MANNY BEAR GOES FISHING #3 Forever Friends

MANNY BEAR GOES FISHING #3 Forever Friends by Gina Lynne. $ Publisher: Glynne; 1 edition (April 13, ). 14 pages. The little brown bear, Manny.
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Jul 12, Jennifer Wardrip rated it it was amazing Shelves: She loves him dearly and provides well for him, but practically every day is a living nightmare for Ernie. He's a loner, interested in videos games and not sports, and at about pounds overweight, he's the object of ridicule from his fellow classmates.


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For Ernie school days are torture. Teachers seem to turn a blind eye when he is made the butt of every joke. There are five jocks that have made Ernie their special target. In the hallway between classes and in the locker room before and after gym, they tease and taunt and play endless pranks. When opportunities arise to report the pranksters, Ernie always senses that if he does complain his tormentors will only find ways to make his life more miserable.

Ernie does have one friend.

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His name is Will, and he constantly promises that he has Ernie's back. Will is skinny and suffers from chronic acne, which makes him another frequent target for the jocks. Since his mother left, he and his younger brother have lived with a father more interested in finding his next beer than in raising his two sons. Together, Ernie and Will help each other through the agonizing world of their small town high school. After a fishing trip that ends in tragedy, the teasing and taunting of the two teens increases. The attacks are more deliberate and result in potentially dangerous injuries.

Ernie can't bring himself to discuss the problem with his mother, but he finds some comfort and release in writing about the incidents in a journal given to him by his uncle. Will, now living with his mother since the fateful fishing trip, reacts in more negative ways that have Ernie worrying about Will's sanity and safety. Catherine Ryan Hyde takes readers into the lives of two teens facing bullying on a daily basis. As with many victims of this increasing problem, they feel helpless to change their situations, which make them even more vulnerable to the vicious verbal and physical attacks.

This emotionally charged novel will hopefully make readers take notice of and become more active in the prevention of the bullying behavior they witness in their communities. Jul 16, Izzy rated it it was ok. I was really disappointed with this book.

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Before I started reading, I heard great things about it - about what a touching story it was, what a tearjerker, that sort of thing - so I was excited to get to it. And even though I didn't like this book that much, I do have to say that the story itself was interesting. I liked that Ernie was sort of a "sideline" character, because it was really his best friend Will who was going through most of the crap. Ernie had trouble too with the bullies in one sc I was really disappointed with this book.

Ernie had trouble too with the bullies in one scene they even stuck a fishing hook in his scalp, which sounds extremely painful , but at least he didn't have much trouble at home. It was horrific how even though everyone knew that Will's little brother died recently and that his father was in jail because of it, the bullies kept screwing with him and hurting him.

Will completely deteriorated until that final scene. I won't give it away, but I do have to say it was pretty obvious for me, at least that it was coming. The book was also well-written. It was easy to read and at times, I had trouble putting it down. I think the only reason I was disappointed by this book wasn't the story or the characters or the writing, but just the fact that I feel the author could have done so much more.

The book wasn't particularly wrenching although sad in places and that final scene could have been so much more powerful.

Diary of a Witness

I also feel like Ernie would have been just a little more real if he really had second thoughts before stopping Will, rather than going straight ahead without a split second of self-doubt. I've never liked straight-out heroes. Diary of a Witness is worth a read, but I do think it could have been more compelling. May 18, Caelin M. Diary of a Witness by Catherine Ryan Hyde is a moving novel that is sure to have you sobbing. Hyde hits home with this book; she highlights real problems for many teenagers today. Ernie is a 15 year-old outcast who befriends another boy named Will. Both boys share a fascination in fishing, which does not help them socially.

Ernie and Will get beat up and ridiculed in the hallways, in cl Diary of a Witness by Catherine Ryan Hyde is a moving novel that is sure to have you sobbing. Ernie and Will get beat up and ridiculed in the hallways, in class, and on the way home from school. Ernie is also targeted for his weight; something he is very self conscious about.

Ernie has a great mom who loves him, and a nice house. Will originally lives with his dad and little brother; but his father has been to jail and does not care for the boys. Will ends up going through a tough time where he loses much of his sanity; and Ernie gets dragged down with him. As the book progresses, Will gets worse and worse. Ernie is in a constant internal conflict with himself as this is happening. She shows how hard it is to sit by and watch a friend suffer. Hyde wrote a stellar novel that is sure to leave a lasting mark for years to come. Sep 17, Kasia rated it really liked it.

One day can change everything. One tragedy can break a person. One day, Ernie and Will, best friends, are living the day to day life of two high school students, with a few merciless bullies thrown in. The next day, they both come to school as two boys that have experienced a terrible accident that changes their lives forever. The accident threatens to permanently divide his family, his friendship with Ernie, and One day can change everything. The accident threatens to permanently divide his family, his friendship with Ernie, and most of all, it isolates and tears apart Will himself.

Will, Ernie's fearless comrade, is suddenly weak, scared, and vulnerable. Both boys begin to face ruthless torment until it is too much to bear. Quickly, life spirals out of control and Ernie is caught in the middle of Will's chaotic life and the bullies that threaten him at school. Hyde's novel concentrates on the relationship between Will and Ernie, but also gives time and thoughtfulness to the relationship between Ernie and his uncle.

Hyde also delves into the mystery surrounding the secrecy of school bullying and the vulnerability of teens in the absence of strong parental figures. Apr 04, Cornmaven rated it it was amazing Shelves: With all of the recent stories in the news about bullycide, this is the book you want to read, to get a really good picture of what actually goes on. The adults who can do something are clueless, believing lies and tales, as is usually the case.

The kids know if they fight back or tell, it will only get worse. The reality that bullying in school just extends out to the street, where school administrators can't do anything, is rather clearly spelled out. The characters are so real and so well draw With all of the recent stories in the news about bullycide, this is the book you want to read, to get a really good picture of what actually goes on. The characters are so real and so well drawn, it is amazing. The dialogue of the teens is fairly realistic, but there are times when it is a bit too mature, but I think that is just to keep the story grounded.

Thankfully, the protagonist has the wise uncle to guide him. I am always amazed in these novels when the 'wise uncle' empowers the kid, because I never felt that way as a teen, but it is a good thing nonetheless. I think the last line of the book is one of the most powerful I have read in a long time for a YA novel: Jan 27, Angee O'Connell rated it it was amazing. He is such an amazing kid. What a great head on his shoulders. He seems to know just what to say or not to say to help Ernie make the right decision. The Uncle is definitely someone who keeps Ernie on track.

I loved reading this book. I was saddened by the events that happened, but lifted up by the way Ernie responded. It is nice to read about someone who has compassion. I feel that people today are generally lacking in compassion and Wow! I feel that people today are generally lacking in compassion and Ernie is a good example of someone who can "walk a mile" in another's moccasins, yet still back away and not become emotionally mired.

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I couldn't put this book down. I felt the tension building, knew where it was going, and I did not want to see it happen. But the author did a fantastic job of bringing everything around. Jul 03, Heather rated it liked it Shelves: Ernie is kind of an outcast at his school.

He's overweight, a frequent target for bullies and his only friend, Will, is as much of an outsider as he his. Ernie is with Will thru some really tough times, but how much can a friend do when the other friend is bent on destruction? I didn't feel this was as hard hitting as "Hate List" which deals with the aftermath of a school shooting.

This is more of a "what if" and how much can one boy take. I had two minor problems with this book. I understand that is kind of the point - seeing what might drive him over the edge, but it was hard for me to believe that there wasn't even one bright spot in his life.

I didn't even buy that his friendship with Ernie was that spot. Recommended for middle school Aug 28, Amy rated it liked it. This book was heartbreaking for me to read. Maybe its because I work with kids from this age group, but it was tough. I did not expect the subject matter to be as heavy as it was, nor to cover as many topics as it did.

Overweight teens, bullying, abuse, neglect, suicide, anger. Makes it sound so depressing, right? I was hoping for something less Perhaps that's too cynical to say. For the most part, I read to get away from reality. This was what I see happening This book was heartbreaking for me to read. This was what I see happening much of the time I go to work. Kids getting bullied and teased. How do they deal with it? Saying all of that- I still liked it. Perhaps because you find a wonderful side of this young man who watches his friend unravel. Maybe because it is something I want my leadership class to read and relate to on some level.

I'd be interested to hear what you think, if you read it. Mar 31, Kate McCartney rated it really liked it Shelves: Ernie is overweight, which makes him a target for bullies. His best friend Will has a tough home life and a quirky personality, which also makes him a target for the bullies. Ernie stands by Will through some very tough times but how will he choose to stand by Will when he seems bent on revenge.

Ernie has a very authentic voice, he struggles with his weight. He is lucky to have an Uncle to turn to, who listens wi Ernie is overweight, which makes him a target for bullies. He is lucky to have an Uncle to turn to, who listens without judgement and wants only the best for him. He wants to stand by Will, to support him through the loss of his brother, the lack of interest that either of his parents show him, when watches Will get knocked down time and time again by the school bullies. He has to make hard choices when Will first threatens to hurt himself and then those boys who have tormented him.

Apr 22, Nick rated it really liked it Shelves: Other than one part of the ending that's a little too pat, I found this to be an excellent story about bullying and its effects. The central characters are two teen boys, both loners other than their shared friendship. The viewpoint character has a problem with his weight His friend is in what seems like a better situation, at first, but things go horribly wrong, Other than one part of the ending that's a little too pat, I found this to be an excellent story about bullying and its effects.

His friend is in what seems like a better situation, at first, but things go horribly wrong, and the viewpoint character learns that his friend has serious problems. As things spiral downhill for both of them, the reader gets caught up in the serious nature of their difficulties, and there is a sense of impending doom, but the ending is far from the cliche that it could have been. Feb 09, Mary rated it it was ok.

Hmmm, how do I put this? This book was hard to read. It was hard to read because if was traumatic and sad and I felt the loss of the characters harshly. Although the writing was fine, and the characters semi-developed The author doesn't seem to know her characters very well.

You should know who you're writing about as well as you know yourself. Everything was a little expected, and being so dark didn't really help. I think that I really only fin Wow, this book I think that I really only finished this book to see how it ended, and to make sure that Ernie was o. I don't think that it was good work in at all, and I don't think I would recommend it to any reader, even ones who like dark stories. Told as a first-person narrative, the reader is drawn in from the beginning and is held captive through the end, and at the end the reader wishes for even more. It is the basic story of good vs.

Evil but the twists and turns. Keep the reader engaged and hoping for true justice on the last page. This is a book I would recommend for any reader, but especially for those who have children in grades I will be looking for more books by Catherine Ryan Hyde.

This book was the total package for me, a first-class hit. Nov 02, Beth rated it it was ok. I really need to quit reading books about bullying and school shootings or attempted school shootings. They are all starting to blend together. Main highlights, Ernie and Will are friends. They are being bullied. Will's brother dies in a fishing accident and the bullies don't care and keep on bullying Will.

Will finally decides to fight back with a gun, Ernie reports him before he can do it and Ernie then becomes kind of a hero and is finally accepted by the jocks. I couldn't help but feel that I really need to quit reading books about bullying and school shootings or attempted school shootings. I couldn't help but feel that Ernie was a bit of a sell-out to Will.

This book, especially the ending, just rubbed me the wrong way. Apr 07, June Morgan rated it really liked it. I was looking for a book about bullying. This book really filled the bill. Ernie, an overweight, ridiculed student only has one friend. That friend is Will. Will is a loner. Ernie has low self-esteem. The two boys join together out of a need to have a friend.

They are not popular and are teased by the school jocks.


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