Dodger and Me

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Author: Jordan Sonnenblick

ISBN-10: 0312561229

ISBN-13: 9780312561222

Category: Fiction & Literature

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Crazy Blue Chimp + Wimpy Nerd + Unlimited French Fries = The Hilarious First Adventure of Dodger and WillieSchool Library JournalGr 3–6—William Dufris gives a lively performance of Jordan Sonnenblick's hilarious fantasy (Fiewel & Friends, 2008) about friendship and acceptance. Fifth-grader Willie Ryan doesn't play baseball well and has an overprotective mom. As a result, he's one of the least popular kids in school. In fact, the closest thing he has to a friend is Lizzy, a weird British girl. While walking home through the woods one day, Willie picks up an old fast-food bag which turns into a genie-style lamp. Within minutes out pops Dodger, a giant blue chimpanzee who can talk. However, Dodger isn't a genie (he prefers the term "bottled American") and can't grant wishes. Dodger follows Willie home, and so begins their zany adventures to help Willie attain his three "hearts desires" with comical results. Dufris's array of animated voices, including a very boyish Willie, adds even more kid appeal to this charming, off-the-wall tale that will have listeners giggling to the end.—Karen T. Bilton, Mary Jacobs Library, Rocky Hill, NJ