Full Tilt - A Wild Ride!

Full Tilt by Neil Shusterman is a wild ride! It's haunting, dark, and suspenseful. Blake's troubled younger brother Quinn, has disappeared. Not physically - he's actually laying in a hospital bed. Emotionally and mentally, Quinn has vanished. It's like his soul has disappeared. It's up to his older brother, Blake, to save him. Blake is invited to a secret, ghostly carnival where he has to ride 7 terrifying rides before the sun rises in order to save Quinn. Sounds easy, right? Well, these rides incorporate some of Blake's worst fears and they make him question every aspect of his life. Can he achieve this task, save his brother? Read this book to find out! It's a great read for anyone interested in an adventure novel that has moments of terror and intensity!

Interested in a Great Adventure?

Peak, a 14 year old boy, has just gotten caught scaling a skyscraper in New York City! After being arrested, the judge decides on his punishment. He must join his biological father, who is a professional mountain climber, in Tibet. His father reveals that Peak will climb Everest in order to be the youngest person to reach the summit. He wants his mountain climbing company, Peak Experience, to make more money so he can retire. In this book, you'll follow Peak through ups and downs that will change his life forever. The story, characters, and plot is pretty complex, so I think this is a great novel for students 8th grade and above.

Welcome to my HMS Literacy Blog! This is a helpful tool for teachers, students, and parents to access tips and tricks for reading. I'll be updating new books, reading strategies, and advice for adults who work with readers of all ages. Reading is an adventure - pick up a good book!