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A review by lesahreader
I Funny by Chris Grabenstein, James Patterson
4.0
Jamie is dreaming of becoming the funniest kid in the state. Everyday events help him practice and develop material for his routine. His nerdy friends and teachers, humourless stepfamily, super bully step brother, uncle Frankie's diner and its patrons and Cool Girl all contribute as Jamie tries to overcome his fears and win the contest.
Seventy short, extensively illustrated, joke filled chapters keep readers interested in Jamie's quest for the comedic life. Jamie deals with being in a wheelchair in a middle school with laughter and a desire to be treated 'normally'. The ongoing bullying by Stephen Kosgrove (stepbrother) is only partially resolved when Jamie uses put downs as part of his routine and revisits his past.
Recommended: 11 - 14 years
Subject/theme: comedy, bullying, middle school
Seventy short, extensively illustrated, joke filled chapters keep readers interested in Jamie's quest for the comedic life. Jamie deals with being in a wheelchair in a middle school with laughter and a desire to be treated 'normally'. The ongoing bullying by Stephen Kosgrove (stepbrother) is only partially resolved when Jamie uses put downs as part of his routine and revisits his past.
Recommended: 11 - 14 years
Subject/theme: comedy, bullying, middle school