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Tales Of A Fourth Grade Nothing (Hardcover)

by Judy Blume (Author) "I won Dribble at Jimmy Fargo's birthday party ..." (more)
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Passed on from babysitters to their young charges, from big sisters to little brothers, and from parents to children, Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing and its cousins (Superfudge, Fudge-a-mania, and Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great) have entertained children since they first appeared in the early 1970s. The books follow Peter Hatcher, his little brother Fudgie, baby sister Tootsie, their neighbor Sheila Tubman, various pets, and minor characters through New York City and on treks to suburbs and camps.

Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing is the first of these entertaining yarns. Peter, because he's the oldest, must deal with Fudgie's disgusting cuteness, his constant meddling with Peter's stuff, and other grave offenses, one of which is almost too much to bear. All these incidents are presented with the unfailing ear and big-hearted humor of the masterful Judy Blume. Though some of her books for older kids have aroused controversy, the Hatcher brothers and their adventures remain above the fray, where they belong. (Peter's in fourth grade, so the book is suitable for kids ages 8 and older.) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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It should be true that the author is the best narrator of his/her own work, and Blume more than fulfills this expectation. In a children's title, it's especially grand if the reader can capture all of the bratty, sweet and simple nuances of the little characters. Blume is great as the parents, pretentious boss and older brother, and she outdoes herself with 3-year-old Fudge. She throws the perfect temper tantrum and cajoles adults with the best of them. All listeners, regardless of age, can identify with the exasperation of the older child who's often called upon to parent. An added feature of this series is several other Fudge stories, each deftly read by Blume. A particularly fun listen for parents and kids at bedtime. S.G.B. (c)AudioFile, Portland, Maine --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Classic, April 14 2004
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This review is from: Tales Of A Fourth Grade Nothing (Paperback)
This was the first book that I can remember ever reading, way back in elementary school. I don't think it's lost any of its charm.

Anyone who has a sibling can relate to this book. It is funny, and especially witty for a children's book, and it helped to fuel my love for reading. I've read other books by Blume (Superfudge, Then Again Maybe I Won't) and I like them all.

One note: Please disregard the following review: This book did not age well, from January 20, 2004.

It was written by a PC Police Officer from Indiana and its ignorance is unjustified. The book is a light-hearted look at a small family in the city. It seems that everything these days, no matter how old it is, is judged by its Political Correctness. I'm tired of fools like her trying to water down everything to the lowest common denominator so that nobody's "feelings" are hurt. It's a story about brothers' misadventures together for crying out loud.

Bottom line: This book has lots of well-deserved 5-star reviews. If you have small kids and want to turn them on to reading, this would be a pretty good place to start. But hurry, it may be a matter of time before its "unnacceptable violence" gets it banned by the PC Police.

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5.0 out of 5 stars An Excellent Book!, Mar 31 2004
This review is from: Tales Of A Fourth Grade Nothing (Paperback)
Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing is a great book, which many children can relate to. It is about a little boy named Peter, who is in the fourth grade, and his little brother Fudge, who is only three years old. Fudge is very bad and pulls off many disastrous and embarrassing stunts, but to everyone else he is just an angel. He is always messing up Peter's stuff, but all everyone else is worried about is poor, little Fudge. Peter feels as if no one cares about him and that he is just a fourth grade nothing. Many children are put in this situation when they have younger siblings. By reading this book, children can see that they are still loved and that being older isn't always a bad thing.
This book is really an excellent and fun book. I remember having it read to me when I was in elementary school and loving it then. Now I reread it for a college class and still think that it is great. This is a book that children will definitely enjoy and if any adults want to read a children's book, they will certainly have a few good laughs as well!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful, Mar 14 2004
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This review is from: Tales Of A Fourth Grade Nothing (Hardcover)
This book, set in New York city, Central Park, a movie theater, business office, and other various places, is an amazing book. Geared towards younger readers, Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing, is nothing short of a superb book. I've read plenty of books this past year (The Inferno, Beowulf, Harry Potter Series, The Odyssey, Much Ado About Nothing and many other books) and even though this book is simple and for 'children' I believe it is still one of my favorites. It portrays the lives of children in a funny, comical way that all '4th graders' will be able to relate to...even if they don't have younger siblings.

Superb, deffently a great read.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Hungry Fudge
This book is out of the park. In the beginning Peter goes to a party and he wins a turtle but he dosent name it. Read more
Published on Feb 25 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Kids love this book. Period.
I loved this book when I was a kid. But I didn't remember how much until I read it together with my 7 year old son (who has a 3 year old little brother). Read more
Published on Feb 11 2004 by K. A. Mancuso

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
This book was great because Fudge was a really funny character.
It was funny when Fudge put stamps all over the suitcase.
Published on Feb 6 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Buy this book, or at least read it!!
Would you ever want to eat a green smelly turtle? In Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing you can read about it. It is by Judy Blume. It takes place in New York. Read more
Published on Jan 26 2004

3.0 out of 5 stars This book did not age well
I loved Judy Blume when I was a kid way back in the '70's. I think this was the first book of hers I read. Read more
Published on Jan 21 2004 by Cynthia R. Harp

4.0 out of 5 stars A very funny book
If you are a fourth grader with an annoying little brother, this book is ment for you.This book is funny, life relating, and worth reading. Read more
Published on Jan 20 2004

4.0 out of 5 stars My Review on "Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing" by:Judy Bloom
My Review on "Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing"

I liked this book; it had to have taken a lot of imagination for such deep characters like Fudge and Peter. Read more

Published on Oct 29 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars I recomend it.
I really enjoyed this book it really relates to people with younger siblings, I never wanted to put it down. it was really one of my favorties. Read more
Published on Oct 14 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars The Adventures of Peter Hatcher and Fudge
TALES OF A FOURTH GRADE NOTHING
By Natalie

Watch out! Here comes an out of this world
Two-year-old. Read more

Published on Jun 10 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars this is a funny book review about tales of a fouth nothing
Tales of A Fourth grade Nothing

Book review by Noah
Genre: Fiction

This book is about a boy named Peter that gets a turtle that he named Dribble. Read more

Published on Jun 10 2003

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