You just can’t ignore a good book.
And based on some anecdotal evidence, it seems Justin Case: School, Drool and Other Daily Disasters (Feiwel and Friends, 2010) is a very good book indeed.
Here’s what happened.
When Niki, today’s guest reviewer, got the book, she started reading and — according to her dad — didn’t stop.
And after she’d given the book and her questionnaire back to me, my daughter grabbed the book and read straight through supper. She was so focused, I even had to remind her to eat.
I have yet to read this book myself, but based on the interest it’s generated so far, you can be sure I’ll start as soon as my daughter is finished.
Now, let’s hear from Niki.
Reviewer: Niki
Age: 10
I like: Horses, dogs, reading, Irish dance, jazz dance, playing with my friends, golf, winter, computers, watching television and eating breakfast.
This book was about: Justin Case. He was a boy who was afraid of everything. But by the end of the book, he was no longer afraid. In Justin’s mind, his old stuffed animal (which was a dog) told him to face his fears.
The best part was when: Justin climbed a rope and was scared when he looked down. The picture showed Justin was sweating and shivering.
I laughed when: Justin said the boiler in his basement was a big bad monster.
I was worried when: Justin said he would never be friends with Daisy (his best friend) again.
I was surprised that: Justin actually climbed the rope and overcame his fears.
This book taught me: That it’s okay to be scared and that you can still conquer your fears.
Other kids reading this book should watch for: All the ways Justin conquers his fears.
Three words that best describe this book are: Funny, hilarious, hysterical.
My favorite line or phrase in the book is: When Justin says, “What the heck?”
You should read this book because: It’s an awesome book because it will make you laugh and teach you how to conquer your fears.
Thanks, Niki! You weren’t the only reader who liked it. There’s another great review at Kid Lit Blog.
Author Rachel Vail writes for little kids, tweens and teens. You can learn more about her books here. Or read a great Publishers Weekly interview with her here.
This book has charming spot illustrations by Matthew Cordell. A website full of his wonderful work is here.
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