TTFN

More than just being impressed by the author's use of chat-talk, Michelle sees strong similarities between the trio of characters in the story with her own group of three friends.

The City of Ember

Ashmita relates the imaginary underground city of Ember, losing its source of light, with today's world and the risk of losing our natural resources.

Travel Team by Mike Lupica

A character inspires Ethan to keep 'shooting' for his goals

Resident Evil: Extinction - by Keith DeCandido

A story about zombies but also a story that teaches Annabel about self-empowerment.

Number the Stars by Lois Lowry

Gal's family connection to a historical fiction novel

Literary Vodcast Example

Here's an example of a vodcast that was created by an ISB high school student. Notice how Callie indicates why the novels by Tamora Pierce had an important influence on her life, especially when she was a middle school student.