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The Best School Year Ever
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Book Brief
176
Novel • Fiction
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School • Contemporary
1994
Middle grade
8-12 years
Super Short Summary
In The Best School Year Ever by Barbara Robinson, a community encounters the Herdman children, who are notorious for their mischievous behavior. Through the lens of one student's perspective, the narrative explores themes of understanding and empathy as individuals in the town navigate challenges and unexpected interactions with the quirky family during the school year.
Humorous
Playful
Heartwarming
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
The Best School Year Ever by Barbara Robinson has been praised for its humor and engaging characters, particularly the unpredictable Herdman siblings who bring chaos and fun to the story. However, some find the antics repetitive and lacking depth. Overall, it's celebrated for providing a lighthearted and entertaining read suitable for younger audiences.
Who Should Read The Best School Year Ever?
A reader who enjoys The Best School Year Ever by Barbara Robinson would likely appreciate humorous and heartwarming tales about mischievous kids, akin to Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney and Sideways Stories from Wayside School by Louis Sachar. Ideal for those who relish lighthearted, school-based adventures.
176
Novel • Fiction
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School • Contemporary
1994
Middle grade
8-12 years
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