Skinnybones

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Summary: The book was ok but could have been better
Review: This story is about a little boy who likes baseball and won a contest to be on a TV commercial. He is the smallest boy on his baseball team. I like this story because it is funny. But, I thought this story had too much fantasy in it. It would be better if it spent more time dealing with baseball games instead of Alex getting beat up.

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Summary: Wonderful book that raises spirits and kids love reading it!
Review: When my grown son was in the third grade, I heard him laughing hysterically in his bedroom while I was cooking dinner. I had never heard him laugh and giggle so much! He told me a little bit about the story, and when he had gone to sleep, I picked it up and read it. It IS wonderful! I found myself laughing as much as my son had. The tale centers on Alex, a small kid who is the class clown and loves baseball. He is a very realistic character with whom children can identify, and he does some crazy things ( a lot with what he says ) that result in some hilarious situations. Kids really love this book! And so do many adults. It gives the reader a lot of pleasure as well as see the trials and errors of childhood in a fun, yet realistic manner. The author, Barbara Parks, has updated this little gem for today's readers, and it is just as wonderful.