CUNY Academic Commons

Hi Aisha,

Unfortunately I do not have access to see your ATS, but I was able to get a grasp of the novel from your recommendation. I actually saw this movie in the movie theatre and I really disliked it. However, I was young and I did not want to go see it in the first place and it was long, so I was not necessarily in the right mind set. I am…[Read more]

Hi Rubina,

This sounds like such an interesting, if not a bit odd, plot for a story. A robot and animals? Not something you read about everyday. Nonetheless, I can understand how diversity is a common theme throughout the book, just by reading your summary.

Hi Anthony,

I have been wanting to read this book and after reading your recommendation and ATS I definitely will. I thought your headline was very creative and was a great lead in to your ATS. This book seems to contain everything I usually look for when choosing a book to read and with break next week I probably will read it.

Hi Connor,

I thought the way you formatted your ATS was very creative! I also like how you not only described the plot of the book, but you also mentioned the length. That is an important factor for many people when deciding to choose a book to read, so I think it is great you included it.

Hi Rachell,

I loved loved your ATS. I thought the images you used were so different and creative! I also like how you mentioned that your students loved it too. Did you read it with them? Or did you mention you were reading it and a few of them mentioned that they had also read it?

Hi Kait,

Oh wow. This book looks really interesting, but intense. I think I am still recovering from Between Shades of Grey, but maybe I’ll read this one in the future since I am still curious about Joana. I loved the images you used on your slide and I thought your headline and summary were great!

Hi John,

I appreciate your honesty about this not being an academic type book. However, my high school offered a Forensics class so maybe they could use this book in that class. Your summary gave just enough information to get me interested, without giving away too much detail.

Hi Tatiana,

I thought the pictures you used for the ATS were perfect! I love a good mystery and this book looks so interesting. I also like how you mentioned the harm gossip can cause to high schoolers. Using this book in the classroom might be a great way to introduce this topic to students. Especially since most bullying movies are corny and…[Read more]

Hi Susan,

I like the layout of your ATS. It was very clear and informative. I like books that have interconnected stories, so this might be one I enjoy reading. I don’t usually enjoy historical pieces, but this class has been showing me that they’re actually pretty interesting. Great post!

Hi Safa,

This book looks so good! I loved the Hunger Games, so I think this book would be right up my alley. The way you describe it in your ATS is intriguing and I can’t wait to give it a read. I also like the color scheme on your ATS, very cool aesthetic.

Hi Ariana,

I love your ATS! The layout and color scheme are so engaging and pleasing to look at. Self-acceptance is such an important concept for our students to understand and it seems like this is a good story to use to open the door to this conversation. I think this would be a story I would like to read in the future.

Hi Brian,

Thanks for suggesting reading the other story first, because I hate when I start reading a story and then find out there was some sort of prequel that would make the story make more sense. The book sounds interesting, if not a little confusing. I am curious to see if it is something I would like. I will definitely look into it.

Hi Nicole,

I agree that the topic of this book is so relevant today. It sounds like a great novel to use to open up the floor to have these important conversations with our students. And I like how you mentioned at the end there is a love story, because I am a sucker for those 🙂

Hi Heeji,

Your lede/summary was so detailed! The book sounds very interesting and a possible novel for a history class. Nice post!

Hi Yuqi,

I like the way you designed your ATS. I also thought your headline was interesting and piqued my interest. This is a prominent topic currently, so I think having students read this book would allow for some deep and relevant conversations.

Hi Erin,

I think your hook and lede are both grabbing and got me interested right away. As someone who does not consider themselves a risk taker, I think reading this would be interesting for me. It would make me consider the things I would want to do on my last day if I knew it was my last day. Thanks for the recommendation!

Hi Caroline,

I have not read the book or seen the movie Wonder, but I have heard great things. I like the theme you chose because I think readers of all ages understand the importance of friendship. I especially like how you pointed out that having friends can get people through difficult times and I think this is a good concept to discuss with…[Read more]

Hi Rachel,

I like how you made your background stripes like the “pajamas.” I saw this movie when I was in school and I remember it being a very good movie that shows a very dark period in history, but in a non-graphic, violent way. I am interested in reading the book now, especially after reading your recommendation. I wonder what the…[Read more]

Hi Zizhen,

I really liked the layout of your ATS! It was clear, but still creative. You were also able to fit so much detail into just a few sentences. I always struggle with that part! I especially liked what you wrote about for your theme. It is a very interesting take on stealing. Great ATS!

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1nX5Os12pZCdLzYRTt5OI5KS38ITRzp28oQREMxoN9QI/edit?usp=sharing

I read The Rest of the Story by Sarah Dessen and I would absolutely recommend it. Although it might seem like a typical YA beach read novel, Dessen is able to tackle serious issues, while keeping it relatable to younger readers. The story is…[Read more]