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Description
It's time for Ick and Crud to start school. But who is really learning the lessons? Bob, or the boys? Book #5
Quick Summary
If your kid loves goofy, gross-out humor and stories where the kids turn the tables on the adults, "First Day of School" from the Ick and Crud series is a quick, funny pick that captures the chaos of the first day back. The tale follows two bumbling buddies who head to school convinced they'll teach the teacher a thing or two, but quickly find themselves in a series of mishaps that end up teaching them and even the principal some unexpected lessons about listening and friendship. It's perfect for early readers in K-3 who enjoy short, light-hearted chapters and kids who get a kick out of mischief, especially reluctant readers looking for something that won't feel like a chore to finish. Parents will appreciate that the story stays silly without being too scary or preachy, and the whole book wraps up in just a handful of pages, making it a great bedtime read or a confidence-builder for kids just starting chapter books. If your child laughed their way through "The Bad Guys" or liked the school-day mishaps in "Junie B. Jones," this one will feel right at home.