1. The Knife of Never Letting Go
This book is the first in a trilogy by Patrick Ness called “Chaos Walking.” The story follows Todd Hewitt, a kid who has lived his whole life in Prentisstown, where everyone can hear everyone. One day, Todd finds a space without noise, which should be impossible.
Opinion
It has been a longstanding tradition of adults to worry about the overuse of gaming as a leisurely activity. Their fears are not without reason, of course. While these are valid concerns, studies have also shown gaming can do good as well, often outweighing the potential concerns. Playing as much as 22 hours a week can even positively affect your cognitive abilities.
Orangutans, also known as the man of the forest, can be found in their nests in the high canopies of trees in Bornean rain forests. The orangutan population has been greatly diminished over the years as a direct result of deforestation linked to palm oil production. So, what can we do to protect the Bornean orangutan population?
The Aviary's Dante Gutrecht reviews three of his favorite novels: Scythe by Neal Shusterman, Clockwork Angel by Cassandra Clare, and Pax by Sara Pennypacker.