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3.89 AVERAGE
3.89 AVERAGE
Really, this book should be given 3.5 stars since I liked it a lot better than the first book in the series.
It's a nerdy little story about a group of pretty nerdy kids, but I liked reading their stories and about their troubles and about how Origami Yoda and Dwight helped them.
I think having a nemesis in Harvey/Darth Paper gave the book the focus that the first book lacked. It was nice to see Dwight battle just one person instead of having to battle everyone.
I also liked that Dwight wasn't so weird in this book. Oh he's still weird, but not WEIRD like in the first one. It was as if he had grown up a bit (or as much as someone who has an Origami Yoda can grow up).
There is also a nice little twist at the end that I didn't see coming. So point for that.
It's a nerdy little story about a group of pretty nerdy kids, but I liked reading their stories and about their troubles and about how Origami Yoda and Dwight helped them.
I think having a nemesis in Harvey/Darth Paper gave the book the focus that the first book lacked. It was nice to see Dwight battle just one person instead of having to battle everyone.
I also liked that Dwight wasn't so weird in this book. Oh he's still weird, but not WEIRD like in the first one. It was as if he had grown up a bit (or as much as someone who has an Origami Yoda can grow up).
There is also a nice little twist at the end that I didn't see coming. So point for that.
The first case file, The Curious Case of the Origami Yoda, was an investigation into Dwight's finger puppet, a collection of testimonies and commentaries to determine if Origami Yoda wielded the power and wisdom of the actual Yoda. In this second case file, the stakes are much higher. Skeptic Harvey and his own finger puppet, Darth Paper, have succeeded in getting Dwight suspended until an expulsion hearing before the school board. Now, Tommy and Kellen are collecting evidence from their classmates on Origami Yoda, showing how he and Dwight only intended good that was twisted by the dark side power of Harvey and Darth Paper, to present at the school board meeting on their behalf. We once again get many voices and perspectives from a variety of classmates, along with illustrations from Kellen and plenty of references to the Star Wars saga. Accessible, fun, and wise all at once.
I love how he writes - its engaging and thoughtful. I really like how Tommy, although isn't best friends with Dwight, sees that Dwight is being treated unfairly. This would be another good read aloud.
This series is really cute and fun - I love that Darth Paper gets to dispense his advice this time around.
LOVED IT. Loved the first book as well, not only for story but also for the design of the book--the font choices, the notes, the crinkled background--it's so great. And if you're even remotely familiar with Star Wars, you'll love the little inside nods to the movies. So, so clever.
Dwight, the maker of the origami Yoda in the first book of this series, is in some hot water at McQuarrie Middle School. Dwight's origami Yoda made a comment to a girl and now Dwight has been suspended, with the chance of a possible expulsion from McQuarrie.
With Dwight and his Yoda puppet gone, Harvey has taken to the halls of the school with his 'Darth Paper' puppet. There's a possibility that Harvey and Darth are responsible for Dwight's predicament. Tommy and Kellen make another case file, this time to help save Dwight.
Another great middle grades book.
With Dwight and his Yoda puppet gone, Harvey has taken to the halls of the school with his 'Darth Paper' puppet. There's a possibility that Harvey and Darth are responsible for Dwight's predicament. Tommy and Kellen make another case file, this time to help save Dwight.
Another great middle grades book.
This book is wonderful. The cast is loveable, the writing is funny, and this book perfectly captures what it feels like to be in middle school- from the struggle of selling pointless fundraiser tins to getting jealous because your crush went mini-golfing with another guy.
It was very enjoyable, considering I myself am a 7th grader. It was easy to relate to some parts in the book, like people moving lunch tables and desperately needing advice. It was a great book!