Dogs Don't Tell Jokes
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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 · 2,618 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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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.8
F&P level
~N
AR points
5
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
18761
Publication
Published
August 11, 1992
First published
September 3, 1991
Publisher
Yearling
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780679833727

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