Clem Clam the Class Clown

Written by Laurie Keller

A shy student aims to become the class clown after the funniest kid moves away.

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48 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Clem, a quiet student who only finds comfort in his clarinet, dreams of becoming the class clown after the departure of the school's funniest clam, Clarence. Determined to gain popularity and friends, Clem devises a plan to fill Clarence's shoes. But as he steps out of his comfort zone, Clem discovers that his true talents might be closer than he ever imagined. Will Clem achieve the clam-tastic greatness he desires, or will he find something even more valuable along the way?

From the publisher

A hilarious and encouraging school story about an aspiring class clown, from the bestselling and beloved creator of Arnie, the Doughnut. Clem has always been shy and quiet. He only ever feels comfortable making noise when he’s playing his clarinet. Clem wishes he could be carefree and likeable like Clarence, the funniest clam at school. But one day, to his class’s surprise, Clarence moves away. In no time at all Clem hatches a plan to take his place as the class clown so he can gain popularity, friends, and all-around clam-tastic greatness. Can it be done?! Here is Laurie Keller at her very best with an irrepressible character who moves out of his comfort zone to seek class fame. Little does he know his true talents are closer than he thinks!

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