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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1990 · Est. 2 hour read
The Boy Who Owned the School
By Gary Paulsen
Jacob must face his crush while working on the school play's stage crew to pass English.
3.5/5 Goodreads · 359 ratings
96 pages· 14,324 words· Est. 2 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Jacob Freisten, a master of staying unnoticed, must join the stage crew of The Wizard of Oz to pass English. His challenge? Maria Tresser, his crush, plays the Wicked Witch. Can Jacob avoid embarrassment and survive the spotlight, or will his dreams of invisibility crumble under the stage lights? As he navigates the chaos of high school drama, Jacob must confront his fears and find a way to shine, even if it means facing Maria again. Will he succeed, or will his attempts to stay hidden lead to more awkward encounters?
From the publisher
If Jacob Freisten wants to pass English, he must work for extra credit on the stage crew of the school play, The Wizard of Oz. Unfortunately, Maria Tresser, the girl of Jacob’s dreams, is cast as the Wicked Witch, and Jacob can’t help but make a fool of himself in front of her.”A memorably funny yet touching farce.”– “Kirkus Reviews,” pointered review.A Child Study Children’s Book Committee: Children’s Book of the Year.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 96
- Words
- 14,324
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Lexile
- 980L
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