The Flunking of Joshua T. Bates

by Susan Shreve

Overview

In this Knopf Paperback reissue, Joshua is devastated to learn that he must repeat third grade. But he manages to survive the taunts of former classmates, learn something important about himself, and make it through the year with the help of a sympathetic teacher in this "funny, touching, and realistic story."—School Library Journal

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780679841876
Publisher:	Random House Children's Books
Publication date:	04/27/1993
Series:	A Yearling Books Series
Edition description:	REISSUE
Pages:	96
Product dimensions:	5.31(w) x 7.56(h) x 0.30(d)
Lexile:	890L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

About the Author

Susan Shreve is the author of several acclaimed books for young adults and children, including three books about Amanda’s younger brother—Joshua T. Bates.

Editorial Reviews

The humorous trials and tribulations of this put-upon protagonist include having to repeat the third grade, and being chosen best friend by the class dork. Ages 7-11. (June)

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