The first in a new series of transitional chapter books featuring Jasper John Dooley, a quirky and creative young boy. Jasper is finally Star of the Week although it does not run as smoothly as he had planned. From his less than interesting lint collection show-and-tell, to his dismal family tree, to his forgotten science experiment, Jasper worries that he will have to forfeit his "star" status before weeks end. Add in his new quest to convince his parents that their small family needs an addition and it's clear that Jasper has a lot on his mind. Adderson creates a wonderfully believable character in Jasper with easy to read text. The occasional black and white line drawings add additional depth.
4 of 5 stars. Recommended.
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