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Description
Danny Thompson and his friends Corky and Taffy navigate the challenges of starting high school, where they encounter both fun times and scary situations. The book follows Danny as he experiences typical teenage experiences like school camp, babysitting a cross-eyed cat, and helping to toilet-train his little sister Bub Tub. This collection of stories depicts the ups and downs of middle school life through the eyes of Danny and his friends, including his secret crush on Mandy Miller.
Quick Summary
With a title that perfectly captures the mix of humor and nervousness kids feel starting high school, this book uses clever wordplay to turn everyday school anxieties into something unexpectedly hilarious. Readers will root for Danny, Corky, and Taffy as they deal with changing friendships, embarrassing moments, and all the awkward drama that comes with growing up, delivered in a way that feels like reading your best friend's diary. If your kid loves the relatable school humor and heart of "Diary of a Minecraft Creeper: Silent but Deadly a Minecraft Creeper: Silent but Deadly Wimpy Kid" or "Wonder," they'll immediately connect with this story. Perfect for kids in grades 4 through 8 who are navigating or about to navigate the wild world of middle and high school.