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mrs_bookdragon's review against another edition
4.0
The concept of following a boy through the first 100 days of 1st grade was so interesting and unique-which is why I chose to read this book. I really loved how the author set up each day, some longer than others, and showed how Harry evolved throughout the story. The ending was simply adorable as well.
aurigae's review against another edition
5.0
I read this book to my 5-year-old son over a number of days, and both of us really enjoyed it. Harry felt like a fully-developed character, with apprehensions and impulses appropriate to his age. The story’s episodic format (it’s divided into chapters and subdivided into a section for each day) made it easy to set down and pick back up. And the story was entertaining and informative for kids just starting school while also gently hinting at broader themes of kindness and friendship.
shighley's review against another edition
4.0
I read this because it has been mentioned on several Mock Newbery lists. While I agree that there is not much of a plot, it does include many things that are important to first graders and primary students. It has several laugh-out loud moments, alludes to some difficulties, but really has no bad adults and makes some good points without being too pointed. I was afraid that Wyatt would become the stereotypical bully, but he did not. Harry's dad fell short at one point, but redeemed himself later. Harry is not perfectly behaved, but he grows. All of the teachers are well-meaning, but I was disappointed that it typecast with Mrs. Tellicherry's "librarian whisper."
The book goes a bit overboard in being politically correct, and is probably too long for a first grader, but it has heart. And, how many first graders (and their families) have agonized over what to bring for the 100th day? Harry has a great solution!
The book goes a bit overboard in being politically correct, and is probably too long for a first grader, but it has heart. And, how many first graders (and their families) have agonized over what to bring for the 100th day? Harry has a great solution!
readingthroughtheages's review against another edition
4.0
Readers will enjoy the familiar setting and plot lines of what happens at school.
It bothered me that a situation had one student continually snapping the waistband of another and threatening to pull down his pants happened repeatedly without an adult ever knowing.
It bothered me that a situation had one student continually snapping the waistband of another and threatening to pull down his pants happened repeatedly without an adult ever knowing.
alissabar's review against another edition
4.0
So cute. I’m just not sure older kids will want to read about a first grader and this seems a little long for emerging readers. Time will tell.
yapha's review against another edition
5.0
What a fantastic chapter book for early elementary school students! Harry is so incredibly relatable with his adjustment to first grade. This book touches on all of the worries that students face when starting a new school year, told in a way to calm fears and let them know they aren't alone. Each of the teachers in the book are fantastic at problem solving, as are Harry's mom and sister. Through their examples, Harry learns how to cope with changes and expectations in the world around him. This would be a great book for first grade teachers to read aloud to their classes, they could even read it on the matching days! It would also be great for rising first graders to read the summer between kindergarten and first grade.
eARC provided by publisher via NetGalley
eARC provided by publisher via NetGalley
katlogbrenn's review against another edition
2.0
This is an accurate depiction of the first grade experience. Kindergarteners or first graders would be the ideal audience for the subject matter. Yet, it is written for a second-third grade reader. The story is too bland for an adult to want to share it with their child. I’m not sure this book could hit the mark for anyone but a kindergartener who reads well beyond their grade level.
mlettus's review against another edition
1.0
Who is this book for? It is to long for a first grader to read, and the kids in the story do not sound like first graders at all. Older kids will not be drawn to it, the cover looks like it is for younger kids. Also, nothing really happens, it's just the same formula every few pages. Something happens Harry doesn't like, a different character helps it see why said thing isn't so bad, and then Harry decides he likes it.
library_kb's review against another edition
hopeful
medium-paced
3.5
I was surprised when I got this book because I was not expecting it to be as big as it was, especially because it takes place in first grade. This will be a great book for advanced early readers or as a read aloud. It follows Harry through the first 100 days of first grade in a really realistic way--with friendship woes, all of the dramas of Storybook Costume day, getting sick at school and so much more. The chapters are short, with lovely full color and full page illustrations throughout.