Angel or Not? Ohhh so Not!!!

Book excerpt: Angel or Not? Ohhh So Not!!! The Angel or Not? Catholic Fiction Book Series is an exciting chapter book series that combines Catholic and family values in a fast moving story-line. Student readers will recognize their own Catholic schooling connection with the main character Angel, her family, friends and Sister Rita. The first book in the series focuses on Bullying, while the second book focuses on the consequences associated with cheating and lying. Book Two, Angel or Not? Ohhh so Not!!! Is an engaging book for preteen children (3rd-6th grade), that focuses on real life ups and downs of being a girl in Catholic school. Follow Angel through fourth grade as she learns how to handle her own conflicts while attempting to stay in 'angel-mode' even though, her thoughts and actions aren't always so angelic. Stay with her through the stories as she realizes that every action has a consequence. In this, the second book of the series, Your favorite characters are back and the drama continues! As Angel, a fourth grader in Catholic school discovers why Sonya was a bully from book one and must say “Goodbye” to the “Sonya Mystery.” Dreamboat Tony is still a dreamboat and Sister Rita is full of her usual surprises. You’ll meet the new neighbors and get an “ear-full” from Angel’s Grammy. From Anthony's fender-bender with Dad, to playing on the Jesuit football field, brother Anthony is back in action after the accident from book one! In this captivating sequel, Angel’s world spirals out of control when she makes the worst mistake of her life! Find out exactly what Angel did to earn the book its title: Angel or Not? Ohhh So Not!!! The two book series make an excellent class and summer reading option as the series reinforces good values, opens the door for discussion on bullying, making good choices and the consequences of cheating. In addition, both books include bold vocabulary words throughout the story and include word banks in the back of the book. Worksheets are available by request on our "Teacher Information" on the website. Angel or Not? Ohhh so Not!!! is a Fiction Catholic book that has been enjoyed by many students in the Tampa Bay area and teachers feel they are a great tool to use to reinforce good morals and values, as well as reinforce Catholic faith. The books are full of excitement and the first of their kind to be written just for students in Catholic Schools. Mrs. Hernandez, Principal St. Lawrence Catholic School: “Finally…a book for our Catholic children that is packed full of Catholic values amid real life situations. Bravo!”