Why I Recommend Reading “Of Mice And Men” By John Steinbeck Kavin Sivakumar

 Why I Recommend Reading “Of Mice And Men” By John Steinbeck

Kavin Sivakumar

“Of Mice And Men”by John Steinbeck is a short novel that is filled with dramatic moments, thought provoking scenes, and it teaches you important lessons. Even though the novel is short it still impacts the reader emotionally and goes over serious topics that are still relevant today even though the story takes place during The Great Depression. The story is written in a way that is easy to read and follow, but the meaning behind the writing is important and thoughtful. 

One of the reasons I would recommend this novella is because it shows many important lessons. One lesson the story teaches is how important friendship is. The two main characters in the story, George and Lennie, are best friends and care for each other deeply. Their bond shows how people rely on others during hard and difficult times and I think many people can relate to having a friend that can rely on you and you can rely on them. Another important lesson that this story teaches us is how some dreams are unattainable even with hard work. Many characters in this story had goals that they wanted to reach and even though they worked hard they couldn’t because of something outside of their control. This shows that disappointment is something everyone faces and how people’s lives can get ruined by something outside of their control. 

Another reason I would recommend reading “Of Mice And Men” is the way the story is written makes it interesting. The story is mostly dialogue which is unique from other stories written in this time period because most stories had a lot of narration and description of the setting. However, in “Of Mice And Men” many lines that are said by the characters are used to describe the setting that the characters are in. This way of writing the story makes the story keep on moving and it makes the story interesting to read as well as making the story more memorable. 

The story also shows us who life was like during The Great Depression. It allows us to see how hard it was for migrant workers to find work during this time period. This time period also gives reasoning for why some characters acted the way they did. It also allows us to see the true nature of people because many characters in the story acted for what benefited them, which was reasonable considering the time period because they had to do anything that would help them survive. 

Over all, “Of Mice And Men” is a great novella to read if you are looking for a short book that is engaging, has meaningful lessons, and thought provoking scenes. The story allows you to see how difficult it was to live during The Great Depression by going through the life of the characters. All of these factors are what make “Of Mice And Men” such an amazing story to read.

Why Monster House Is Still One of the Coolest Moives By: Sachi Dixit

 Why Monster House Is Still One of the Coolest Moives

By: Sachi Dixit

Monster House is one of those movies that never gets old. It’s funny, a little

scary, and super nostalgic. Every time I watch it, I feel like a little kid again. This

movie mixes horror and humor in a way that makes it fun instead of scary.

One of my favorite parts of Monster House is how the house is literally a

monster. The idea of a living house that eats people is kinda weird, but that's

what makes it so cool and interesting. It also makes it different from other

animated films. The animation style is kind of creepy, but it fits the story perfectly.

The characters are also really funny and relatable. DJ, Chowder, and Jenny

act like real kids, not perfect movie characters. Their jokes feel natural, and their

reactions make the scary parts less intense. Chowder especially adds a lot of

humor to the movie. He reminds me of Rowley from Diary of a Wimpy Kid, which

is another enjoyable and hilarious character.

Another reason the movie is so good is the nostalgia. It reminds people of

riding bikes, hanging out with friends, and being scared of things that seem bigger

when you’re a kid. Watching it now feels comforting, even though the movie is

about a haunted house.

Overall, Monster House is funny, nostalgic, and cool all at the same time.

It’s the kind of movie you can watch over and over and still enjoy. That’s why it’s

still one of the best animated movies from that time.

My Favorite Scary Movie: The Black Phone By: Sachi Dixit

 My Favorite Scary Movie: The Black Phone

By: Sachi Dixit

My favorite scary movie is The Black Phone. The movie is about a young boy

named Finny, who gets kidnapped by a creepy man called the Grabber. Finny is thrown

into the Grabber’s basement, where he finds a mysterious black phone that lets him talk

to the Grabber’s past victims. He tries to use their warnings and advice to escape. I love

this movie because it’s super intense and keeps me on the edge of my seat the whole

time, which I secretly love.

The story is really thrilling and interesting. The Grabber is a dangerous man who

plans to kill Finny just like all his past victims, but Finny has to use his smarts to survive

this terrifying nightmare. I also love the idea of a magical black phone that allows him to

talk to the dead because we get to learn about the other victims’ stories. It makes Finny

even more determined to escape and adds a mysterious, spooky twist that I think is really

cool.

My all-time favorite part of the movie has to be the ending, when Finny uses the

black phone to defeat the Grabber, guided by the spirits of the victims. It feels like all the

kids are connected, rooting for Finny as they give him tips throughout the movie. I love

how it shows that even though they are gone, the victims are still looking out for each

other and for anyone in danger. The scene is scary but also satisfying because it feels like

justice is finally served. Watching it makes my heart race, and I love how the movie

balances fear with hope and teamwork, even in the darkest moments.

I think The Black Phone is the best scary movie because it is thrilling, mysterious,

and full of suspense. Every time I watch it, I feel a mix of fear and excitement, which

makes it even more fun, especially during fall and Halloween season. I would watch it

again and recommend it to anyone who loves creepy, spooky, and suspenseful movies

with just a touch of cozy vibes.

Summer Nights, a poem By: Sachi Dixit

 Summer Nights

By: Sachi Dixit

Summer nights feel softer,

like the world finally exhales.

The air is warm,

and everything slows down.

Streetlights glow instead of flicker,

crickets fill the quiet world

and the sky feels closer

than it does during the day.

No school tomorrow.

No alarms.

Just time stretching out

like it’s on my side.

Laughter drifts from somewhere nearby,

windows are open,

and even my worries

feel smaller tonight.

I wrap myself in this moment,

this calm, cozy pause.

This night won’t last forever,

and I don’t want it to end yet.

Late Quiet Nights , a poem By: Sachi Dixit

 Late Quiet Nights

By: Sachi Dixit

The house is quiet,

like it finally fell asleep

Lights are off,

doors are closed,

and the world feels paused

My phone glows in the dark,

the only light that stays awake with me.

Time moves slower at night,

like it’s giving me space to think

No one’s watching.

No one’s asking what's wrong.

I don’t have to explain myself.

Late at night,

when everyone is asleep,

I feel the most real

just me, my thoughts,

and the silence that actually listens.

Why Being Busy Is Actually Good By: Sachi Dixit

 Why Being Busy Is Actually Good

By: Sachi Dixit

Being busy can be good because it gives people a sense of purpose.

When you have things to do, you feel more motivated and focused. Staying

busy can help you feel productive instead of bored or stuck doing nothing.

Being busy can also improve mental health. Staying active keeps your

mind occupied, which can reduce overthinking and stressing about every

small detail. Having a routine helps people feel more organized and in

control of their time, making daily life feel less overwhelming.

Another benefit of being busy is personal growth. When people balance

schoolwork, hobbies, or personal responsibilities, they learn important life

skills like time management and responsibility. Being busy also pushes

people out of their comfort zone and encourages them to try new things,

which helps build confidence.

Even though being busy has several benefits, balance is still important.

If someone is busy all the time without rest, it can lead to burnout and take

away from spending time with family and friends. Taking breaks and

making time to relax helps keep being busy healthy and positive instead of

stressful.

Off Day, a poem By: Sachi Dixit

 Off Day

By: Sachi Dixit

Today felt like a glitch in a game,

Like my world was playing on slow.

The sky looked the same,

But something felt different

The halls were loud

But my ears were numb,

Like everyone was talking,

But I couldn’t catch a single word

My body was here

But my mind was far away,

Like I was walking through fog

And couldn’t find a way

Nothing was wrong

But nothing felt right

Like I was staring at the sun

But still couldn’t see the light

I don’t know what happened

Or why it all felt strange

But Im hoping tomorrow

It won’t feel so off again.