Give this to readers of Cleary and Blume and cross your fingers for more. *'Middle-grade readers will sympathize with Clementine's conflicted feelings about her friend and her family, and laugh out loud at her impulsive antics, narrated in a fresh first-person voice and illustrated with plenty of humor. *'Along with humorous bits, Pennypacker seamlessly weaves into the narrative common third-grade themes.Fans of Judy Moody will welcome this portrait of another funny, independent third-grader.'

*'A delightful addition to any beginning chapter-book collection.' Family Magazine's Best Book of the YearĪ 2006 Miami Herald Best Book of the Year Winner of the 2007 Josette Frank Book AwardĪ 2006 School Library Journal Best Book of YearĪ 2006 Publishers Weekly Best Book of the YearĪ 2006 National Parenting Publication Gold Award WinnerĪ 2006 Nick Jr. Winner of 2008 Great Lakes Great Books Award Winner of the 2007 Boston Globe/Horn Book Honor Winner of 2008 William Allen White Children's Book Award Winner of 2008 Rhode Island Children's Book Award D'Matz's once-in-a-lifetime chance, it's worth it - isn't it?

The only solution, she decides, is to hatch a plan to get Mr. And in his place, he's left a substitute with a whole new set of rules that Clementine just can't figure out. D'Matz, might be leaving them for the rest of the year to go on a research trip to Egypt! No other teacher has ever understood her impulsiveness, her itch to draw constantly, or her need to play 'Beat the Clock' when the day feels too long. Perfect for fans of Amelia Bedelia and Ivy + Bean!Ĭlementine can't believe her ears: her beloved teacher, Mr. DMatz might be leaving for the rest of the year to go on a research trip to Egypt. This delightful chapter book series, from the award-winning author of Pax, is a modern classic that has been keeping readers engaged and laughing as they follow the hijinks of Clementine, a clever and quirky third grader who’s the most spectacular friend around. Sara Pennypacker has earned a solid fan base for her energetic Clementine books that feature good humor and clever wordplay.

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