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katdfleming's review
3.0
This story centers on a boy who, like so many kids his age, is embarrassed by a parent. His father is the janitor at his new school. Without being saccharine, though, this tale allows the main character to see his father in a wholly new light. I found this book touching.
kaydunaway's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
8bluebutterfly8's review
3.0
This book was a nice story based on a relationship between a father and son. Through the book the main character Jack learns a lot and grows as a person. He is able to learn his family’s history and come to terms with it. It is great that he understands that what his father does isn’t something to be embarrassed or ashamed about an important job. This was another sweet family story by Andrew Clements.
raquel_reading_stuff's review
1.0
I did not like this book. The main character annoyed me and never seemed to learn his lesson. The book ended abruptly, too. It was not one of the better Andrew Clements books. I don't recommend it.
sophiebhk's review against another edition
4.0
I think this book was good and I really like Andrew Clements. I couldn't put this book down!
rebeccasfantasyworld's review
funny
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Read as part of a book group during library special, if I remember correctly. This book is a good intro to class and economic status in America, and it is paired with a developing father-son relationship. I remember not loving this one, but it was pretty good.
jbojkov's review
4.0
Clements has a way of making a story out of not very much. He's a story teller- pulling the reader in and creating a very real world in which to lose one's self. When I think back to the events in this book- they are few and far between- but I bet almost every kid can relate to this story and would want to see how it ends.
jselliot's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
A heartwarming family-focused MG book, about overcoming the divide between generations and father-son conflict.