Let's Talk Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins

Finally we are introduced to District 13, the underground postapocalyptic society that has become the headquarters for the rebel movement in fighting to regain control of Panem. Katniss initially resists her role as the voice of the rebel forces, but realizes she has been the chosen one to bring down the Capital government once and for all. After seeing first hand the brutal violence brought on by Capital forces, she knows she must fulfill her role, protect her family and eventually may have to choose between her two great loves.

As in Hunger Games and Catching Fire, author Suzanne Collins has brought us another edge-of-your-seat thriller that will keep you turning pages to the final conclusion of the Hunger Games Trilogy!

What Should College Freshmen Be Reading?

Many colleges now assign reading to all incoming freshman. Below are five nonfiction titles that are popular among colleges this fall.

Enrique's Journey by Sonia Nazario
A 17-year-old boy risks his life traveling from his native Honduras to the U.S. in search of his mother, who left when he was 5.

The Soloist by Steve Lopez
A memoir turned movie (starring Robert Downy, Jr. and Jamie Foxx-now out on DVD) about a journalist who befriends a homeless violinist and tries to help him find success onstage.

Zeitoun by Dave Eggers
A New Orleans resident who stays behind after Hurricane Katrina is arrested and accused of belonging to Al-Qaeda.

This I Believe by Jay Allison and Dan Ediman, eds.
Editors Allison and Gedman collected essays from the National Public Radio series This I Believe
about people's guiding values.

The Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Polan
A critical look at the American food chain from cornfield to factory farm to drive-thru window.
Very timely with the current egg recall from Iowas farms that led to salmonella outbreaks.

Source: http://www.parade.com/

Mockingjay has arrived @ the FHS Library

If you have been following the countdown or marking on the calendar the days until Mockingjay arrives in libraries and bookstores, you no longer have to wait. Mockingjay is the highly anticipated last book in the Hunger Games Trilogy by author Suzanne Collins. Run, don't walk to the FHS Library. We have multiple copies, but they will go fast!

Check out the official website at www.scholastic.com/thehungergames

Lionsgate Entertainment has obtained the worldwide distribution rights for a film adaptation of The Hunger Games. Continue searching online for more information as it becomes available.

Lit Tweet - Once Was Lost by Sarah Zarr

In this third novel by widely acclaimed author Sarah Zarr, she examines the coexistence of affliction and hope. Samara (Sam) Taylor must take a hard look at her thoughts about God, her family and herself when family dynamics and a community crisis cause her life to unravel. Sensitive storytelling at its best. A must read!

Welcome to the FHS Library's Teen Speak Blog

I hope you all had a great summer of reading, fun and whatever else you like to do with your free time. I especially welcome all incoming freshman. The Frisco High School Library is a great place to be. I hope you will stop in, kick back and enjoy reading, socializing or just using our online resources.
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