Book Equivalent # 4 ,5, 6 Words: ~205610 Date: 25/10/15
Title: Of Lions and Unicorns Author: Michael Morpurgo
Genre ~ Non-Fiction / Fiction Type: Fiction, Short stories
Opening Sentence:
‘Tracking down a polar bear shouldn’t be that difficult.’
Favourite word / phrase / sentence:
‘ “Because he doesn’t need one,” Replied Bertie. “He’s a lion, not a person. Lions don’t need names.” ‘
Vocabulary and new terms (with part of speech) and definition:
Quiches (Noun): A type of tart with a savory filling.
Vice (Noun): Wicked behavior
Fascists (Noun): A follower of fascism
Lustily (Adverb): In a strong, vigorous way
Cygnets (Noun): A young swan
Impala (Noun): A type of antelope
Veranda (Noun): A roofed platform outside the house
Crockery (Noun): Tableware
Reflection, Connection & Personal Response:
This book was a collection of extracts from Michael Morpurgo’s books that he has written throughout his career. I like this because it pulls out some of the highlights from all of his famous works.