Yes, I haven't been "blogging" in awhile. There were some teaching reassignments at my school, so I am no longer teaching reading. I debated ending The Woods' World of Words, but then decided to keep it. I'm still a teacher and I'm still a reader and everyone can continue to benefit from the blog.
Currently, on my nightstand is the book The True Meaning of Smekday by Adam Rex. This book is on loan from a co-worker, and she will probably never lend me another book because I've had it for over a year! Not because I don't like the book, but because I haven't had much leisure time to read. However, after reevaluating my time, I have vowed to give myself at least 10 minutes to read at night, and so, I return to Smekday!
The True Meaning of Smekday is a sci-fi story set in the future about an alien invasion. There is a writing contest held for students to define Smekday. And so, the reader meets the main character, Tip, who is constantly revising her essay about "the true meaning of Smekday." With each revision, the reader learns more about the strange aliens that have invaded Earth and how Tip and her cat Pig are surviving. It is an easy, entertaining read and if you like a little alien humor, you will enjoy this book. (Really, the alien's name is J.Lo??? Yes, really...) A potentially good read aloud for the older crowd, or a good silent read - it is well written, imaginative, and entertaining.
Check out this site for more info about Smekday:
http://www.smekday.com/
Check out this site for more info about author Adam Rex:
http://www.adamrex.com/
And, SR, I promise you will get your book back soon! After all, it's on my nightstand and it's what I'm reading.
