Crash
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 1996 · Est. 4.5 hour read

Crash

By Jerry Spinelli

A bully's world unravels, revealing unexpected truths and challenges stereotypes.

3.8/5 Goodreads · 13,369 ratings
176 pages· 31,673 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
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Bookroo's summary

Seventh-grader Crash Coogan, a self-assured jock, has always bulldozed through life, especially targeting Penn Webb, the quirky kid next door. But as Crash's world shifts, he faces surprising revelations about friendship and identity. Can he change his ways, or will he remain trapped in his own bravado? Discover the unexpected journey behind the bully's facade.

From the publisher

Take a look behind the bully in this modern classic from Newbery medalist Jerry Spinelli that packs a punch. And don’t miss the highly anticipated new novel, Dead Wednesday. Cocky seventh-grade super-jock Crash Coogan got his nickname the day he used his first football helmet to knock his cousin Bridget flat on her backside. And he has been running over people ever since, especially Penn Webb, the dweeby, vegetarian Quaker kid who lives down the block. Through the eyes of Crash, readers get a rare glimpse into the life of a bully in this unforgettable and beloved story about stereotypes and the surprises life can bring. “Readers will devour this humorous glimpse of what jocks are made of.” –School Library Journal, starred review

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
176
Words
31,673
Reading age
10–99+
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
HL560L
Themes & topics
Books about identityBooks about bulliesBooks about growing upBooks about childhoodBooks about change
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.6
F&P level
~N
Scholastic level
V
AR points
4
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
14993
Publication
Published
March 18, 1997
First published
March 19, 1996
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780679885504

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