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BOOK FAIR #4  |  NOVEMBER 2, 2016
Tomorrow is the Big Day!
   
Our doors open at 9:00 a.m., and students will be visiting with their classes throughout the day. Our personal shoppers will be standing by. We hope to see you before or after your Parent/Teacher Conference. We're open until 7:00 p.m.

Are you ready for the Book Fair:
  • Did you complete the account forms or send in money? 
  • Did you support the "One for Books" program? 
  • Did you enter our raffle?
  • Did you send in your envelopes?
If you need an extra copy of any of our Book Fair materials you can download and print out a copy to complete and return using the links below.

We're delighted to present our final installment of student book reviews. We hope you've enjoyed reading them this year as much as our students enjoyed providing their insights. See you at the Book Fair.
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More Book Reviews:   
For Students by Students

Here's our final installment of what our budding literary critics have to say -- you never know when or where you'll find the next good book to read. And when you're done reading our student reviews, scroll down for more information on the Book Fair.

IF I STAY | REVIEWED BY ILANA



The novel If I Stay is an outstanding book by Gayle Forman. There is a spectacular movie directed by R.J. Cutler along with the novel, but I would recommend reading the book before seeing the movie. The book is about an average teenager named Mia who thinks her life is pretty normal until she almost dies in a car crash. She is a kind, giving, teenage cello player with a boyfriend named Adam, a brother named Teddy, and a mom and dad. She never really thinks about how much she appreciates her loved ones and what she wants to do with her life until she is in a life-risking situation. Her parents used to be rock stars and she plays the cello. She has to decide what she wants to do - be a rock star, cellist, or live a life with the love of her life, Adam. She also looks back on her life, which she has never done before. Mia goes through a huge struggle, and in the experience she is left with no immediate family. In conclusion, If I Stay is a moving, touching novel that gives you an amazing feeling. It makes you so sympathetic and makes you cherish everything. Some things it makes you feel are unexplainable, but I can tell you after reading this book, I will always look at life differently. 


PERCY JACKSON'S GREEK GODS | REVIEWED BY JOE



Percy Jackson's Greek Gods by Rick Riordan is not part of the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series. Rather, it is Percy telling the stories of the Greek gods and goddesses. If you like the Percy Jackson series and want to know more about Greek mythology, or if you are just looking for a funny and entertaining story, then you should read this book.


What will you and your child find at the Book Fair?
  • Hosted by Main Street Books, one of NYC's most popular independent school providers
  • A perfect time to do some holiday shopping
  • Wide variety of books and book-related items
  • Personal shoppers (PA volunteers) who will assist our children when classes attend the Book Fair
  • Teachers/specialists wish lists
  • Credit cards, cash, and checks* accepted
  • Support our One for Books appeal -- Buy a Star
  • Buy raffle tickets to win a $150 Barnes & Noble Gift Card 
  • Summit students book reviews featured in eBlastsBF14HOWTO 
 
#1 | Make Things Easier for Your Child by Setting Up A Student Purchase Account [Return Envelope Provided]
 
Simply complete the account form for purchases and provide either credit card information, a check, or cash. *Make check payable to: Summit Parents' Association. 
 
For cash and checks, we recommend including $30 to $50, and for credit cards, just indicate the desired amount and sign the authorization. All Book Fair purchases at the school are subject to normal state and local sales taxes.
 
Every student will visit the Book Fair when their class is scheduled to attend. Make sure to let your child know how much they have to spend. Volunteers will be on hand to help them choose books and budget their purchases, but you might want to discuss the matter with them before the Book Fair.
 
#2 | One for Books: Buy A Star [Return Envelope Provided]
 
Looking for an easy -- and much appreciated -- way to help get books into the hands of our students and stock our classroom libraries? Please donate $1 (or more) to our "One for Books: Buy A Star" program. Just send in your money and signed stars to school with your child. The stars will be displayed in our galaxy during the Book Fair, so your child can look for his or hers and feel proud!
 
#3 | Buy Raffle Tickets to Win a $150 Barnes & Noble Gift Card [Return Envelope Provided] 
 
You need to be in it to win! Buy one raffle ticket for $3. Buy four raffle tickets for $10. Or, print as many tickets as you want to buy. All proceeds will be used to buy resource books for classroom or specialist room libraries. Cash only.

#4 | We're Calling Them Wish Lists --

But every classroom "needs" great books and games! During the Book Fair, you or your child will have the opportunity to purchase items specifically chosen by their teachers for their classrooms. This is a great opportunity to help expand classroom resources used every day.
 
#5 | Done Talking With Your Kid's Teachers? Visit the Book Fair After Parent/Teacher Conferences.
 
Or stop by beforehand to browse and shop. Surprise your child with a book you choose, buy something for yourself, or make sure a teacher's or specialist's Wish List is fulfilled! Book Fair Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. 
 

The Lower School Book Fair is sponsored by The Summit School Parents' Association every year.
 
Book Fair Coordinators:  
Nicky Ellis, nickyjellis@gmail.com
and Robin Unterberg, craigrobinu@gmail.com
 
Special thanks to Anne Jennis, reading teacher, for coordinating this year's literary reviews by our students.

Photos: student selfies. 

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