The Homework Strike - Softcover

Pincus, Greg

3.98

122 ratings by Goodreads

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0439913020 ISBN 13: 9780439913027

Publisher: Scholastic Inc., 2018

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Gregory K. has too much homework.

Middle school is hard work, and Gregory tries to be a good student. He participates in class, he studies for his tests -- he and his friends even help each other with their assignments. But no matter what he does, there's never enough time to finish all his homework. It just isn't fair.

So Gregory goes on a total, complete homework strike. No worksheets, no essays, no projects. His friends think he's crazy. His parents are worried about his grades. And his principal just wants him to stop making trouble. Can Gregory rally his fellow students, make his voice heard, and still pass seventh grade?

Find out in this book for anyone who thinks school is stressful, gets headaches from homework, or just wants to be heard.

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About the Author:

Greg Pincus is a children's poet and novelist, a screenwriter, a former volunteer elementary school librarian, and a social media strategist. He is also an active member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators. He lives in Los Angeles, California, and can be found online at gottabook.blogspot.com, or on Twitter as @GregPincus.

Review:

Praise for The Homework Strike:

"A lesson in civic involvement, standing up for what one believes in, and negotiating... Readers will be drawn to the anti-homework cause and... will enjoy the high jinks along the way." -- Kirkus Reviews

"While there are laughs to be had... readers will also get a sense of American labor history and the real stakes involved in standing up for one's beliefs." -- Publishers Weekly

"A useful road map for budding activists." -- Booklist

"A topic that will certainly rivet readers... Funny and substantive." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
Praise for The 14 Fibs of Gregory K.:

"Pincus's story explores struggles with friends, family, and learning while remaining exuberant and relatable, a winning equation." -- Publishers Weekly

"This delightful novel introduces a resourceful and inspiring young character, and many readers will relate to Gregory's desire for creative expression and his yearning for acceptance." -- Booklist

"Dialogue and humor carry the third-person narrative along swiftly, and the characters are appealing... By any reckoning, a successful debut." -- Kirkus Reviews

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