Top 10 September

Sep
27
Posted in New Fiction, New Material, Top 10
by Shelley

September is quite exciting – check out the new Diary of a Wimpy Kid book!

1. Mark of Athena, Rick Riordan – New Book – this is the 3rd time the 3rd book in the Heroes of Olympus Series is #1 on the Reserves list!

2. Kingdom of the Wicked, Derek Landy – Available Now - The latest Skulduggery Pleasant is up from #10 last month.

3. Yellowfang’s SecretErin Hunter -  New Bookup from # 4 last month – the 5th book in the Super Edition Arc.

4. Captain Underpants and the Terrifying Return of Tippy Tinkletrousers, Dav Pilkey – Available Now - 4th month on the Top 10!

5. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: the third wheel, Jeff Kinney – New Book – The latest in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid – Greg is in middle school – it debuts at #5! Reserve it now!

6. Big Book of Billy B. BrownSally Rippin - New Book – 4th month on the top 10 list!

7. Guide to Pokemon Legends, New Book – 1st time on the list. Reserve now and learn all about the legends of Pokemon!

8. The Third DoorEmily Rodda - New Book – Join Rye as he faces another door – the third, wooden door.

9. The 26-Storey TreehouseAndy Griffiths – Available Now – Get in quick – For everyone who enjoyed the 13-Storey Treehouse!

10. Emerald StarJacqueline Wilson - New BookReserve your copy of Hetty Feather’s latest adventure now!

New non-fiction to get you moving

Jul
27
Posted in Books, New Material, New Non-Fiction
by Nicola

Great kids non-fiction books with an ‘action’ theme.

 Free Running

Have you ever heard of free running? Free running is an awesome sport that is popular in many urban centres around the world, such as London, New York and Tokyo. This book talks about the short history of free running, why it has become so popular and how you can start free running! Unlike a lot of the other extreme sports, you don’t need any special equipment…just a good level of fitness and nerves of steel! This book is part of the ‘Adrenelin Rush’ series.

 

 

 

Snowboarding

This is another book in the Adrenelin Rush series, for those who love nothing more than to hit the slopes! It talks about the history of snowboarding, its famous athletes, and how you can start snowboarding yourself. It’s also got some good basic information on the types of tricks you do, and how to buy and get the best out of your equipment. It also gives some great tips on how you can stay safe while looking cool.

For those who like to draw rather than do there’s a great book for you as well:

 

 

How to draw manga action figures

This is a great book for those who are just starting out drawing. It’s got great instructions on important topics like perspective, what drawing tools to use and action poses. After you’ve mastered those basics, this book will show you how to draw figures who are jumping, kicking, falling or in a defensive posture…all essential if you want to draw your own action-packed manga!

If machines are more your thing, take a look at:

Drawing Speed Machines

This is another great book for those who have just started to draw. The pictures are large and clear, and the instructions will teach you, step by step, to draw sports cars or stunt planes or any other vehicle you could want! It’s got some interesting information about the machines featured as well.

 

 

Avoid being a ninja warrior!

This book will tell you everything you need to know about the real Ninjas of Japan.  Follow a young Ninja through his training to the end of his first mission, and learn all about the training, discipline and skills that made the Ninjas so famous.

 

 

 

 

Warships

Why fight with a sword when you can fight with a ship? Or even better, a fleet? If you want to learn about the modern warship, this the book for you!  It talks about how warships are built, and has great cross sections showing you different parts of the ship.  There are some great illustrations showing the different types of warship, and there’s a few pages on the warship through history.

 

 

 

 

Fighter Planes 

Did you know that pilots earn the title “Ace” after five victories in the air? If that and other facts about Spitfires, Hurricanes and the modern fighterplanes such as F-22 Raptors interest you, get this book out! It’s got plenty of information about fighter planes from the early biplanes to the futuristic UCAVs.

Top 10 July

Jul
24
Posted in New Material, Top 10
by Shelley

Get in quickly! The most popular kids’ books reserved at Wellington City Libraries for the month of July are:

1. Mark of Athena, Rick Riordan – (new) – up from #2 last month – Book 3 in the Heroes of Olympus Series.

2. Guardian Angel, Robert Muchamore – (new) – up from #3 last month – Book 2 in the Cherub Series.

3. Summer’s Dream, Cathy Cassidy -  up from #4 last month – Part of the Chocolate Box Series.

4. Captain Underpants and the Terrifying Return of Tippy Tinkletrousers, Dav Pilkey – (new) – up from #5 last month – Can Captain Underpants stop Tippy Tinkletrousers?

5. Yellowfang’s Secret, Erin Hunter – (new) – The 5th book in the Super Edition Arc.

6.  Big Book of Billie B. Brown, Sally Rippin (new) – Another one of Billie B. Brown’s exciting adventures!

7. Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, J.K. Rowling – You loved the book – you’ll love the audio book – narrated by Jim Dale.

8. Angel and the Flying Stallions, Stacy Gregg – one of the popular Pony Club Secrets.

9. All Because of a Cup of Coffee, Geronimo Stilton – Geronimo Stilton falls in love! What?? Geronimo in LOVE?? What will he get up to?

10. The Demigod Files, Rick Riordan – a collection of three short stories featuring your favourite hero, Percy Jackson!

Kids’ Reviews by Lily

May
18
Posted in Kids' Reviews
by susannah

The Recruit by Robert Muchamore

If you have a great taste for action and adventure, then read this awesome book. It is about a young boy named James Adams, who is chosen for a top secret organisation called CHERUB, where children go on undercover missions and help save Britain. And there’s one key thing: no one suspects that children are spying on them. 5 stars.
 
Maximum Security by Robert Muchamore
 
 This book is great because the author’s writing style ensures full graphic images that you can visualise when you read it.
 
Reviews by Lily of Ngaio
 
 
 
 

 

Kids’ Review by Samuel

May
15
Posted in Kids' Reviews
by susannah

The Anniversary Legends Series #1: Race at the Rock by Michael Panckridge

An awesome sports series from Michael Panckridge, the books follow a competition-crazed school called Sandhurst. The main rivalry is Mitchell against Travis. Each book centres around a different sport and I would recommend it to anyone who is sport frenzied. 4 stars.

Review by Samuel

Kids’ Review by Nina

Mar
09
Posted in Kids' Reviews
by susannah

CHERUB Series: The Killing by Robert Muchamore

James Adams has been recruited on a mission with Dave. James has to make friends with Max Tarasov, the son of small-time crook, Leon Tarasov. As soon as James starts to dig up some leads he realises he needs information from an 18 year old boy. The only problem is the boy fell off a roof and died 13 months earlier. Follow James’ mission as he trys to reveal the mystery behind the robbery… 4 stars.
 
Review by Nina of Wadestown
 
 

 

 

Kids’ Review by Samuel

Jun
09
Posted in Kids' Reviews
by susannah

Conspiracy 365 #1: January by Gabrielle Lord

Accused of shooting his uncle, and putting his younger sister into a coma, innocent teen fugitve Callum Ormond’s life is spinning out of control! Ever since his dad went to Ireland, bad things keep happening to Cal. Chased by two power hungry criminal gangs, sleeping in drains, and with only two friends whom he can rely on, Cal really knows what life is like on the run. A great book for reading ages 10-13. Peace Out. 5 stars.

Review by Samuel of Karori

The Clockwork Chronicles

Feb
23
Posted in Books, New Material
by debbie

If you enjoyed the Grey Griffins Trilogy – The Revenge of the Shadow King, The Rise of the Black Wolf and The fall of the Templar then take a look at the Grey Griffins new adventures starting with The Brimstone Key - book 1 of the Clockwork Chronicles.

Max, Natalia, Ernie and Harley are in for a new adventure when they enrol at the Iron Bridge Academy, a school were they are trained in the fight against the forces of evil. In this book they meet the Clockwork King,  a Templar foe from days past, who is set to complete his plan that he made decades ago – to make an army of clockwork machines.

Get ready for another action packed exciting ride.

Kids’ Review by Catherine

Jan
30
Posted in Kids' Reviews
by susannah

Nightmare Academy #1: Monster Hunters by Dean Lorey and Brandon Dorman

Great and thrilling book with lots of mystery and action. 4 stars.
Review by Catherine of Khandallah
 
 

 

 

Kids’ Review by Aaryan

Dec
22
Posted in Kids' Reviews
by susannah

Boy vs Beast: Battle of the Borders #8: Volcan by Mac Park

This is a great book for the shoe level (Easy to Read). 4 stars.

Review by Aaryan of Karori
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