tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.comments2023-06-05T05:28:33.383-04:00Boys Rule Boys Read!Iron Guy Carlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06719802406868125435noreply@blogger.comBlogger1163125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-13880127113030210402018-05-17T15:33:11.544-04:002018-05-17T15:33:11.544-04:00Thanks, Micahel! it's really good to hear from...Thanks, Micahel! it's really good to hear from you. Yes, the blog is still going on but will move to a new location soon. Iron Guy Carlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06719802406868125435noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-2790193552183082152018-05-17T00:29:38.363-04:002018-05-17T00:29:38.363-04:00It’s been five years since this post, and I’m 22 n...It’s been five years since this post, and I’m 22 now, but I just found this post, and I’m so happy to see that this blog is still current! Thanks for giving me something to do while I was a wierd middle and highschooler! It really meant a lot to me at the time, and it boosted my confidence to speak out on stuff and express my honest thoughts to anyone. Thanks for the years of enjoyment, and I hope this blog continues for a very long time! Happy reading, all!<br />—Michael Lanier Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11551538708881362446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-65189088192453960312018-05-01T11:01:40.639-04:002018-05-01T11:01:40.639-04:00Well, thank you, Michele. I agree that your kids&#...Well, thank you, Michele. I agree that your kids' tastes stand out. I just wanted to be sure that I was being considerate and not treading on the feelings of others. After all, considerateness is a quality of all truly MANLY MEN!Iron Guy Carlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06719802406868125435noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-36812604631257052942018-05-01T10:51:38.972-04:002018-05-01T10:51:38.972-04:00I'm all for it, too. I didn't like these b...I'm all for it, too. I didn't like these but that's me and I'm a Boring Old Grownup. I'm thrilled to see kids check out these books and any others that they enjoy. <br />I think I see a theme here. Here's to kids checking out what they like! You don't have to agree with me. That's a great benefit of holding a Great Dog Man Discussion!Iron Guy Carlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06719802406868125435noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-45207947610980200522018-05-01T10:39:24.466-04:002018-05-01T10:39:24.466-04:00Carl, I didn't take it at all to mean that gir...Carl, I didn't take it at all to mean that girls wouldn't also enjoy them. I was just pointing out my own kids' tastes, which I thought stood out in this case. I think the focus of your blog is fantastic!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-40498419452925541882018-04-30T18:04:15.195-04:002018-04-30T18:04:15.195-04:00Not a fan of graphic novels, and can't imagine...Not a fan of graphic novels, and can't imagine a book in six-year-old art. But, what is important is the kids like them. And, if it gets kids reading, I'm all for it.Patricia T.https://www.blogger.com/profile/10673204828383998897noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-11448685811259491732018-04-30T13:19:04.664-04:002018-04-30T13:19:04.664-04:00Thanks, Michelle, and you just never know what som...Thanks, Michelle, and you just never know what some kids will like and what others won't. And I apologize if I sounded like these books would appeal only to boys. I started this blog to help connect boys to books, since they often, for a variety of reason, have trouble finding things they like. But I've found that most books I recommend appeal to all kids and will often say so or mention that girls would like those books as well. I'm sorry I didn't say that here and will go back and fix it.Iron Guy Carlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06719802406868125435noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-45522047416176793592018-04-30T13:03:12.212-04:002018-04-30T13:03:12.212-04:00So, my seven-year-old daughter loves these books. ...So, my seven-year-old daughter loves these books. I really don't get it. I won't let my kids read Captain Underpants for the reasons you mentioned, and when she first picked this up, I didn't notice it was the same author. It's not as bad from the messaging standpoint, but they still aren't my favorite. Anyway, they definitely don't just appeal to boys. Interestingly, my ten-year-old son doesn't like them, and he does generally like graphic novels. So take that for what you will.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-80892149906240622562018-04-30T11:58:37.460-04:002018-04-30T11:58:37.460-04:00No, your comment made it, as you can see. And it w...No, your comment made it, as you can see. And it was brilliant! Yes, here's to the success of any books that get boys to read!Iron Guy Carlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06719802406868125435noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-37406507151366497992018-04-30T11:41:03.913-04:002018-04-30T11:41:03.913-04:00Tried leaving a long and absolutely brilliant comm...Tried leaving a long and absolutely brilliant comment, but it vanished. At least, it appears so. In essence it was about reluctant boy readers. Here's to Dog Man's success. It may be that kids will be more tolerant of sixth-grade drawings.cleemckenziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15456109243453726483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-46449736114389126292018-04-30T11:19:34.866-04:002018-04-30T11:19:34.866-04:00I used to be a comic book addict--I was eight at t...I used to be a comic book addict--I was eight at the time and have since moved on. I've enjoyed a few graphic novels, but the art work is such a huge part of those that I can't imagine stick figures all the way through, and I can't imagine kids being gripped by those either. <br /><br />I've never had a reluctant reader. My boys dove into books like they did swimming pools. I agree that all boys need is the right story to grab their attention and keep them reading. If it's Dog Man, so be it.cleemckenziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15456109243453726483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-20363197061680950422018-04-30T11:00:30.495-04:002018-04-30T11:00:30.495-04:00Oh, I agree--if a boy likes something, let hem rea...Oh, I agree--if a boy likes something, let hem read it! Even if it's not my cup of tea (like Dog Man), I'm thrilled if he will read it. Iron Guy Carlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06719802406868125435noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-77048378123181836302018-04-30T09:16:47.739-04:002018-04-30T09:16:47.739-04:00I've never been a big fan of graphic novels, b...I've never been a big fan of graphic novels, but this series is wildly popular with kids.I don't think they mind the artwork with the fun scenarios being portrayed.If it gets them reading so be it.Greg Pattridgehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05761872776035591138noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-23686312928942029962018-04-03T15:39:55.717-04:002018-04-03T15:39:55.717-04:00Yeah, I’m already lifting barbells to prepare for ...Yeah, I’m already lifting barbells to prepare for The Deathly Hallows. I’d like to start The Half-Blood Prince but need something light after this. Iron Guy Carlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06719802406868125435noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-18771482212215539592018-04-03T15:35:59.181-04:002018-04-03T15:35:59.181-04:00Thanks for all the comments, everyone. Right now, ...Thanks for all the comments, everyone. Right now, I’m being boring and reading some grownup books. Good reason behind it but that’s for another day.Iron Guy Carlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06719802406868125435noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-23603275724350049282018-04-03T10:54:30.227-04:002018-04-03T10:54:30.227-04:00Eragon was a favorite at our house. I have one ver...Eragon was a favorite at our house. I have one very ragged copy on my library shelf that I can't throw away on pain of never being allowed to see any of my children or grandchildren again. I've been warned.cleemckenziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15456109243453726483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-25940182664268221362018-04-03T00:16:20.579-04:002018-04-03T00:16:20.579-04:00That's a pretty good list. Someone is going to...That's a pretty good list. Someone is going to have a fun spring break.Rosihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01294774973863802821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-55172944144257286322018-04-02T15:02:03.927-04:002018-04-02T15:02:03.927-04:00Congratulations! Love the picture! I'm glad y...Congratulations! Love the picture! I'm glad you enjoyed the book so much. I still like the magical feel of the first four books for younger kids. I had trouble with the darkness until I really got into them. I am glad kids can grow into the books.<br /><br />Okay, so when do you start "The Half Blood Prince?" You really begin to understand the depth of Voldemort and what Harry is really up against. And, wait to you get to "The Deathly Hollows," you'll won't believe the size of that book. But, it's worth it! Patricia T.https://www.blogger.com/profile/10673204828383998897noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-44375464026065392242018-04-02T11:44:22.590-04:002018-04-02T11:44:22.590-04:00I have plans to re-read this one in the summer. Ho...I have plans to re-read this one in the summer. How could I not with your enthusiastic review. And month ago you never thought you'd finish! Congratulations.Greg Pattridgehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05761872776035591138noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-15622979099353830412018-04-02T11:41:49.720-04:002018-04-02T11:41:49.720-04:00Even though my spring break ends today, I've n...Even though my spring break ends today, I've noted the books I haven't read yet on your list and can look forward to reading them in the next few months. Thanks for the choices!Greg Pattridgehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05761872776035591138noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-71441223811345561732018-04-02T08:18:05.325-04:002018-04-02T08:18:05.325-04:00Great choices. I need to read the Hero's Guide...Great choices. I need to read the Hero's Guide series. Happy Reading!Natalie Aguirrehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03756087804171246660noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-15158632202994263372018-03-19T11:18:30.125-04:002018-03-19T11:18:30.125-04:00I'm laughing at your questions because those w...I'm laughing at your questions because those who've read the series know. I am glad you are enjoying the book so much. Wait until you read the Half-Blood Prince and Deathly Hollows -- you'll be glued to the book. I haven't read the Guardian, but enjoyed your review. Sounds like another great fantasy read!Patricia T.https://www.blogger.com/profile/10673204828383998897noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-27877383630999388422018-03-19T09:13:31.131-04:002018-03-19T09:13:31.131-04:00The end is near... and I'm sure the book is mu...The end is near... and I'm sure the book is much lighter now. Your recommendations were perfect. The only one I haven't read is the second selection, but I've added it to my list. Greg Pattridgehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05761872776035591138noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-25152556298626021542018-03-19T07:48:13.966-04:002018-03-19T07:48:13.966-04:00I loved this book in the Harry Potter's series...I loved this book in the Harry Potter's series too, and the movie was one of my favorites.Guardian looks like a good fantasy series too. Thanks.Natalie Aguirrehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03756087804171246660noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7149640467592149916.post-80349105590308178182018-03-12T15:34:49.767-04:002018-03-12T15:34:49.767-04:00See there? When librarians say, "Reading make...See there? When librarians say, "Reading makes you stronger," they aren't kidding!Iron Guy Carlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06719802406868125435noreply@blogger.com