by Mary Ann Rodman (Author), Beth Spiegel (Illustrator)
This back-to-school tale is a humorous and relatable read for rising first graders and young children facing new experiences.
It's the first day of school, and Hayley is excited. Things are different now. She's a first grader!
Hayley quickly finds out that first grade is different from kindergarten, but in all the wrong ways. The classroom isn't as bright and colorful. Ms. Gray doesn't seem to smile as much as her kindergarten teacher did, and there isn't enough time to play outside. Finally, Hayley has had enough. "First grade stinks!" she shouts. And fortunately, her compassionate teacher completely understands.
Young readers will immediately empathize with Hayley as she struggles to find enthusiasm for her new school year.
Author Biography
Mary Ann Rodman is a former school media specialist and the author of picture books and middle grade novels. She has received both the Ezra Jack Keats Award for Outstanding New Picture Book Writer and the Charlotte Zolotow Award. She lives in Georgia.
Beth Spiegel has edited award-winning documentary programs for television and directed animated films that have received several international awards. She lives in California.
Number of Pages: 32
Dimensions: 0.13 x 10.27 x 9.06 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: September 02, 2008
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: First Grade Stinks!
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 2.3
Point Value: 0.5
