East's Favorite Books
| Teacher | Book | Why | Call # |
| Mrs. Edgett | Eragon by Christopher Paolini | This is a series of four wonderful novels called the Inheritance Cycle. The genre is fantasy and follows a story about a dragon and his rider. The novels offer suspense, sorrow, happiness, and adventure. This is a series for any gender and age. I highly recommend you try it! | F PAOLINI |
| Mr. Hagmann | Gone for Soldiers by Jeff Shaara | When I was younger, I used to love to read books – and quickly. Devoured them like a pac man. I even entered reading contests. I had a huge love of WW2 books, science fiction, and then Harry Potter. However, my favorite book I have ever read was Gone For Soldiers. My true love is the Civil War and it follows the generals of that time, but before they were involved in the Civil War. It focuses on their friendships and battles fought together and then that in a few short years would have some fighting against each other | F SHAARA |
| Mr. Hoffman | The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas | I enjoy literature that is set in and around the French Revolution. This novel tells a story of revenge and the search for justice. | F DUMAS |
| Mr. Hoffmanner | Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck | Of Mice and Men is one of my favorite books. It depicts an interesting time in history and shows an interesting interpretation of friendship. | F STEINBECK |
| Mrs. Howard | Wonder by R. J. Palacio | This is a book that I feel ever human being should read… not just child or student, but everyone. It gives us a glimpse at perspective and what it really feels to live like someone who is different. I think that the author does an amazing job at drawing you into the book and making you feel real feelings for her characters. No matter who you are, you can relate and connect with someone. This is a truly wonderful novel set out to change the way we see one another. | F PALACIO |
| Mrs. Laub | Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen | I love that Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy are both strong characters who stand up for what they believe, yet they still know when to admit they are wrong. Sometimes recognizing your own flaws can help you to see past the flaws in others. | F AUSTIN |
| Mrs. Lenhart | Harry Potter series by J. K. Rowling | I have thoroughly enjoyed all of the books in the Harry Potter series and am thrilled at the release of another. These books allow you to escape to a fantasy land where the impossible suddenly seems to be possible. I enjoyed reading them as I was growing up, and cannot wait to share them with my son when he gets older! | F ROWLING |
| Mrs. Lutz | Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J. K. Rowling |
It is my favorite because I grew up with Harry Potter and that book was the most magical, fun and exciting part of my childhood reading experience. |
F ROWLING |
| Mrs. Monzo | The Red Queen series by Victoria Aveyard |
I got hooked on it last year based on a student’s recommendation |
F AVEYARD |
| Mrs. Rossiter | The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein | I can't get through this book without crying. I think this book demonstrates selflessness, and I strongly feel that our world can benefit from people thinking more about others. | E SILVERSTEIN |
| Mrs. Rossiter | The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne | Classic-wise novels, I would have to go with The Scarlet Letter. This book makes me think about religious, moral, and social issues. When a book has content that makes one think about "meaty" concerns, what is stronger than that? | F HAWTHORN |
| Mrs. Stauffer |
Number the Stars by Lowis Lowry |
I love the mix of historical content and fiction. The characters come alive through their actions to protect their friends and neighbors. | F LOWRY |
| Mr. Swanson |
Hatchet by Gary Paulson |
This is one of my most memorable reads as a kid. It was a great book where the main character is forced to survive on his own in the wilderness. I had trouble putting the book down when I was younger. I just wanted to keep reading to see what happened next! | F PAULSON |
| Miss Young | Harry Potter series by J. K. Rowling | These are some of my favorite books, which I have read multiple times. I love the character development throughout the series. Even though it is a fantasy series, the characters deal with real-life emotions and challenges. The plot is exciting, and Rowling connects details from the first book to the last book. Great characters, great plot, great read! | F ROWLING |