Reviews

The Janitor's Boy by Brian Selznick, Andrew Clements

katdfleming's review against another edition

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.

thebrainlair's review against another edition

4.0

The Janitor's Boy by Andrew Clements (2001)

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 against another edition

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 against another edition

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 against another edition

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 against another edition

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.

bostianh's review against another edition

3.0

Another cute story by Clements with a good lesson in the end.

jselliot's review against another edition

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.