Einstein the Class Hamster and the Very Real Game Show (Einstein the Class Hamster #2)
by Janet Tashjian (Author) Jake Tashjian (Illustrator)
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Gr 1-3--There are few aspects to school life quite as "aw-"-inspiring as the class pet, and they don't come cuter--or smarter--than Einstein the hamster, whose trivia knowledge (and ability to communicate his expertise to student Ned) has landed Ms. Moreno's class on a game show. Simple text, broken up by wacky, energetic drawings and sections revealing fascinating factoids from the aptly named Einstein, will hook kids and build their confidence and reading skills.
Copyright 2014 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.Review quotes
"Cute, pop-eyed cartoon illustrations add to the book's sense of silliness . . . This early chapter book contains an enticing mix of information and fun that is sure to please." —Booklist
"Jake Tashjian's manic, kid-scrawled spot illustrations have an energy that matches Einstein's, and there's an abundance of humor (generally goofy or gross-out) in both his artwork and in Janet Tashjian's writing." —Publishers Weekly
"Give this to kids who think they don't like reading. It might change their minds." —Booklist, starred review on 'My Life as a Book'
"A kinder, gentler Wimpy Kid with all the fun and more plot." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review on 'My Life as a Book'
"Sure to engage fans of Jeff Kinney's 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' books as well as those looking for a spunky, contemporary boy with a mystery to solve." —School Library Journal on 'My Life as a Book'
"Another fun, emotionally resonant read for the Wimpy Kid set and beyond." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review on 'My Life as a Stuntboy'
"A fast-moving plot and relatable protagonist make this stand-alone sequel a good choice for boys who, like Derek, would rather reach for a TV remote or game controller than a book." —School Library Journal on 'My Life as a Stuntboy'
"Fans of the first will be utterly delighted by this sequel and anxious to see what [Derek] will turn up as next." —The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books on 'My Life as a Stuntboy'
"This is a great package for kids, especially those like Derek who don't think they like to read." —Booklist on 'My Life as a Stuntboy'
Janet Tashjian is a middle-grade and young adult novelist who's been writing books for children for over two decades. Her first novel Tru Confessions was made into a critically acclaimed Disney TV movie starring Clara Bryant and Shia LaBeouf. The Gospel According to Larry series is a cult favorite and Fault Line is taught in many middle and high schools. Her bestselling My Life As a Book series is illustrated by her son, Jake. They also collaborated on the Einstein the Class Hamster series.
Janet collaborated with fellow Macmillan author Laurie Keller on the chapter book series Marty Frye, Private Eye. Janet currently lives in Los Angeles and made her new home city the setting of the Sticker Girl series, which details the adventures of Martina who overcomes being shy with the help of her magical stickers that come to life.JUV002180 - Juvenile Fiction | Animals | Mice, Hamsters, Guinea Pigs, etc.
JUV035000 - Juvenile Fiction | School & Education
JUV045000 - Juvenile Fiction | Readers | Chapter Books
JUV031050 - Juvenile Fiction | Performing Arts | Television & Radio
