Saving Mr. Terupt

Saving Mr. Terupt

<b>"An exciting story about what really matters, <i>Saving Mr. Terupt</i> is warm, wise, and packed with hope."--JOAN BAUER, Newbery Honor Winner<br><br><b>The kids and their favorite teacher from </b><i>Because of Mr. Terupt</i><b> and </b><i>Mr. Terupt Falls Again</i><b> return for a third book in the funny, warmhearted series for fans of </b><i>Wonder</i><b>.</b><br> </b><br> <i>Seventh grade was going to be awesome. The only thing missing was Mr. Terupt.<br></i><br>The kids from Mr. Terupt€s fifth- and sixth-grade classes are entering their first year of junior high school. There€s a lot to be excited about, but there are new challenges, too. <b>Peter</b> and <b>Jeffrey</b> face tough competition on their wrestling team. <b>Alexia</b> has a disastrous first day of school, and that€s only the beginning. <b>Anna</b> is desperate for Charlie to propose to her mother€"what is he waiting for?! <b>Danielle</b> isn€t feeling so well, but she's trying to tough it out, like Grandma. Trouble with a bully makes <b>Luke</b> dread going to school for the first time ever.<b> </b>And<b> Jessica</b> is waiting anxiously for an acceptance to a theater retreat in New York City.<b> </b><br>     Everyone is missing Mr. Terupt. When a fight threatens to break up the group forever, they think their favorite teacher is the only one who can help them. But the kids soon find out that it€s Mr. Terupt who needs saving.<br> <b> </b><br> This novel includes extra content in the back of the book. Readers will find a Junior High Survival Guide with tips from the old gang!<br>  <br>"Buyea has a knack for making his character€s voices distinct. This offering will resonate with tween audiences seeking <b>realistic </b>stories with <b>multifaceted </b>characters. Fans of the €œTerupt€ novels will cheer as the Snow Hill crowd enters seventh grade, though this latest volume will also appeal to newcomers to the series."--<i><b>School Library Journal</b></i><br><br>"This third in the series [is] <b>as easy for new readers to pick up as it is for returning fans</b>. A warmly gracious invitation to a <b>convincing middle school world</b>."--<i><b>Kirkus Reviews</b></i> <br><br>"The <b>individual personalities and abilities</b> of Buyea€s characters emerge through their narratives as they tell about their interests and feelings, including moves <b>from friendships to budding romantic relationships</b>. Danielle€s narrative includes a scientific explanation of diabetes type one and her courageous attitude in learning how to manage her health. This is an <b>engaging read with broad appeal</b>.--<b><i>VOYA</i>, Recommended</b>