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In "Nose Pickers from Outer Space," fourth‑grader Devin is initially disappointed by his new exchange student, Stan, thinking he is just another nerd from Chicago. His perception changes when he realizes Stan is actually from outer space. The story follows Devin’s attempts to understand and help his alien roommate navigate the challenges of school life while also dealing with typical middle‑school adventures.
First publish date: 1999
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comedy Fiction
Authors: Gordon Korman
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