BUYING ADVISORY: EL - ADVISABLE
AUDIENCE APPEAL: AVERAGE
Fourth grade just got harder for Ben. Since he ate up all his birthday money (quite literally, on almond kisses) he no longer has money to buy the new scooter he so desperately wants. His problems seem to solve themselves when his fortune cookie tells him that the best things in life are free. Ben takes this literally until Flegg, the school bully, takes his fortune. As Ben seeks justice, he learns that there is more than meets the eye to people, bullies, and fortunes.
Ben Yokoyama and the Cookie Thief has heart. Ben's problems are relatable and handled with humor and thoughtfulness. I like that there are no easy answers and the quirky characters are endearing. The illustrations complement the story nicely and add to the tone. This is a fun read that is a nice introduction to the United States justice system. The characters in the book seem to be Caucasian.
Michelle in the Middle
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