Language: PG (2 swears, 0 F); Mature Content: G Violence: G
BUYING ADVISORY: EL, MS - ADVISABLE
APPEALS TO: SEVERAL
Tyler is beginning 7th grade. As he does, he realizes he is bigger than his friends. To compensate, he changes last in P.E. and is first in and out of the pool. His friends are bullies, and Tyler goes along to fit in. Though he is afraid of being made fun of, he is sometimes cruel to others. Tyler's dad has the family eating more healthy and dieting, though they don't seem to be getting any more fit.
Based on the author's experiences, Tyler's experiences are cringey. The bullying makes me sad. This may be a good book to show that being funny sometimes comes at a cost to others. Tyler discovers how to be comfortable with himself and not worry so much about what others think, which is a good message for middle school readers. The art is colorful and adds to the story, which is a fast read. Tyler is white.
Michelle in the Middle
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