Join Mrs. Kyzer as she reads the first chapter of A Heart in a Body in a World by Deb Caletti.  This novel is a raw and beautiful read about the affects of trauma on human beings.  It is realistic story that highlights teen violence, gender roles, and post-traumatic stress disorder.  Check it out from the BHS Library Media Center or on the Sora app at www.soraapp.com.

In this episode Abby and Rebeka discuss the classic Christmas story, A Christmas Carol, by Charles Dickens.  You will take a deeper look at the meaning behind Ebenezer Scrooge's growth and redemption through the story, as well as how it compares to several of the film adaptations.  

Our second First Chapter Friday episode is from the science fiction novel, Dune. Join Mrs. Kyzer as she reads the first chapter of this classic novel, which is currently a popular major motion picture.

Dune is the story of Paul Atreides, a young boy who would become known as Muad'Dib and the hero of the story.  In the novel, Paul finds himself on an adventure that will lead him to a destiny of becoming the savior of the future and his family.

Join Joseph and Mrs. Nix, our AP US History teacher, as they discuss the differences between how Thanksgiving is portrayed in literature verses how the very first Thanksgiving took place in the earliest days of our history as country.

Join Mrs. Kyzer as she begins a new series called, First Chapter Fridays. In this series, she will read the first chapter from a current and/or popular book each Friday.  This episode highlights The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes.

In this novel, the main character inherits 42.6 billion dollars from a man named Tobias Hawthorne.  She is not related to this man and has been given this money over his family members!  You'll have to read the book to find out why!

Join Austin and Jaden as they further discuss the Harry Potter series in their commentary on Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.

Join Austin and Jaden as they discuss Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.  

Join us as Austin and Joseph tell a couple of spooky stories! 

Join us as Austin and Jaden take a dive into the first book in the epic Harry Potter series.  Relive some of the more intriguing moments of the book through their lively commentary.

Join Austin and Rebeka as they discuss the differences and similarities between the Grimm's version of Rapunzel and Hansel and Gretel and the modern versions we all know and love!