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The Talented Clementine by Sara Pennypacker

danoreading's review

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5.0

These books are so, so funny. I love that Clementine's observations are both true and age-appropriate. (As in when she notes that her teacher ignoring her is "Inconsiderate when a kid does it, but Getting On With The Day when an adult does it"). Love it.

sloth249's review

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fast-paced

4.5

bangalee57's review

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4.0

Delightful

dmfsharp's review

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funny lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

sparklethenpop's review

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5.0

She makes us laugh out loud every time! And she lives in Boston!

abbielarchibald's review

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4.0

Third grade LOVES Clementine!

amibunk's review

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4.0

As fun as the first book. I like how there is a gentle life lesson imparted in the mildest, low key manner with a huge dose of humor and cuteness. Clementine reminds me of a slightly older Junie B. Jones.

situationnormal's review

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4.0

The Clementine books are so well-written and adorable it's hard not to love them. They're sort of like Ramona-lite, because Clementine is so similar to my favorite spunky character, but her books are much shorter. I love Clementine's parents, too.

These books would be great as a nightly read-along for younger children, or as independent reading for 2nd-3rd graders.

dianametzger's review

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5.0

Read to Isabel: I just adore these books. Clementine is funny without being cloying and I love the way the adults talk to her—with respect and amusement. I feel like this series doesn’t get its due; it’s SO much better than that painful Junie B Jones that’s in “kid speak” (i.e. bad grammar and just obnoxious). Clementine is curious without being a brat.

hellasmella's review

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5.0

Great wholesome story for a 4-7 year old audience.