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Jasper John Dooley: Star of the Week

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At last, it’s Jasper John Dooley’s turn to be Star of the Week at school. Unfortunately, nothing turns out as planned. His Show and Tell falls flat. A new baby at his friend Ori’s house steals his spotlight. And worst of all, the new baby has only-child Jasper wondering if his own family is too small. When Jasper decides to build himself a brother (named Earl) out of wood, Earl’s schoolyard shenanigans send Jasper to the principal’s office! But with a little help from family and friends, things turn around for Jasper. And by the time Friday arrives, he is once again sure that he has what it takes to be a star.#Jasper John Dooley: Star of the Week is the first in a series of chapter books featuring a charismatic and funny central character. An only child with active, loving parents (and a most impressive lint collection), Jasper John Dooley is a true original.

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At last, it’s Jasper John Dooley’s turn to be Star of the Week at school. Unfortunately, nothing turns out as planned. His Show and Tell falls flat. A new baby at his friend Ori’s house steals his spotlight. And worst of all, the new baby has only-child Jasper wondering if his own family is too small. When Jasper decides to build himself a brother (named Earl) out of wood, Earl’s schoolyard shenanigans send Jasper to the principal’s office! But with a little help from family and friends, things turn around for Jasper. And by the time Friday arrives, he is once again sure that he has what it takes to be a star.#Jasper John Dooley: Star of the Week is the first in a series of chapter books featuring a charismatic and funny central character. An only child with active, loving parents (and a most impressive lint collection), Jasper John Dooley is a true original.

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eBook, Paperback

Educational resources

Curriculum

Early reading

Reading Levels

    lexile level
  • 570L

  • guided reading
  • M

  • guided reading grade level
  • 2/3

AWARDS & REVIEWS

Reviews

"Readers will identify with many of Jasper's comical, age-appropriate issues as he navigates the sometimes confusing complications of early primary school."

Kirkus Reviews, 18/01/2012

"... a work of genius ... it has a playful sparkle that makes it truly exceptional."

The Toronto Star, 04/03/2012

"This well-written, funny, and engaging story is a promising start to a new chapter-book series ..."

Booklist, 01/03/2012

"This first title in a transitional chapter book series introduces an enthusiastic boy full of creativity and everyday concerns."

School Library Journal, 01/03/2012

Awards

  • 2015 - Best Bets Junior Fiction (Series), Ontario Library Association, Commended

  • 2013 - Best Children's Books of the Year, Bank Street Children's Book Committee, Winner

  • 2013 - Hackmatack's Children's Choice Book Award, Canadian Children’s Book Centre, Commended

  • 2012 - Best Books for Kids & Teens, , Winner

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