Hi Class!
Today we read the story Snook Alone, by Marilyn Nelson. In the comments below please describe your thoughts about the book. What elements in the story did you like? How did you feel while we were reading? Be certain to write your ideas precisely! I will be forwarding this link to Marilyn Nelson so she can read your thoughts.
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteI think that the place is empty and that is how Snook feels. I also think the poetry is so good it makes you feel like you're the character and you feel so empty.
Love your friend,
Sydni
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteThe book Snook Alone was very interesting! I liked when Abba Jacob was calling Snook but Snook was to busy to listen. I liked the settings in the book and I liked the theme. I think the message was sometimes waiting pays off.
Somebody in Miss Lilli's class, Tom
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteThe characters Snook and Abba Jacob are like my family because my mom always wants me to pray and one time I got lost and then they found me. I liked this book because it is exciting to learn that Snook was empty and that is how I think you got the title Snook Alone. That is why I liked the story.
Your Friend,
Kamalani
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteWhat I liked about your book was Snook the dog. I liked the dog Snook because he was not really scared. Even I liked the end of the book because Abba Jacob came back to get Snook. And Snook was very excited.
From Your Friend,
Paige
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed the book you have written. I think that the words expressed the feelings and emotions of the characters Abba Jacob and Snook. I also felt like when my teacher was reading Snook Alone I felt like I was in poetry world because of the great poetry. Another reason I liked this book is because the captions help me understand what is happening in the illustrations. You are a very good author!
Your friend,
Taryn A.
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteI liked your book Snook Alone because the poetry words express the characters Snook and Abba Jacob's feelings.
I also like how you can put yourself in Snook's body and feel empty and alone.
Your Friend,
Lily
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteThe book Snook Alone, I loved it well!! I like the way you put ''The baby birds were like teddy bears.'' I felt really really sad because I love dogs but I really loved the ending because Abba Jacob came back for Snook.
Love Your Friend,
Crimson
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteI think this book is really amazing. I felt happy when we were reading the book. My favorite part is when Snook dug a hole to drink the clean water on the beach.
From:Cody
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteI like your book you wrote ' Snook Alone' because it was very expressive. I also liked your pictures. It was very creative and very imaginative. I really liked your story.
Your Friend,
Tyra
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteI thought that it was not happy when Snook was alone and Abba Jacob left Snook alone. The part I liked was the land crab and Snook fighting.
Your friend,
Michael
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteIn class today our teacher Miss Lilli showed your photo to us.
I think this book is really amazing to me and I liked where your setting was and I thought that when Snook was alone it is sad.
Your friend,
Alyssa
Dear Mariyln Nelson
ReplyDeleteI like the book because Snook goes on an adventure.
I like the story you wrote. My favorite part was when Snook was at the beach and he saw the shark ate the turtle.
Your friend,
Christian
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteI liked the book Snook Alone because you put plenty of details into the story and I really like the names you picked for the characters.
From Your Friend,
Kayla
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteI liked the end of the book. I felt sad in the middle of the book because Snook was alone. In the end I was happy because he found his friend.
Your friend,
Alisha
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteI learned that you should always be with a parent and my favorite part is when the shark jumped up.
From,
Tex
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed your book Snook Alone. One reason why I enjoyed it is because you can imagine the atmosphere because of the details of the words. Another reason why I like the story is because it really expresses the character's emotions. Third, the words make me feel like I was in the story. I felt happy to listen to the story because it was interesting.
Your Friend,
Tiffany
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteI liked the part when you're describing the shark, but the part with the flippers I thought was a seal. I felt like I was Snook just lost inside walmart needing my mom. One thing I learned from your diction is that "carapace" means turtle shell.
Your Best,
Nanea
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteI liked in your book when you made the turtle get eaten by the shark. I also liked in your book when you made Snook try to eat the fish.
From your friend,
RJ
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteI heard that you used to be a professor for my teacher, Miss Lilli. I really enjoyed your story! I felt scared when I read your book, because when the shark ate the poor little turtle I felt scared and I felt a little sad because, I hate it when animals die.
From Your Friend,
Faith
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteThe thing I liked the most about your book "Snook Alone" was that the dog actually cared about his owner Abba Jacob. I also liked it when the turtles were nesting on the beach and Snook saw the turtles digging their nest.
Love, Izumi
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed this book. I liked the part when the shark ate the turtle. I liked the part when the chick pecked Snook.
From your friend,
Lynsie
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed your story. I thought that Snook was worried when he couldn't find his master. My favorite part was when Snook found his master and he was happy.
From your friend,
Kylee
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteI liked the book " Snook Alone" you made because it was really cute! It was really sad when the poor little turtle got eaten by the big shark!
From, Shaylynn
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteI like your book. I like when Snook is really smart to not go in the water. I really like this story when Snook is on the beach and the big crab came. I hope you can write another story just like this.
From:Aidan
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteI really loved your book. I also liked your book because it was very expresive and creative! Miss Lilli told our class that you are very nice and kind. I hope i get to see you one day. Love your most intelligent friend Tyra!
Dear Marilyn Nelson,
ReplyDeleteThere is one more thing i want to say I liked your settings and your backgrounds in the book 'Snooke Alone'. Your most lovely,creative, and intelligent friend Tyra!