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Description
Bertie Wiggins is a champion ear wiggler. No one is interested, but Bertie proves them wrong. Oxford Reading Tree Stage 11. TreeTops.
Quick Summary
Bertie Wiggins has a truly ridiculous talent he can wiggle his ears better than anyone, and he's convinced this is his ticket to fame. The problem? Nobody around him seems to care even a little bit, which makes for some genuinely funny moments of embarrassment and determination. This book works really well for kids who are somewhere between early chapter books and longer reads, especially those who appreciate silly humor and enjoy stories about underdogs who refuse to give up. There's a sweet message buried in all the ear-wiggling chaos about staying true to yourself even when nobody else gets it, but it never feels preachy just good-natured fun. Parents will probably end up trying to wiggle their own ears after reading this one, and kids who liked "The Bad Guys" or other funny, quick reads will find a lot to enjoy here. At under 2,000 words it's perfect for a weekend read-aloud or a kid looking for something light but memorable.