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Description
Nine humorous stories such as locked in the loo, kissing a cold, cold, kid, and burning your behind.
Quick Summary
If you've got a kid who loves that slightly cringy, "oh no!" kind of humor, Paul Jennings' collection of nine stories is going to be a hit. Each tale tackles moments every middle grader recognizes getting stuck somewhere embarrassing, accidentally doing something ridiculous in front of classmates, or landing in a situation that spirals hilariously out of control. The stories are short enough that reluctant readers can power through one at a time, but funny enough that they'll keep grabbing for "just one more." There's nothing mean-spirited here; it's the kind of humor that makes kids feel better about their own awkward moments. Parents will appreciate that the tone stays light and age-appropriate while still feeling genuinely silly. If your kiddevours books like *Diary of a Wimpy Kid* or the *Dog Man* series, this is a great next step with that same quick-witted, laugh-out-loud energy.