Book details
Middle School Misadventures: Dance Disaster (Volume 3)
Description
Newell's perfectly comfortable life is turned upside down when Mrs. Hendricks announces the upcoming school dance (Fart.) and he discovers his dad is dating his math teacher (Double Fart!), forcing Newell to embrace change and grow.At first, Newell is excited when Mrs. Hendricks announces a school dance! The seventh grade dance last year was awesome, and Newell used it to invent his signature move: The Shake and Slide. But when Newell realizes this dance is for the entire school, not just the eighth grade, he starts to stress about his friends coupling up and the dance ultimately breaking up the gang. Things go from bad to worse when Skyler jinxes Newell: he stubs his toe, breaks his arm, and even misses Mr. Todd slip across the cafeteria on a banana peel! And if that wasn't enough, Newell's dad has started dating again...and specifically starts dating Newell's math teacher, Miss Tanner!Newell is on a desperate mission to keep his life from changing too much, will he succeed or embrace the dance of life?Don't miss the rest of the Middle School Misadventures series:Middle School MisadventuresMiddle School Misadventures: Operation Hat Heist
Age
8-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
240 pages
Why to read
- Relatable Themes: 'Middle School Misadventures: Dance Disaster' touches on themes that are highly relatable to middle school readers, such as navigating social situations, dealing with school events, and the challenges of growing up. Reading this book can provide comfort and a sense of understanding for young readers going through similar experiences.
- Entertaining and Humorous: Jason Platt has a knack for writing humor that resonates with a younger audience. The book is filled with funny scenarios and witty dialogue that will keep readers entertained and engaged from start to finish.
- Visual Storytelling: As a graphic novel, 'Middle School Misadventures: Dance Disaster' combines engaging illustrations with the story, making it an excellent choice for visual learners and those who might be less inclined to pick up a traditional novel. The artwork adds an extra layer of enjoyment and helps to bring the characters and their misadventures to life.
- Character Development: The protagonist of the series, Newell, is a character that readers can watch grow and develop over time. In this third volume, readers will see how Newell handles the pressures of a school dance and how he learns from his experiences. This can be inspiring and educational for middle schoolers who are learning to cope with their own personal development.