Overview
At last, it's Jasper John Dooley's turn to be Star of the Week at school. Unfortunately, nothing turns out as planned. His Show and Tell falls flat. A new baby at his friend Ori's house steals his spotlight. And worst of all, the new baby has only-child Jasper wondering if his own family is too small. When Jasper decides to build himself a brother (named Earl) out of wood, Earl's schoolyard shenanigans send Jasper to the principal's office! But with a little help from family and friends, things turn around for Jasper. And by the time Friday arrives, he is once again sure that he has what it takes to be a star. Jasper John Dooley: Star Of The Week is the first in a series of chapter books featuring a charismatic and funny central character. An only child with active, loving parents (and a most impressive lint collection), Jasper John Dooley is a true original. AGES: 7-10 AUTHOR: Caroline first began writing for adults. When her son was five, she wrote some simple stories based on the adventures they shared. Eventually these stories became her first children's book - and she hasn't stopped yet. ALL JASPER JOHN TITLES 9781554535781 Jasper John Dooley: Star of the Week HB 9781771381192 Jasper John Dooley: Star of the Week PB 9781554538034 Jasper John Dooley: NOT in Love HB
Full Product Details
Author: Caroline Adderson ,
Ben Clanton
Publisher: Kids Can Press
Imprint: Kids Can Press
Volume: 01
ISBN: 9781554535781
ISBN 10: 1554535786
Pages: 127
Publication Date: 01 February 2013
Recommended Age: From 7 to 10 years
Audience:
Children/juvenile
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Children / Juvenile
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
Readers will identify with many of Jasper's comical, age-appropriate issues as he navigates the sometimes confusing complications of early primary school.--Kirkus Reviews This first title in a transitional chapter book series introduces an enthusiastic boy full of creativity and everyday concerns.--School Library Journal This well-written, funny, and engaging story is a promising start to a new chapter-book series ...--Booklist ... a work of genius ... it has a playful sparkle that makes it truly exceptional.--The Toronto Star
Readers will identify with many of Jasper's comical, age-appropriate issues as he navigates the sometimes confusing complications of early primary school. Kirkus Reviews
Author Information
Caroline Adderson lives in Vancouver, British Columbia, with her husband, her dog and the son who lied to her when he said he would always be seven.Ben Clanton is an up-and-coming author-illustrator from Seattle who describes himself as a ?story scribbler, picture squiggler, book aficionado, child advocate, dragon tamer and avid sock wearer.? Vote for Me! is the first book he has both written and illustrated.
