Author: Adam Rex
Lexile Score: grrrr... I'm going to give up on Lexile if they don't start getting more current. (no score as of 12-2007)
Genre: Science Fiction
Maturity level: I believe this book could be appreciated at a number of different levels. I don't think there is anything too overly violent or mature for a 3rd grader. The main character's mom is abducted by aliens - extremely sensitive 2nd graders would maybe perhaps be at least considering some small piece of something resembling worry? It may just be a bit long for younger readers, unfortunately.
Pages: 432 Chapters: No chapters, really, but sections are broken up with graphic storytelling Average Chapter Length: uh...
Theme: OK besides the obvious: aliens protecting humans from other aliens, How about racism, consumerism, or environmental conservation?
Project ideas: Yikes. Make a one-page graphic story of Tip & J.Lo?
First Line: It was Moving Day.
Main Character: Gratuity "Tip" Tucci (all-time classic main character) and her Boov-friend, J.Lo
Review in 25 words or less: Instant Classic. Newbery Winner. Subtle humor, obvious humor, keep-you-on-your-toes wordplay and inference; dazzling adventure and brilliant graphic novel sections
Grade: A+
This story is instantly in my top five favorite books. I think that a book club would be all over it - there is a lot to discuss just simply taking the story at face value. And then there is the neverending stream of allusion, allegory and metaphor that would keep a discussion well-fed for hours. And then if you were still looking for something to talk about, there are the obvious themes of redemption, loyalty, and friendship. Still not done discussing? How about the underlying themes of racism celebrity, power, consumerism.
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