Realistic Fiction
Ages 6–13
Easy reading level
105 pages
Frindle
by Andrew Clements
5.0
Reviewed by Zara MelwaniSpoiler-free summary
Inventive 5th grader Nick Allen one day decides to take his teacher's lesson literally and make a change. He picks a gibberish word and uses it instead of the word pen. Starting with his friends and his grade, he gets other people to say his new word until a whole word war begins at Lincoln Elementary School: Kids (Nick) vs. Teachers (Mrs. Granger). While Nick was warned about Mrs. Granger before he started fifth grade, he still took his chances with her, and it ended up being a pretty unforgettable year.
Why we loved this book
- Heartfelt
- Witty
- Creative
Favorite quote
“"Like the sunrise, some things just have to happen — and all you can really do is watch." - Mrs. Granger ”
Final recommendation
This is a sweet and inspiring book, a great one for anyone looking for a playful and quick read.