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Middle-schooler Rafe Khachadorian faces his greatest challenge yet as he struggles to complete a weeklong wilderness survival course to prove to his school administrators that he can succeed. The coauthor is Chris Tebbetts. Book #6
Quick Summary
Rafe Khachadorian's latest escapade drops him right into a weeklong wilderness survival course, and it's as chaotic as it sounds think missing backpacks, cryptic camp counselors, and a forest that seems to have it out for him. The humor is classic Rafe: sarcastic, self-deprecating, and full of doodled commentary, but the survival challenges add real tension that keeps pages turning. This one is a hit for kids who love funny, fast-paced reads with short chapters, especially reluctant readers who might otherwise shy away from thicker books. Parents will like that the story balances laughs with lessons about resilience and teamwork without feeling didactic, and there are even a few tips about building shelters or starting fires that might inspire some backyard experimentation. If you're into the Diary of a Wimpy Kid vibe, you'll feel right at home here, but with an adventure twist. By the end, Rafe's journey is both hilarious and oddly heartwarming, making it a solid choice for both classroom read-alouds and quiet reading time.