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Liked It “This book is about a boy that wounders about thing and puts it in his notebook.So he trys to solve them out. Its kind of like his own world. One of the most intresting things he wrote was what does his grand father look like.Did he find him read to find out.But it talks about funny things so read...” see full review » see other reviews » |
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“This book is about a boy that wounders about thing and puts it in his notebook.So he trys to solve them out. Its kind of like his own world. One of the most intresting things he wrote was what does his grand father look like.Did he find him read to find out.But it talks about funny things so read it. One thing I liked what his mom said was if its not brown put it down Wich refers to healthy eating. keyaraowens williason
WKE Media Center wrote this review Tuesday, November 24 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
I have read Brendan Buckly's universe and everything in it. It's starts with a boy name Brendan. He live with his mom and dad and visited his grandma. One day he went to the mall with his grandma, they were shoping at the mall. Brenden saw a rock mineral booth. He asked his grandma if he can go and she said yes and so he went. He saw rocks. Later he saw the owner of the of the minerals, his grandma was in shock. read to find out more.RomelloOwens Mrs. Clonts
Brendan Buckley's Universe And Everthing In It is a very good book. Brendan Buckley's Universe And Everthing In It is about a boy with questions and it is also about his life. One day Brendan was at the mall there was a rock sale at the mall. So he went over to talk to the leader of the rock sale and he soon found out that that was his missing grandfather. To find out why his grandfather was lost and his other questions read Brendan Buckley;s Universe And Everthing in it. John Mrs. Brown”
“This book was a wonderful blend of curiosity about the world OUTSIDE (our main character is a very inquisitive science buff) and the world WITHIN (this bi-racial boy has many questions about his family.) It addresses questions about the role of race in a young boy's everyday life in an approachable, laid back, but thoughtful way. Making comparisons to the rocks he studies, Brendan comes to appreciate that it is a mix of minerals that make up the most desirable and beautiful stones, much like his diverse heritage. A low to mid range middle school read. Fans of science and multi-ethnic kids especially, will find a character to love. Recommended.”
Mrs. Pava wrote this review Friday, September 18 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Ten year old Brendan is searching for answers and using his scientific prowess to explain the world around him. A charming coming of age story about how family members can hurt one another - and whether they can find the courage to heal. A good choice for upper elementary students - covers topics including prejudice, self-worth, family, and personal integrity.”
Renee B wrote this review Sunday, August 30 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Interesting perspective from a biracial child.”
Marilee P wrote this review Sunday, August 23 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“Good book for early intermediate/struggling reader boys. Good image examples used to describe feelings. Lots of local reference to Western WA.”
J L wrote this review Tuesday, August 18 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
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TeensReadToo.com wrote this review Sunday, July 19 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Brendan Buckley is into Tae Kwon Do and studying rocks. He would love to be a scientist and faithfully keeps a notebook with important questions and findings. During the summer, Brendan plans on becoming a rock collector. And he is trying to adjust to losing his best fishing buddy, Grandpa Clem.
When looking at a mineral and gemstone exhibit, he meets a man who has awesome rocks and who knows a TON about rocks and minerals. His Grandma Gladys sees the man and yanks Brendan away. Well, what are the odds of this? That man was actually his other grandpa. A man he had never met. And is told to never see again.
Although Brendan doesn't really want to disobey his parents, he wants to know this mystery man. Maybe he could help fill the void left by Grandpa Clem's death. Maybe this other grandpa could teach him about rocks. Maybe he could get to know him and find out why his mom has nothing to do with him.
As Brendan sets out to get to know this man, he has no idea what kind of trouble he may be stirring up.
Sundee T. Frazier has created a likable young boy with unique interests and love for his family. Readers will enjoy his adventures and see past generations with new awareness.”“Relationships over prejudice!”
Connie S wrote this review Wednesday, July 8 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“A simple book with a strong message, the action is very believable and the characters are well-drawn. The random snippets of science-lore don't come off as contrived, so readers will learn a few new factoids without feeling like they're being conned.”
wurd nurd wrote this review Friday, August 8 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“A young boy with a black father and a white mother comes to terms with racism and finally meets the grandfather who refused to have anything to do with his mother once she was married.”
Refgirl wrote this review Saturday, February 23 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Brendan's boyish earnestness is charming; he's a good kid you'd want to get to know. His desire to understand his identity and family dynamics will be familiar to many multiracial kids. Booktalk: Brendan Buckley loves making scientific discoveries. He has a notebook where he writes down questions he wonders about like “Do centipedes really have 100 legs?” and “Do boys fart more than girls?” Then he works to discover the answers. Brendan also loves collecting rocks and discovering new things about them. That’s why he decided to join a rock-collecting club and that’s where he made his biggest discovery of all: the older white man who is president of the club turns out to be his grandfather. Brendan has never met his mother’s father before. And she refuses to talk about him. Brendan doesn’t know why; his grandfather seems like a nice man. Without telling his parents, Brendan secretly visits his grandfather and goes rock-collecting with him. But there are some discoveries that science can’t explain and soon Brendan wishes he’d never met his grandfather at all.”
Salsabrarian wrote this review Tuesday, June 10 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
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