Albie has always been an 'almost'. No matter how hard he tries his work is only ever almost good enough. So he wasn't surprised when he found out that he was only almost good enough for his private school and he had to leave it for a public one. That means no more school with his best friend, one in a set of two triplets whose family is now starring in their own reality TV show. But Albie is starting to make new friends at his new school and they have a special math club there that is way better than sitting through regular math class. Perhaps this new school year will be better after all. Or perhaps it will just turn out to be another 'almost.'
I love how heartfelt this novel is without ever becoming saccharine (unless you count all the doughnut references.) The book is full of great characters, memorable small moments, and valuable life lessons. If you're looking for a realistic school story, this is an excellent choice.
Erica's picks
3rd - 5th grade
Tags: Character Driven, Contemporary Fiction, Family Life, Friendship, School Stories
I love how heartfelt this novel is without ever becoming saccharine (unless you count all the doughnut references.) The book is full of great characters, memorable small moments, and valuable life lessons. If you're looking for a realistic school story, this is an excellent choice.
Erica's picks
3rd - 5th grade
Tags: Character Driven, Contemporary Fiction, Family Life, Friendship, School Stories
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