Scan barcode
ashlyn_f_stel's review against another edition
3.0
Probably 2.5 stars but I’ll round up because I appreciated Freddy’s character. He doesn’t like being the middle child because both of his siblings get more attention or so he thinks. Because of this, he decides to do something neither of his siblings have, try out for the play.
I am not a middle child, but I am a younger sibling so I would get compared to my brother all the time. I can appreciate how this might be a reality for a lot of people. I’m glad I read it.
I am not a middle child, but I am a younger sibling so I would get compared to my brother all the time. I can appreciate how this might be a reality for a lot of people. I’m glad I read it.
mzpolarbear's review against another edition
5.0
This is one my all time favorites from my early reading years!
purpltaz27's review against another edition
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
mtnofbooks's review against another edition
4.0
I read this one as part of my summer reading challenge to check the boxes for a book published in 1969 and reread a book. :-P
alyssaarch's review against another edition
4.0
This is such a cute book and one I think that kids who are feeling left out (especially middle children) would appreciate. It acknowledges the fact that sometimes having two or more siblings can be lonely because your parents’ attention is split, but it also shows that if you pursue your interests, you can stand out from others and be unique simply by being yourself. Freddy takes an interest in drama, and is therefore able to stand out when he lands a role as a green kangaroo.
The illustrations are cute, friendly, and very colorful. It’s a pretty book to look at for younger children who are interested in the illustrations rather than the story; the words themselves are fairly lyrical and would offer a fun reading aloud experience. I’d definitely recommend this for children who have multiple siblings and who might be feeling unappreciated or left out.
Also posted on Purple People Readers.
The illustrations are cute, friendly, and very colorful. It’s a pretty book to look at for younger children who are interested in the illustrations rather than the story; the words themselves are fairly lyrical and would offer a fun reading aloud experience. I’d definitely recommend this for children who have multiple siblings and who might be feeling unappreciated or left out.
Also posted on Purple People Readers.
summermsmith's review against another edition
5.0
This is a fun book. Short too. It is told about the middle child in the family and how one can shine. I really enjoyed it. Judy Blume is just good.
sapphire's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
3.0
More...