New Tech High at Coppell

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Writers from New Tech High at Coppell

The Mirror Season

I believe that The Mirror Season should win the California Book Award because the emotion portrayed in this book is just so amazing, detailed and is just perfect in every single way, I know this story is going to help save and heal so many lives!

Instructions for Dancing Response

After receiving the strange gift of seeing how people's relationships will end, Evie believes that everybody's love will eventually come to an end. Can X prove to Evie that falling in love is about the journey, and not about the end?

Why Kaleidoscope Should Win the California Book Award

The book I chose to read was Kaleidoscope by Brian Selznick. I responded to the prompt that asked which book should win the California Book Award. I created a poster showing why the Kaleidoscope should win the award.

Home is not a Country

Nima has wished for her whole life to be another version of herself. A beautifully named, perfect version that still lives in her home country. But when she comes face to face with her other reality, she discovers the value of what she already has.

Holding on and letting go: Instructions for Dancing by Nicola Yoon

I responded to the book by answering the questions on the California Book Award Website.

Read Instructions for Dancing by Nicola Yoon

Do you believe in love? Why or why not? You should read Instructions for Dancing about Evie's ups and downs with love and her journey to possibly even falling in love with a boy she's just met! Watch my video to find out more!

Instructions for dancing response

I answered which book should win the California Book Award for my response. So I chose the book and explained why I liked it and to who I would recommend it so I would definitely recommend it to anyone interested in this type of book.

The Winner is......The Mirror Season

I explained what I loved about The Mirror Season and why I think it deserves to win the California Book Award in my response.

More responses from New Tech High at Coppell

Surprise Me

Yelp Review Genius Under the Table- Riley Bishop

I wrote a yelp review about what I would change in the book " The Genius Under the Table". I talked about how I wished that there was more at the end of the book talking about where Yevgeny went with his art career.

Why Instructions for Dancing should win the california book award

This book touched my heart and kept me craving for more and the ending left me satisfied and showed how Evie has grown throughout the story. I made a TikTok to show this. It gives a subtle description of the book and why people should read it.

Kaleidoscope- Relative

The book Kaleidoscope is very relative in its meaning and everyone will have a different perspective on the book. I included symbols that were meaningful to the book and my favorite quotes behind a silhouette of someone who represents the narrator.

‘Black Birds in the Sky: The Story and Legacy of the Tulsa Race Massacre by Brandy Colbert ask or tell author

What I liked most about the book and a question for the author.

The Mirror Season

I believe that The Mirror Season should win the California Book Award because the emotion portrayed in this book is just so amazing, detailed and is just perfect in every single way, I know this story is going to help save and heal so many lives!

Why Kaleidoscope should win the book award

This picture has the explanation for why Kaleidoscope should win the book award.

Thank you!

Introduction from New Tech High at Coppell

The Legend of Pei Pei

This photo shows the water buffalo Pei Pei standing over a forest protecting the lumberjacks. The hearts over the horns represent the love that Pei Pei has over the people and workers and how he really wants to protect them.

Instructions for Dancing California Book Awards

Do you like books about love with an interesting yet realistic twist? Would you like to know how the main character uses her power to see the future of any relationship go into a relationship herself? The book Instructions for Dancing answers that.

Instagram Post about "Kaleidoscope" by Brian Selznick

I created an Instagram post and comment about the book Kaleidoscope by Brian Selznick. The post is "by Brian Selznick" and my comment responds to the question "Which book do you think should win the California Book Award?".

Character Talk- The Genius Under the Table

Talent means freedom, Yevgeny was…average. He wasn't the star athlete or dancer his parents wanted. But he had a pencil, imagination, a stolen pencil, and an old table as a canvas. His story is filled with humor, self-discovery, and above all-- hope.

Kaleidoscope for CBA2022

A series of reviews on a kaleidoscopic background allows the viewer to understand why the book 'Kaleidoscope' should be chosen to win the California Book Award 2022.

More responses about "welcome"

Surprise Me

Yelp Review Genius Under the Table- Riley Bishop

I wrote a yelp review about what I would change in the book " The Genius Under the Table". I talked about how I wished that there was more at the end of the book talking about where Yevgeny went with his art career.

Poster response to "The Mirror Season"

I made a Canva poster explaining why Lock is my favorite character.

Black birds in the sky trailer

If you want the truth then this book is perfect. for you Hidden stories were pushed to the side because they did not fit the school's standards

Letters for Instructions For Dancing!!!

I wrote four letters to the author, Nicola Yoon. I wrote one from myself, and the remaining three are from characters in the book. The letters give you some insight into important events in the book and the unique perspectives of each character!

The Genius Under The Table - An Essay

An Essay answering the prompt of who the most meaningful character was

Read "Instructions For Dancing" By Nicola Yoon NOW!!

I created a short video to attract people to read "Instructions For Dancing" by Nicola Yoon. My video uses an important moment from the book that caught my attention. I hope my video will lead others to read "Instructions For Dancing"!!

Home is Not a Country

In this video I answered the question, why does this book deserve to win, and I did it in a creative way with many transitions, also at the end I made a poster to promote the book.

Let's Read!

New Reading Experiences in Central Idaho

The Mirror Season for the California Book Awards

The Mirror Season should win the California Book Award for many reasons. The book is well written and filled with themes that are important to understand. This book also includes a true story that has been trying to break through social barriers.

Home is not a Country

Nima has wished for her whole life to be another version of herself. A beautifully named, perfect version that still lives in her home country. But when she comes face to face with her other reality, she discovers the value of what she already has.

Thrilled to be a Partner

At the National Writing Project, we are thrilled to partner with the Commonwealth Club’s California Book Awards.

Jess's Instagram Post (The Mirror Season)

I made an Instagram post as Jess, the main character's best friend. I used this picture because pan dulce is a dessert, like ice cream. I wrote why Jess is meaningful to me in the comments because that is where people usually complement the poster.

Welcome!

Welcome to the 90th Annual California Book Awards, from the Commonwealth Club of California! We can't wait to read your responses.

Instructions for Dancing California Book Awards

Do you like books about love with an interesting yet realistic twist? Would you like to know how the main character uses her power to see the future of any relationship go into a relationship herself? The book Instructions for Dancing answers that.

Character Talk- The Genius Under the Table

Talent means freedom, Yevgeny was…average. He wasn't the star athlete or dancer his parents wanted. But he had a pencil, imagination, a stolen pencil, and an old table as a canvas. His story is filled with humor, self-discovery, and above all-- hope.

Kaleidoscope - Movie Poster

I chose to do a movie poster based on the vibe and the interpretation. I loved this book. Thank you Mr. Brian Selznick for writing it.

Why Kaleidoscope should win the book award

This picture has the explanation for why Kaleidoscope should win the book award.

The Mirror Season

I believe that The Mirror Season should win the California Book Award because the emotion portrayed in this book is just so amazing, detailed and is just perfect in every single way, I know this story is going to help save and heal so many lives!

A Letter To Mr. Selznick

This 5-page letter to the author definitely has spoilers about Kaleidoscope, so be warned before you read. However it does contain some reviews about the book, so if you don't care about the spoiler, go on, and then don't forget to read the book!

Instructions for Dancing Book Review

I created a book review of the book Instructions for Dancing Book Review. My review was on the main character Evie and how she is meaningful to me.

Why Instructions for Dancing should win the California Book Award!

I believe that Instructions for Dancing should win for many reasons. So I made a Tik Tok video explaining why I think that Instructions for Dancing is the best choice for the California Book Award!

Kaleidoscope Collage

Everyone who I’ve talked to has been able to connect to this book in some way and has been affected by it. They loved it. These images are what kept James and the Narrator connecting through time. There's someone there who knows how you feel.

The most memorable Character for "The Mirror Season"

I want to share my favorite character from "The Mirror Season". I made a poster explaining why Graciela is my favorite character in "The Mirror season"!

The Winner is......The Mirror Season

I explained what I loved about The Mirror Season and why I think it deserves to win the California Book Award in my response.

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