Language: G (0 swears 0 ‘f’); Mature Content: G; Violence: PG (practical jokes - some mean, verbally abusive patent)
BUYING ADVISORY: EL - ADVISABLE
APPEALS TO: SEVERAL
Mr Dwyer’s 5th grade class is boring. Some of the kids call him Do-Nothing Dwyer, because he just doesn’t seem to care. So when the opportunity for a student teacher comes along, there’s hope for everyone - even Mr Dwyer. Through projects, discussions and relationship building, Mr J is just what these kids need.
I loved Because of the Student Teacher. Told in the same format as the Mr Terupt books, the use of seeing the perspective of several students in the class gives the reader great rounded characters without making anyone the main protagonist. I love the message, there were positive adults and those having a hard time, and the kids grew and learned life lessons. It’s been 15 years since I read Mr Terupt and want to read it again now. Buyea cleverly reminded us of plot points without giving away anything, and if the books aren’t still in your library you don’t need to buy the whole series, but kids might be asking for book 1.
The kids default white.
Lisa Librarian
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