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Quiet Zane isn't like the other ninja. His weird humor sometimes gets him in trouble with Cole, Kay, and Kai, especially when he leads the ninja into a mission that ends in the destruction of their home in Sensei Wu's monastery. Reader #5
Quick Summary
If your kid loves ninjas and doesn't mind a character who's a little clumsy when it comes to following the rules, Zane is a great companion. The story follows a group of ninjas including the giggly, trouble-making Zane on a mission that accidentally goes sideways and leads to some serious destruction at their home. The humor is silly and kid-friendly, and at just 1,400 words it's a quick read that won't overwhelm beginning readers or reluctant book-holders. It's perfect for fans of the LEGO Ninjago series, since it has that same mix of action and comedy, and kids who enjoy books like "The Bad Guys" will probably get a kick out of Zane's misadventures. Parents will appreciate that while there's a bit of danger and chaos, the tone stays lighthearted and the focus is on teamwork and learning from mistakes.