The Book Swiper

Last week I ordered this book, Fablehaven after reading about it on the Six LDS Writers and a Frog website (you will neet to scroll down to May 15th). When the book arrived David asked what it was and I told him it was a youth novel I planned to read and that he and I could read together. He took it and was looking at it when I suggested he read the back. He did so without a problem. I then asked him if he wanted to try and read it by himself letting him know that most 7 year olds would not be able to read it. He took the book and is now on chapter five and seems to be really enjoying it. I get to read a few pages now and then when he sets it down or forgets to take it to school.

Tonight I have a meeting at David's school to find out how he did on some testing they gave him this year. It was a pilot program at two schools to try and identify bright kids earlier. Those kids tested were referred by their teachers. It is nice to have a kid being tested being bright since I have so many that have IEP's.

Here is a description of the book: For centuries, mystical creatures of all description were gathered to a hidden refuge called Fablehaven to prevent their extinction. The sanctuary survives today as one of the last strongholds of true magic in a cynical world. Enchanting? Absolutely. Exciting? You bet. Safe? Well, actually, quite the opposite...

Kendra and her brother Seth have no idea their grandfather is the current caretaker of Fablehaven. Inside the gated woods, ancient laws give relative order among greedy trolls, mischievous satyrs, plotting witches, spiteful imps, and jealous fairies. However, when the rules get broken, an arcane evil is unleashed, forcing Kendra and Seth to face the greatest challenge of their lives. To save her family, Fablehaven, and perhaps the world, Kendra must find the courage to do what she fears most.