Title: Smile
Author: Raina Telgemeier
Illustrator: Raina Telgemeier
Publisher: Scholastic/Graphix
Publication Date: February 1, 2010
ISBN: 978-0-545-13205-3
Summary: This is a popular book amongst fourth graders about a girl named Raina who wants nothing more but to be a normal sixth grader. One night after a girl scouts, she trips and falls and severely injures her front teeth. Raina is then faced with many other challenges along the way. Sixth grade was already tough for Raina and having her front tooth missing, make middle school even harder.
Personal Statement: I personally enjoyed this book, mainly because of the humor associated with the book. I think that a majority of middle school students can relate to this book because it has so many topics that relate to a typically middle school student, such as family, transitioning from a child to a teenager, bullying, etc. Although this book is geared towards middle school students, I have seen fourth graders read this book and enjoy it.
Rate: 5 out of 5
Ricardo,
ReplyDeleteI read this book awhile ago. I cannot remember, is this autobiographical? I know the author has gone on to write several more graphic novels.
Dr. Blamey,
ReplyDeleteParts of the book has to deal with the authors own life, which is one of the reason why I picked this book! I also have seen many 4th graders read this book and have always wondered why.