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Sideways Stories from Wayside School
Ages 7–11 · 1978
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1991 · Est. 4.5 hour read
Dogs Don't Tell Jokes
Written by Louis Sachar
Book #2 in the Someday Angeline series
A young comedian's big break turns into chaos at the school talent show.
3.8 Goodreads · 2,615 ratings
240 pages· 32,381 words· Est. 4.5 hour read· 560L
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Bookroo's summary
Gary Boone dreams of being a comedian, but his classmates see him as a goon. With the school talent show approaching, Gary is determined to prove them wrong and win the $100 prize. As he perfects his routine, an unexpected twist threatens to turn his performance into a comedic disaster. Will Gary's dream end in laughter or embarrassment? Discover the hilarious journey of a boy chasing his comedic destiny.
From the publisher
Twelve-year-old jokester Gary Boone knows he was born to be a comedian, it’sthe kids in his class who think he’s just a goon. Winning the school talentshow would be Gary’s dream come true, but on the big night his dream nearlybackfires–with hilarious results. “With its strong, realisticcharacterization, Sachar’s gracefully told story will please his longtime fansand gain him new followers as well”– “Publishers Weekly.”An IRA/CBC Children’s Choice.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 240
- Words
- 32,381
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Lexile
- 560L
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