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Clementine's classmate Waylon, "the scienciest kid in the whole school" becomes the protagonist in this sweet and funny story of 4th grade friends and enemies and scientific (and personal) discoveries. Waylon is worried - Arlo, the most popular kid in school - is forming a team, and he isn't sure if he wants Waylon to be on it. But if Waylon isn't chosen for the Shark-Punchers (!) then he'll have to be on The Others. But what if they don't want him either? Lots of kids think he's weird because o
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Never fear those mourning the end of CLEMENTINE. WAYLON continues the tradition of elegant plotting, engaging and genuine characters, giggle worthy situations, and that superb emotional attachment that is the Pennypacker signature.
Grades 2-4. Waylon is a thoughtful boy who loves science and makes connections. Fourth grade has been a tough year. The kids in his class are dividing into groups and he is stuck in the middle. His older sister is distancing herself from the family at a time when he needs her more than ever. A tough kid, Baxter, is back at school. Everyone knows he's been in jail, knows how to pick locks and has studied the most infamous criminals. But Waylon is resourceful and has everything he needs to fix thi
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Waylon loves science and is just starting 4th grade. Unfortunately 4th grade is turning out to be harder than he expected. Arlo, King of the fourth grade had separated the boys into two groups and Waylon doesn't seem to be in either. To make things worse bad boy Baxter has just moved in. Waylon figures out a way to navigate, 4th grade, friend troubles and have it all turn out awesome.
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Fans of Sara Pennypacker's Clementine books will enjoy this story about her classmate Waylon- "the scienciest kid in the whole school" This was a sweet 4th grade story about fitting in,being your self and dealing with typical issues in families (his sister turns into a reclusive black haired teenager who constantly says, "What's the point") I really enjoyed it, and I appreciate how Pennypacker has a strong sense of family in her stories.
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Thoughtful book about a boys year trying to find a place and friends, lovely text and supportive illustrations. The male version of Pennypacker's Clementine
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The plot seemed very scattered to me. Loved that Clementine and other familiar characters were there.
Not quite as funny as Clementine, but still solid and completely enjoyable. I loved the subplots with the dog and his sister - Pennypacker always does great family relationships.
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