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kelleemoye's review
5.0
Reviewed at:
http://www.teachmentortexts.com/2012/04/marty-mcguire-digs-worms.html
Marty McGuire is one of my favorite protagonists ever. I don't know if it is because she reminds me a bit of myself or because I wish I knew her, but either way, she is wonderful. Kate captures a 3rd graders voice with such brilliance- making her authentic and likeable.
On top of the amazing character and story, Marty McGuire is a great resource for the classroom. First, the whole story in this 2nd installment fits perfectly with any Earth Day activity or unit that a teacher is planning. Second, the vocabulary throughout the book is never dumbed down and will definitely enriched a reader's vocabulary. Third, the whole book is about science experiments, inquiry, observing, and journaling!!
Another great Marty read and I cannot wait for a 3rd! *fingers crossed*
Snatch of Text:
"Mondays are the best because we have library, and if you tell Ms. Stephanie about the last book you read, she gives you a Starburst from her secret stash under the librarian desk." (p. 1)
"I love being classroom helper because you don't have to sit still so much." (p. 2)
"Annie and I know all about chimpanzees and mountain gorillas because of Jane Goodall and Dian Fossey, these awesome scientists who went to Africa to try to save them. Sometimes, we pretend to be Jane and Dian in the woods behind Annie's house. We pretend the crayfish are chimpanzees and mountain gorillas, even though they're not as cute." (p. 12)
Some Vocabulary:
Indigenous, Habitat, Threatened, Recycle, Environment, Patrolling, Compost, Fertilizer, Worm Casting, Observations, Patience, Inhospitable
http://www.teachmentortexts.com/2012/04/marty-mcguire-digs-worms.html
Marty McGuire is one of my favorite protagonists ever. I don't know if it is because she reminds me a bit of myself or because I wish I knew her, but either way, she is wonderful. Kate captures a 3rd graders voice with such brilliance- making her authentic and likeable.
On top of the amazing character and story, Marty McGuire is a great resource for the classroom. First, the whole story in this 2nd installment fits perfectly with any Earth Day activity or unit that a teacher is planning. Second, the vocabulary throughout the book is never dumbed down and will definitely enriched a reader's vocabulary. Third, the whole book is about science experiments, inquiry, observing, and journaling!!
Another great Marty read and I cannot wait for a 3rd! *fingers crossed*
Snatch of Text:
"Mondays are the best because we have library, and if you tell Ms. Stephanie about the last book you read, she gives you a Starburst from her secret stash under the librarian desk." (p. 1)
"I love being classroom helper because you don't have to sit still so much." (p. 2)
"Annie and I know all about chimpanzees and mountain gorillas because of Jane Goodall and Dian Fossey, these awesome scientists who went to Africa to try to save them. Sometimes, we pretend to be Jane and Dian in the woods behind Annie's house. We pretend the crayfish are chimpanzees and mountain gorillas, even though they're not as cute." (p. 12)
Some Vocabulary:
Indigenous, Habitat, Threatened, Recycle, Environment, Patrolling, Compost, Fertilizer, Worm Casting, Observations, Patience, Inhospitable
danicamidlil's review
3.0
I'm glad this sequel still focused on Marty's love of slimy, scaley nature. The beginning had me worried that this was just going to be another "GO GREEN!" book.
shawnareads24's review
5.0
This book was just as great as the first book! Marty & Annie try to help the earth by building a worm habitat for the school cafeteria. Students can then put their food scraps in the worm box, lessening the amount of trash. There are a few kinks that Marty must work through as she tries to learn all about a worm habitat, making sure not to make it "a lousy place to be!" Great book series for young readers!
sandraagee's review
3.0
Marty McGuire is a strong, spunky character who I'm happy to recommend alongside [b:Clementine|517344|Clementine (Clementine, #1)|Sara Pennypacker|http://d.gr-assets.com/books/1348926051s/517344.jpg|505277] and the like. Solid.
lovegirl30's review
3.0
This was a pretty cute book, I really enjoyed the earth saving aspects of this book. I am really glad I picked this book to listen to while studying.
Review to come.
Review to come.
beecheralyson's review
5.0
I am a super big Marty fan. When the ARC of Marty McGuire Digs Worms arrived today, I had to immediately read it. Kate Messner perfectly captures the voice of a 3rd grader. Marty is likeable without being annoying. Annie, and Veronica Grace and the others from the first book are back. And there are so many lines that I loved - I want to pull out all the great quotes.
In this book Marty and her classmates have 5 weeks to create "How to Save the Earth" Projects. Marty's project (with some help from Annie) is to start a worm composting project. Of course there has to be some mishaps or this wouldn't be Marty.
2nd and 3rd graders are going to love this follow up to the original Marty McGuire book.
Yay Kate for such a fun read.
In this book Marty and her classmates have 5 weeks to create "How to Save the Earth" Projects. Marty's project (with some help from Annie) is to start a worm composting project. Of course there has to be some mishaps or this wouldn't be Marty.
2nd and 3rd graders are going to love this follow up to the original Marty McGuire book.
Yay Kate for such a fun read.
sngick's review
4.0
Enjoyable upper elementary book. I don't read for this age group enough, but I always enjoy it when I do. Now to get the first book, Marty mcGuire!
bibli0rach's review against another edition
If you know my family, you know that we're into organic gardening, community supported agriculture, and worm composting. This was a fun book to read with the girls, they already knew most of the stuff Marty was learning, but it gave us a chane to talk about other elements of the story.
theartolater's review against another edition
4.0
I want my future child to be like Marty McGuire. Maybe without the worms.
The second book with Marty, this one about Marty having to "save the world" with a class project. Some kids plant petunias, others work toward recycling, but Marty is thinking compost and worms, to predictably funny results.
The book is fun, inoffensive, and strikes the perfect balance between informative and interesting. If it made me want to start a compost bin, I can only imagine what it would do for the right kid who picks up this book and starts those wheels turning.
The second book with Marty, this one about Marty having to "save the world" with a class project. Some kids plant petunias, others work toward recycling, but Marty is thinking compost and worms, to predictably funny results.
The book is fun, inoffensive, and strikes the perfect balance between informative and interesting. If it made me want to start a compost bin, I can only imagine what it would do for the right kid who picks up this book and starts those wheels turning.