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Description
Arby Jenkins is a middle-grade novel about a sixth-grader who must balance several challenges over a seven-week period. During the story he deals with the pressures of spring baseball, prepares a class oral report on World War II, and tries to understand his enigmatic neighbor, One-Armed Watson. The book is written at a reading level of 4.3 and is targeted at students in grades four through eight. It combines elements of school life, family, and mystery as Arby works toward delivering the graduation Honor Address.
Quick Summary
Arby Jenkins mixes baseball drama, wartime mystery, and quirky neighbor puzzles into a story that keeps readers on their toes. Kids will cheer as Arby navigates spring baseball, delivers a surprising oral report on World War II, and uncovers the secret behind his odd neighbor, all while dealing with the pressure of giving the graduation honor speech. If your kid likes Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Cabin Fever a Wimpy Kid: Cabin Fever Wimpy Kid's blend of humor and school struggles, they'll love Arby Jenkins. It's perfect for kids in grades 4 through 6 who enjoy relatable school dilemmas, light mystery, and a dash of baseball excitement.