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Sunday, January 13, 2013

Breaking Stalin's Nose

I appreciate everyone's suggestions, but I saw a book on the Newbery list that seemed so interesting to me.  I requested it from my local library right away, and it's called Breaking Stalin's Nose.  It's historical fiction which is my favorite genre, and it's about Russian history which is also something I find fascinating.  
It's SUCH an easy read.  My goal is to finish it in 10 days.  I started it yesterday, and it's really good so far.  This young boy is the main character, and I can already start to see what his problem will be.  The back cover says the whole book takes place over 2 days.  It seems strange that an entire novel will only cover 2 days.  I guess the author will explain a lot of details.
What I'd like you to discuss with you is your favorite genre.  
  • Realistic Fiction
  • Science Fiction
  • Historical Fiction
  • Fantasy
  • Adventure
  • History
  • Science
  • Biographies
  • Sports Fiction
There are some ideas for you.  So, tell me what you think.  
Also, does anybody have any background knowledge about Russia that might help me understand the book.  The person in the title, Stalin, was a cruel leader there.  I think some of you would definitely enjoy it.  I'm thinking of Luke C but Luke J, too! 
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74 comments:

  1. jaylenJanuary 14, 2013 at 4:40 PM

    i encourage you to read the book and hope you like it , also where would you say to find the book

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  2. Erin C.January 14, 2013 at 6:26 PM

    My favorite genre would have to be Adventure, Fantasy and Realistic Fiction. They seem to be my favorite kind of stories!

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  3. JayJanuary 14, 2013 at 7:00 PM

    Mr. Milbrand when do you think you will finish that book and is it a good book to read

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  4. Hailey S.January 14, 2013 at 7:59 PM

    It sounds like a good book. I will try to read it soon!

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  5. Miranda S. (Haileys sister)January 14, 2013 at 8:02 PM

    Hi Mr. Milbrand!!! Its Miranda, Haileys older sister. I saw Hailey was commenting on the book and i asked to say hi. So.......HI!!!!! :)

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    1. milbrand77January 15, 2013 at 9:31 PM

      Hi Miranda! You're welcome to comment any time! I love to hear from ex-Blair Mill kids. What are you guys reading at KV?

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  6. Hailey S.January 14, 2013 at 8:06 PM

    I really enjoy adventure!

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  7. Hailey S.January 14, 2013 at 8:08 PM

    This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

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  8. NicoJanuary 15, 2013 at 7:55 AM

    Hey Mr. Milbrand,
    I have a few favorite genres.... Sports fiction like The Toilet Paper Tigers. Realistic Fiction like The Lemonade series, Stone Fox, Diary of a Whimpy Kid books. I also enjoy Poetry, especially Shel Silverstein. A couple years ago I was really into historical non-fiction like WWI and WWII. Right now my mom is reading me The BFG and The Story (common language version of the Bible).
    Nico

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    1. milbrand77January 15, 2013 at 9:35 PM

      Wow! That's awesome, Nico! That's a really diverse list of books, they're all very different. Would you be interested in reading the Ted Williams/Joe DiMaggio book that you got me? I'll read it, too, and prove to you that Joe was the superior player!

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    2. NicoJanuary 18, 2013 at 10:16 PM

      You're on, Mr. Milbrand! Let's take it to the field...

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    3. milbrand77January 18, 2013 at 11:06 PM

      Ok. We'll start that book soon. Talk to you next week. Yeah!

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    4. NicoJanuary 22, 2013 at 9:04 PM

      Do you want us to read it together to the class, or do you want to read it togther seperatly? Please tell me tomorrow at school. Thank you.

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    5. milbrand77January 23, 2013 at 8:49 PM

      I got a copy from the library. I'll read one copy and you can read the other. It should work as an AR book for you. It's a level 5.0. Then, we'll let the stats speak for themselves. Joe D was the best! Probably my favorite Yankee of all time.

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  9. Alyssa N-CJanuary 15, 2013 at 3:55 PM

    I love fantasy and adventure! Especially Warriors it a mix of both

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    1. Jennifer A.January 15, 2013 at 8:19 PM

      Alyssa I love the warriors they are some of my favorite books.

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    2. milbrand77January 15, 2013 at 9:36 PM

      That's the next book on my list. Maybe I'll be ready to start it next week. Does anyone have a copy of book one that I could borrow?

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    3. Lara V.January 17, 2013 at 5:06 PM

      The Warriors rule. They are action packed, but sad. It is one of the best books I read and I have read a lot of books.

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    4. Luke JFebruary 28, 2013 at 8:34 PM

      Why does everyone like Warriors? :-(

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  10. Luke JJanuary 15, 2013 at 4:19 PM

    Hi!! I decided that my favorite genre is action and adventure.

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    1. milbrand77January 15, 2013 at 9:37 PM

      You should check this book out, Luke. I think it would be quick for you, and you'd like it.

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    2. Lewis HJanuary 16, 2013 at 5:23 PM

      Luke this is Lewie I agree with you I also like action and adventure to! My favorite genre is mystery. I like Encyclopedia Brown because I like to figure out what the answer to the mystery!

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    3. Lara V.January 17, 2013 at 5:17 PM

      I love Encyclopedia Brown. They where very good books.

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    4. Luke JFebruary 28, 2013 at 8:36 PM

      Lewie do you get the new enclopedia brown's?


      Its taking me forever to figure out the word publish thinge!!

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  11. Jennifer A.January 15, 2013 at 8:17 PM

    I think that you should try the series warriors they are really good book about wild cats. If you do read them you should start with the first one.

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    1. Alyssa N-CJanuary 16, 2013 at 4:17 PM

      I think Mr.Milbrand should read them too!

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    2. Lara V.January 17, 2013 at 5:09 PM

      READ WARRIORS MR.MILBRAND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
      THEY ARE THE BEST BOOKS IN THE WORLD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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    3. milbrand77January 18, 2013 at 8:37 PM

      Ok guys, I get it! Who's going to lend me a copy so I can read this thing! I'll be ready for it by Tuesday!

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  12. MattRJanuary 15, 2013 at 9:40 PM

    My fave genre is................................................................................................................................ ACTION!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  13. AnonymousJanuary 16, 2013 at 12:05 AM

    Like books about sports because sports are cool. And by the way it's morgan(:

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  14. Kelly V.January 16, 2013 at 7:47 AM

    My parents are from Russia,so I might be able to help you understand the book a little bit more.

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    1. milbrand77January 18, 2013 at 8:39 PM

      Wow! I didn't know that!! That would be great! Did your parents come from Russia?

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  15. Siera CJanuary 16, 2013 at 4:52 PM

    nicole might be able to help u she knows alot about russia

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    1. milbrand77January 18, 2013 at 8:40 PM

      Nicole? Are you there? I could use your knowledge.

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  16. JayJanuary 16, 2013 at 5:34 PM

    Mr. Milbrand what ar level is it? do you think it is good for me.

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    1. milbrand77January 18, 2013 at 8:41 PM

      It's 4.6. You could try it. I'm not sure if it's your style, Jay. Check it out.

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  17. - C.o.l.i.n S.January 16, 2013 at 6:52 PM

    Mr. Milbrand that book sounds very interesting. I am interested in historical fiction and non-fiction. I am also interested in science non-fiction. Can you make any other suggestions in these topics?

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  18. Matthew W.January 17, 2013 at 4:10 PM

    Mr.Milbrand,
    That book sounds interesting because you know me and world war 2. Do you know where I could find that book I really want to read that it .My favorite type of book is between historical fiction and mystery like the Hardy Boys series.
    Matthew W.

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    1. milbrand77January 18, 2013 at 8:48 PM

      Try the Horsham Library. Those were my favorites, too. I just saw another book you might like called "We Were Heroes". Check out that one.

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  19. OliviaJanuary 17, 2013 at 4:37 PM

    I say my favorite genre has to be mystery. I like books that have a lot of suspence and books that are funny too.I like mystery sooooo much that I am making a book right now. Its about a girl and her mom are on a train and the luggage is stolen!I think that its going to turn out great!!!

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    1. milbrand77January 18, 2013 at 8:50 PM

      That sounds awesome, Olivia! Have you tried the Sammy Keyes mysteries or "The Westing Game"?

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  20. Lara V.January 17, 2013 at 5:02 PM

    My favorite genre is fantasy. the book that I am reading is called Peter and the Starcatchers. I just started it but it is really good. anyone who enjoys fantasies will love this book about Peter Pan. I also love scary stories. If are a girl and you love scary stories you should read the Poison Apple series. There are only ten. My Favorite ones are Her Evil Twin, The Dead End, and At First Bite. Also the Rotten Apple series. There are only two and they are Mean Ghouls and Zombie Dog.I also like poetry. If you like poetry the I would recommend any of Robert Frost's poetry. They are the BEST!!! I will also recommend any Rick Riordan books. They are Greek mythology. My favorite is The Mark Of Athena.

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    1. Abbie V.January 17, 2013 at 5:34 PM

      I like the book Her Evil Twin , you would be the evil twin , while i would be the good

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    2. milbrand77January 18, 2013 at 8:53 PM

      Haha! I don't know, Abbie! What's your favorite Frost poem, Lara? He's the best!

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  21. Alex A.January 17, 2013 at 5:10 PM

    Hello! This is Alex A. A lot of those books sound interesting, including Stalin's nose. I'd have to say my favorite genres is Action/Adventure, Realistic Fiction, Fantasy and if there is some in a book, Comedy. Some example series of those genres are, 39 Clues( Action/Adventure), How to train your Dragon( Fantasy/ Action Adventure ) and Diary of a Wimpy Kid( Comedy ). Any STAR WARS fans, or comedy lovers or mystery fans are going to love Origami Yoda. The first book is about kids in middle school trying to see if a kid's Origami Yoda can use the FORCE. Well that's it for me, read Origami Yoda, see ya, peace!

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  22. Abbie v.January 17, 2013 at 5:25 PM

    My favorite genre is fiction and Fantasy.I like the Twilight Series . If you are reading this I think you should read them. Twilight is about a girl name Bella Swan moves to Forks, Washington. But i am not telling you the rest!!! you will just have to read it for yourself !!!!

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    1. Erin C.January 18, 2013 at 7:01 PM

      I tried reading Twilight. I probably got up to page 300 in book one. But I adore the movies!

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    2. milbrand77January 18, 2013 at 8:54 PM

      I totally disagree. Sorry girls.

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  23. Ben S.January 17, 2013 at 5:55 PM

    My favorite genre is fantasy, although I enjoy comedy fantasy is easily my favorite. I am a big fan of mythology and magic. The Percy Jackson series is my favorite series so far. I am exciting about possibly reading number the stars. I have not read many books with historical fiction, but those have I deeply enjoyed. Also, I have to agree with Alex, Origami Yoda is a great book. Thank you again Mr Milbrand this blog was a great idea, and I am having lots of fun.

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    1. milbrand77January 18, 2013 at 8:56 PM

      You should try "Fever 1793". It's a good, challenging historical fiction book.

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  24. jake b.January 17, 2013 at 6:00 PM

    has anybody read wonderstruck?

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  25. kylie cJanuary 17, 2013 at 6:16 PM

    Hey Mr. Millbrand I'm really excited to read the landry news I think it will be really cool to work with some really awesome kids like Jen Juliana mk and ang

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    1. milbrand77January 18, 2013 at 8:57 PM

      It's going to be fun! Sounds like a cool crew, Kylie!

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  26. wiilll sssssJanuary 17, 2013 at 8:50 PM

    My favorite genere is history

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  27. Siera CJanuary 28, 2013 at 5:37 PM

    i like adventure,fantasy, and mysteries!!

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    1. milbrand77January 29, 2013 at 9:39 PM

      I like fantasy and adventure, too! Sometimes I read mystery.

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  28. LukeJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:46 PM

    This might upset you but I like comic books!

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    1. milbrand77January 29, 2013 at 9:40 PM

      Comic books are great, Luke! What are you reading? My favorite was Green Lantern!

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    2. Luke JFebruary 28, 2013 at 8:41 PM

      Im reading the visual edition of novels called "Green,Red,White and Black"

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    3. Luke JFebruary 28, 2013 at 8:43 PM

      Its called the circle series.Also its based on the Bible so I can bring comic books to church!
      :-P

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  29. Samantha J.February 21, 2013 at 6:38 PM

    Have you ever read the Percy Jackson series? Wel, I have started the first book.

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    1. milbrand77February 24, 2013 at 8:56 PM

      I read the first two books, Sam! You'll love them, and they'll be a great challenge for you. Let me know how it's going.

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