, does not do well in school and tries to feed the geckos popcorn. What other trouble will he cause and how will it affect Carlos. When Carlos finally realizes that Bernardo is not doing things to hurt him but is trying to fit in and get over the loss of his father, he feels bad and tries to make amends. A story with a good message about school and thinking about others. I would certainly recommend this book to school libraries, teachers for their class library and students reading beginning chapter books.I received a copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
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In Don't Feed the Geckos, Carlos finds out that having his cousin stay with him isn't as fun as he hoped. Carlos feels more or less like a real kid with kid worries, though maybe a bit intelligent when it comes to animals. Like many of English's books, the plot is fairly heavy on the issues with some occasional nods toward what being a child is really like. At times the lesson part is a bit too obvious and the ending is a bit rushed. I think young readers who are gaining confidence in their read In Don't Feed the Geckos, Carlos finds out that having his cousin stay with him isn't as fun as he hoped. Carlos feels more or less like a real kid with kid worries, though maybe a bit intelligent when it comes to animals. Like many of English's books, the plot is fairly heavy on the issues with some occasional nods toward what being a child is really like. At times the lesson part is a bit too obvious and the ending is a bit rushed. I think young readers who are gaining confidence in their reading abilities will find things to like and gain a bit more confidence in their skills by the end.Note: ARC received via Amazon Vine in exchange for review.
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Cute story about the conflicts Carlos has when his cousin comes to live with them for a short time. Bernardo's behavior is annoying and upsetting when he gets attention from his father because he is better at playing soccer than Carlos! Lots of good situations that show bullying behaviors and would lend themselves to some good classroom discussions. Love the facts about animals embedded in the story, since Carlos is a true animal lover. Great for grades 2-3. Cute story about the conflicts Carlos has when his cousin comes to live with them for a short time. Bernardo's behavior is annoying and upsetting when he gets attention from his father because he is better at playing soccer than Carlos! Lots of good situations that show bullying behaviors and would lend themselves to some good classroom discussions. Love the facts about animals embedded in the story, since Carlos is a true animal lover. Great for grades 2-3. ...more
A chapter book for young readers who are progressing with their reading and vocabulary, this is a good addition for libraries, whether public or school. The main characters are Latino boys which will be very appealing especially for those of that population to be able to read something about people like themselves. Family is also important in this story as well as learning how to stand up for oneself.
I received a copy of this book from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Children's Book Group via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I received a copy of this book from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Children's Book Group via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. ...more
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An adorable heartfelt chapter book for youngsters new to chapter books.
Carlos learned about misunderstandings, jealousy, and responsibilities to one's family. This series gives the reader insights to well-rounded and realistic characters. Carlos learned about misunderstandings, jealousy, and responsibilities to one's family. This series gives the reader insights to well-rounded and realistic characters. ...more
Young readers will easily relate to Carlos' feelings about his cousin coming to stay with them and the problems that Carlos experiences with Bernardo. Young readers will easily relate to Carlos' feelings about his cousin coming to stay with them and the problems that Carlos experiences with Bernardo. ...more
Karen English is a Coretta Scott King Honor Award-winner and the author of the Nikki and Deja and The Carver Chronicles series. Her novels have been praised for their accessible writing, authentic characters, and satisfying storylines. She is a former elementary school teacher and lives in Los Angeles, California.
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