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With more than 32 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! In this second book of the My Weirdtastic School arc, join A.J. and friends as they become part of the studio audience for a TV show whose host can’t seem to grow up!A.J. and the gang have been invited to attend a live taping of Uncle Fred’s Funderama, a hilarious Saturday morning kids TV show full of music, games, puppets and more. Uncle Fred sings, dances, and jokes his way into his audience’s hearts. But what will the kids do when they learn that Uncle Fred’s childlike behavior isn’t just an act? Can Uncle Fred grow up?Perfect for reluctant readers and all kids hungry for funny school stories, Dan Gutman’s hugely popular My Weird School chapter book series has something for everyone. Don’t miss the hilarious adventures of A.J. and his friends!

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With more than 30 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! In this fourth book in the My Weirder-est School series, A.J. and his friends learn how to survive in the wilderness.At-ten-tion! The Beaver Scouts are looking for new recruits. And A.J. and his friends are the first to sign up. They can’t wait to build campfires and earn cool badges.But scout leader Miss Blake would rather prepare them for falling boulders and surprise bear attacks. When they go on an overnight camping trip, will they be prepared for a real emergency?Perfect for reluctant readers and all kids hungry for funny school stories, Dan Gutman’s hugely popular My Weird School chapter book series has something for everyone. Don’t miss the hilarious adventures of A.J. and the gang!

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A.J. and his friends from Ella Mentry School are graduating! Graduating second grade, that is. But between a zany graduation ceremony, a wacky summer vacation, and the off-the-wall antics of their new third grade teacher, the weirdness is only just getting started! For the first time, all twelve paperback books in the My Weird School Daze series are available in one box set. From New York Times bestselling author Dan Gutman, whose My Weird School books have sold over 6 million copies around the world, this collection is perfect for classrooms and reluctant readers alike, and includes: number 1 Mrs. Dole Is Out of Control!; number 2 Mr. Sunny Is Funny!; number 3 Mr. Granite Is from Another Planet!; number 4 Coach Hyatt Is a Riot!; number 5 Officer Spence Makes No Sense!; number 6 Mrs. Jaffee Is Daffy!; number 7 Dr. Brad Has Gone Mad!; number 8 Miss Laney Is Zany!; number 9 Mrs. Lizzy Is Dizzy!; number 10 Miss Mary Is Scary!; number 11 Mr. Tony Is Full of Baloney!; and number 12 Ms. Leakey Is Freaky!

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With more than 23 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading!School’s almost out for the summer, and A.J. is dreaming about all the fun things he’s going to do on vacation.But A.J.’s dream quickly turns into a nightmare when three familiar spirits appear to show him summers past, present, and yet to come. Will they be able to convince him to leave his bad ways behind? Or will this summer end up being a total bummer?Bestselling author Dan Gutman brings his kid-friendly sense of humor to this special series of after-school chapter books featuring hilarious stories plus thirty-two pages of games, puzzles, and more.This is one weird summer vacation special you won’t want to miss!

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Something weird is going on! It's Thanksgiving! A.J. is thankful for four days off from school. But he's not thankful for Dr. Carbles, who is grumpier than ever. Dr. Carbles even fires Mr. Klutz! Will A.J. and his friends be able to save their principal's job?

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Twenty-one hilarious chapter books in one great box! With more than 10 million books sold, bestselling author Dan Gutman's My Weird School series really gets kids reading. Things have gotten weirder! From a principal who kisses pigs to a teacher who wears dresses made of pot holders, A.J. and the gang from Ella Mentry School have had some weird and wacky adventures. Now all twenty-one books in the bestselling My Weird School series are together in one box. This collection is perfect for classrooms and reluctant readers alike and includes: #1: Miss Daisy Is Crazy! #2: Mr. Klutz Is Nuts! #3: Mrs. Roopy Is Loopy! #4: Ms. Hannah Is Bananas! #5: Miss Small Is off the Wall! #6: Mr. Hynde Is Out of His Mind! #7: Mrs. Cooney Is Loony! #8: Ms. LaGrange Is Strange! #9: Miss Lazar Is Bizarre! #10: Mr. Docker Is off His Rocker! #11: Mrs. Kormel Is Not Normal! #12: Ms. Todd Is Odd! #13: Mrs. Patty Is Batty! #14: Miss Holly Is Too Jolly! #15: Mr. Macky Is Wacky! #16: Ms. Coco Is Loco! #17: Miss Suki Is Kooky! #18: Mrs. Yonkers Is Bonkers! #19: Dr. Carbles Is Losing His Marbles! #20: Mr. Louie Is Screwy! #21: Ms. Krup Cracks Me Up! Perfect for reluctant readers and word lovers alike, Dan Gutman's hugely popular My Weird School series has something for everyone. Don't miss the hilarious adventures of A.J. and the gang.

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Something groovy is going on! It's Valentine's Day! And Mr. Louie, the hippie crossing guard, put a love potion in the water fountain. Now teachers are flirting with each other! Girls are asking boys out on dates! Will A.J. have to kiss Andrea? Not if he can help it. Yuck!

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With more than 11 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! In the first My Weird School book ever, second-grade teacher Miss Daisy is in over her head. She doesn't even know how to add or subtract! But the kids have other things on their minds. Principal Klutz has promised that if they read a million pages in books, they can turn the school into a video-game arcade for one whole night! Perfect for reluctant readers and word lovers alike, Dan Gutman's insanely popular My Weird School series has something for everyone. Don't miss the hilarious adventures of A.J. and the gang.

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Graphic novel fans, prepare yourselves for a trip you won’t soon forget! New York Times bestselling author Dan Gutman and veteran illustrator Jim Paillot have brought you a second zany My Weird School graphic novel!A.J. and his friends have the chance to win a trip to Dizzyland—if they can finish 5,000 books first. Dr. Carbles, the evil president of the Board of Education, doesn’t think they can do it. But the Ella Mentry School kids are nothing if not determined!Will they achieve their theme park dreams? Or does Dr. Carbles have other plans for the school? Full of visual gags, fun pop culture references, and hilarious full-color illustrations, this is the weirdest graphic novel in the history of the world!With more than 30 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading!

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The weirdness never stops! It's Pee Wee Football season, and A.J.'s new coach is crazy. She wants the boys to do push-ups in the mud. She wants them to pick up a car. And worst of all, she wants to put girls on the team! You'll never believe in a million hundred years what happens in the big game.

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With more than 30 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! It’s time to catch a leprechaun in this holiday-themed My Weird School Special from New York Times bestselling author Dan Gutman and veteran illustrator Jim Paillot. A.J. and the gang are celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day with all the classic activities. But when A.J. spots a little man dressed head-to-toe in green sneaking around, it can only mean one thing: a real-life leprechaun! And one that’s wreaking havoc all around the school!Will the Ella Mentry School kids be able to catch the leprechaun before he causes even more trouble? With Dan Gutman’s signature kid-friendly sense of humor and Jim Paillot’s fun illustrations, this is one weird Saint Patrick’s Day special you won’t want to miss—featuring bonus trivia, games, puzzles, and more!

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Graphic novel fans, prepare for liftoff! New York Times bestselling author Dan Gutman and illustrator Jim Paillot have brought you an all-new series of My Weird School graphic novels!In this first book, A.J. and his friends at Ella Mentry School are headed on a field trip to NASA headquarters. But their tour guide, Mr. Corbett, is a total space cadet! And what happens when A.J. accidentally launches the whole class into outer space?! Full of visual gags, space aliens, and hilarious full-color illustrations, this is the weirdest graphic novel in the history of the world!With more than 30 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading!

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New York Times bestselling author Dan Gutman delivers a book of writing advice that blends the zany humor of My Weird School with the helpful hints of Eats, Shoots and Leaves. Serving up his usual uproarious wit, Dan shares his favorite tips for writing a good story and writing it correctly. And with illustrated appearances from My Weird School stars A.J. and Andrea, this book will keep kids having so much fun, they won't even realize how much they're learning. In this book, kids will learn: when to use its and when to use it's; how to come up with their own mind-blowing story ideas; tips for writing sentences that aren't boring; the difference between commas and apostrophes; spelling tricks for difficult words; why there's no ham in hamburgers; and more.

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With more than 11 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! In the second book of the original My Weird School series, Principal Klutz goes nuts! He wants to climb to the top of the Ella Mentry School flagpole. He even kissed a pig on the lips and painted his bald head orange. And now he wants to bungee jump off the roof of the school dressed as Santa Claus! Perfect for reluctant readers and word lovers alike, bestselling author Dan Gutman's insanely popular My Weird School series has something for everyone. Don't forget to join A.J. and the gang on the rest of their hilarious adventures.

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With more than 11 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! In the fourth book of the original My Weird School series, art teacher Ms. Hannah shows A.J. and the gang that art is everywhere! She wears dresses made out of potholders and collects garbage instead of throwing it out. And even makes A.J. draw a picture with smelly, tattletale Andrea! Perfect for reluctant readers and word lovers alike, Dan Gutman's insanely popular My Weird School series has something for everyone. Don't miss any more hilarious adventures from A.J. and the gang.

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Graphic novel fans, it’s time to visit the Big Apple with A.J. and friends! New York Times bestselling author Dan Gutman and veteran illustrator Jim Paillot have brought you a third zany My Weird School graphic novel!A.J. and his friends are visiting New York City! They’re hitting all the classic tourist stops—Times Square, Radio City Music Hall, the Met, and more. Their tour guide, Mrs. Mentry, is determined to show the kids all her favorite spots. But will A.J. and the gang be able to fend for themselves after they’re separated from their chaperone? Full of visual gags, hilarious pop culture references, fun facts about New York, and transportive full-color illustrations, this is the weirdest graphic novel in the history of the world!With more than 32 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading!

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