The Boy Who Owned the School
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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.
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Gary Paulsen is one of the most honored writers of contemporary literature for young readers, author of three Newbery Honor titles, Dogsong, Hatchet, and The Winter Room. He has written over 100 books for adults and young readers. He divides his time among Alaska, New Mexico, Minnesota, and the Pacific.
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Book Details
- ISBN
- 9780440405245
- Publication Date
- October 1, 1991
- Publisher
- Yearling
- Original Publication Date
- January 1, 1990
- Page Count
- 96
- Word Count
- 14324
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Reading Age
- 8 - 12 years
- Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
- 89023048
- WorldCat Number (OCLC)
- 24852395
- Lexile® Level
- 980L
- Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
- ~W
- ATOS® Book Level
- 5.5
- Accelerated Reader® Points
- 2
- Accelerated Reader Quiz
- 6305
- Accelerated Reader Interest Level
- MG
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