Andrew clements books, author biography, and reading level. It works on so many levels it addresses trendy issues like the unrealistic focus on fame in. More than 10 million copies of his books have been sold, and he was nominated for a multitude of state awards, including two christopher awards. Andrew clements 19492019 was the author of the enormously popular frindle. Parents need to know that about average, by bestselling childrens author andrew clements frindle, deals. Extra credit by andrew clements, mark elliott, paperback. His debut novel frindle won annual book awards determined by the vote of u. The publisher asked me to write more stories about kids and teachers and school, and i did. Granger, the scariest teacher at lincoln elementary school. Childrens authorsandrew clements wikibooks, open books. Frindle by andrew clements, brian selznick, paperback. Jordan feels doomed to a life of wallowing in the vast, soggy middle. A girl challenges herself to become extraordinary in the latest from bestselling author andrew clements. She sees evidence everywhere on tv, in magazines, and even in her classroom.
Andrew clements delivers a pitchperfect novel for elementaryaged readers here. He taught creative writing to high school students at a summer workshop. Louis sachar pronounced sacker, born march 20, 1954, is an american author of childrens books. Buy a cheap copy of about average book by andrew clements. Set preferences and get age appropriate recommendations with. He has written a few series, including the pets to the rescue series, the jake drake series and more.
Andrew anzur clements books andrew anzur clement average rating. More than ten million copies of his books have been sold, and he has been nominated for and won a multitude of master lists and state awards, including two. Andrew clementss books andrew clements average rating. More than 10 million copies of his books have been sold, and he has been. Andrew clements is the author of more than eighty books for young readers, including the two millioncopy bestseller frindle, which was nominated for thirtyeight state and regional awards, and went on to win nineteen of them, including the christopher award. About average by andrew clements readaloud revival. Andrew clements school stories by andrew clements boxed.
See all books authored by andrew clements, including frindle, and no talking, and more on. Since 1985, over 80 of his books have been published. Andrew clements may 29, 1949 november 28, 2019 was an american writer of many childrens books. Frindle by andrew clements tells the story of fifth grader, nick allen, a classroom cutup, facing one of the greatest challenges of his young life. Created by recorded books listen to the recording 02. This collection of titles from author andrew clements was hand selected to provide you with the best books at the best prices. The perspectives of teachers and other authority figures are presented along with the students in a respectful, reflective manner. From awardwinning author andrew clements, here is a novel full of adventure, romance, and mystery, which at its heart is about trustingeven things we know but cannot see. Granger is known for being tough, but nick thinks hes up to the challenge. Books by andrew clements andrew clements average rating 3. Great lakes great books award honor book 2001 grades 45 united states great stone face award winner 1998 new hampshire massachusetts childrens book award winner 1999 massachusetts.
Shes ordinary for her school, for her town, for even the whole wide world, it seems. See more ideas about andrew clements, frindle and book study. She sees evidence everywhere on tv, in movies and magazines, and even in the email blasts that fill her inbox. Andrew clements more than 10 million copies of his books have been sold, and he was nominated for a multitude of state awards, including two christopher awards and an edgar award.
Andrew clements is the author of more than eighty books for young readers, including the enormously popular frindle. By the end of the year, she will discover her great talent. This book is most appropriate for 5th graders, very relatable and a great endoftheyear book. Twins jay and ray are a lot of fun to read about, and are wellrounded characters. Ten of andrew clementss most beloved and bestselling school stories are now available as a boxed set, perfect for collecting or giving as gifts.
With a daughter that is at an age where you worry how they are fitting in and a society. I use andrew clements books extensively in literature circle groups with my students, as his novels provoke a great deal of discussion from my students. I think one reason these books have been popular is that school is where we spend a lot of hours during important years of our lives. Andrew clements was born may 29, 1949 in camden, new jersey. Do companies or community organizations ever use your school for promoting products or services. The bestselling author of frindle shows that with a little kindness, it can. About average by andrew clements, mark elliott kirkus.
Andrew clements author of the best seller, frindle. The parents are maybe a bit 2dimensional, but they are relatively minor to the story. Andrew clements was born in camden, new jersey in 1949. By the end of the year, she will no longer be average. Sturdy characters, a sincere sense of humor and an unexpected twist or two are all important to the story, and the references sprinkled in to pop culture are refreshing and not as prone to. See more ideas about andrew clements, frindle and author studies. About average by andrew clements hardcover book the. Set preferences and get ageappropriate recommendations with. Maxwell in a week in the woods, clements says that i guess at heart im still a teacher. Appropriate titles of equal value may be substituted if any of the listed titles are unavailable at shipping time.
First, let me say that andrew clements is a fabulous author who writes touching, engaging stories filling a great need for midlevel chapter books, especially ones that appeal to boys. Frindle by andrew clements, brian selznick, paperback barnes. He passed away at the age of 70 on november 28, 2019. Above average andrew clements novel study reading comprehension journal from mcmarie on. Andrew clements is an american author who writes childrens books. No talking by andrew clements, mark elliott, paperback.
He began his writing as a senior high school student in springfield high school. It works on so many levels it addresses trendy issues like the unrealistic focus on fame. His popular works include about average, troublemaker, extra credit, lost and. Andrew clements books list of books by author andrew. More than 10 million copies of his books have been sold, and he was nominated for a multitude of state awards, including two christopher awards and an edgar award. I think lost and found just edged out frindle as my favorite andrew clements book. His popular works include about average, troublemaker, extra credit, lost and found, no talking, room one, lunch money, and more. As a former teacher of fourth graders and a father of four boys, clements is very familiar with kids lives. The paperback of the frindle by andrew clements, brian selznick at barnes. Powered by create your own unique website with customizable templates. Accordingly, i had high hopes for about average, but it did not pan out. Whether you need a classic kids book or classroomproven teaching materials, discover it at. Visit scholastic, the worlds largest childrens book publisher.
Inscribed, signed, and dated by the author on the title page. Frindle by andrew clements tells the story of fifth grader, nick allen. In june 2015 it was named the phoenix award winner for 2016 as the best book that did not win a major award when it was published in 1996. See more ideas about andrew clements, author studies and author. He lived in oaklyn and chery hill until he was in sixth grade when together with his family, they relocated to springfield, illinois. Andrew clements believes good books make good things happen in real life. I have read 14 books by andrew clements in the last 8 months.
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