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Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing
by Judy Blume
Published
April 5, 2007
Pages
120 pages
Language
English
Publisher
Puffin Books
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$8.99
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$11.79
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About This Book
Celebrate 50 years of Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing ! The #1 New York Times bestselling author's first book in her classic Fudge series. Two is a crowd when Peter and his little brother, Fudge, are in the same room.
Grown-ups think Fudge is absolutely adorable, but Peter and his pet turtle, Dribble, know the truth. From throwing temper tantrums to smearing mashed potatoes on the wall, Fudge causes mischief wherever he goes! “As a kid, Judy Blume was my favorite author, and Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing was my favorite book.”—Jeff Kinney, author of the bestselling Wimpy Kid series Love Fudge, Peter, and Sheila?
Read all these books featuring your favorite characters: Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great Superfudge Fudge-a-Mania Double Fudge
Introduction
Peter Hatcher is just an ordinary fourth grader dealing with everyday challenges of school and friendships. However, his life is anything but ordinary thanks to his little brother, Fudge. This lively and engaging story, crafted by the beloved author Judy Blume, captures the humorous yet sometimes exasperating dynamics of sibling relationships.
Beyond just laughter, the story provides a warm yet realistic portrayal of family life, striking a chord with readers, young and old.
Key Takeaways
Peter navigates the trials of having an unpredictable younger brother balancing patience with frustration. Humor and honesty reveal the ups and downs of family life. Judy Blume's storytelling immerses readers in childhood's relatable challenges.
Detailed Description
In "Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing Peter Hatcher finds himself navigating the daily antics of his younger brother Fudge. Fudge\'s unpredictable behavior and the chaos he creates often test Peter\'s patience. From throwing tantrums in public places to ruining school projects Fudge\'s actions bring humor and frustration.
Peter\'s attempts to manage Fudge serve as the backbone of this engaging tale. The story takes readers through various mishaps led by Fudge all under Peter's observant and oftentimes exasperated watch. With each chapter we see how Fudge's troublesome nature impacts the Hatcher family.
Peter's candid observations and witty narration enrich the book's comedy making it an endearing read for children and adults alike. Blume effectively captures the essence of a child's voice creating a narrative that is both authentic and relatable. Despite Fudge's antics there's a genuine depiction of sibling love and family unity within the chaos.
Peter’s journey emphasizes growth learning to see beyond moments of irritation and appreciating family. As the antics unfold readers are offered insights into childhood misunderstandings and the importance of communication within a family. Blume\'s skillful blend of humor and heart ensures "Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing" remains a timeless classic.
Standout Features
Judy Blume's storytelling shines through with its authenticity and humor making readers relate instantly to the ups and downs of family life The portrayal of ordinary situations infused with humor makes it both engaging and insightful The dynamic between Peter and his brother Fudge is both hysterical and touching Their interactions are depicted so genuinely that readers are drawn into their world witnessing the challenges unique to sibling relationships Blume's attention to detail and ability to capture the honest thoughts of a fourth grader contribute to this book's enduring charm Her skill in portraying childhood experiences with humor and genuine emotion makes this story stand out.
Book Details
0142408816
978-0142408810
7.8 x 5 x 0.5 inches
2.31 pounds
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Customer Reviews
Cute storie for kids
Very nice book if your child is getting ready for 4th grade
He is loving this book.
It is a required read for the summer and he is thoroughly enjoying.
Reading list book
My soon to be 4th grader is loving the book
Nice
Reads well
great price
This is a great read for a fourth-grader. It is the first book in the "Fudge" series. I recommend it for kids who are reading at a fourth-grade level.
It's never too late in the game for "Fudge"!
My brother and I are "Irish Twins", so we were in the same grade throughout our whole school career. He got all of the awesome, tenured teachers, whose students loved them so much that they still continued to visit them well into their middle and high school years; their classrooms had epic decor themes like "under the sea" or "summer fun." I was a straggler kid, looking in from the outside and always longing for what he had. My assortment of teachers were either (a) fresh out of college and trying experimental forms of teaching (ugh), (b) had extreme chips on their shoulders and were organizing unions to stick it to the man, or (c) filing for divorce. This equated to bare walls and zero pizza parties. The agony! Worst yet, we didn't read any of the cool books all the other classes were reading! I remember getting sick and tired of hearing of this baby named "Fudge" (of all the crazy names), and all the trouble that he got into, from some friends in other classes. So now, all these years later, I finally understand what all the hype was about, and for once it wasn't overstated. I LOVED Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing! Peter Hatcher, the 9-year-old protagonist, has a pretty great setup. He lives in New York City, close to Central Park, he's loving his 4th grade class, has nice friends...except his 2-year-old little brother, Fudge, keeps ruining things. He's a the cutest little monster you ever saw. I would have loved to have read this as a child, especially when my little sister came into the world when I was 8. I didn't like her. She was a cutie, but she just disrupted everything. I felt like no one understood where I was coming from, least of all my parents, who could see no wrong in anything that she did. That's the beauty of this book, because while it is hilarious and cute, it's not patronizing and adult. I love the relationship Peter has with his mom--she's a bit of a sarcastic wit, and I like that. One thing that made me laugh was when Peter was describing how cautious he had to be about walking in Central Park alone because of muggers and dope pushers. I thought to myself, this is not the NYC of You've Got Mail. This is the NYC of Klute in 1972! I will definitely be continuing with the series, and very soon.
A great read!
My seven year old grandson!
My son enjoyed it! Recommend!
Bought this book for my son and he couldn't put it down! He hadn't finished it yet before he was asking if there was a sequel to it! The book is great, but may have a few words that are a bit harder to pronounce. That, of course, will vary between child/individual. Overall, great book with interesting plot!
