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Jeff and Wiley, two eleven‑year‑old friends who enjoy creating nicknames for classmates, find themselves trying to pick the perfect one for the new girl, Cassandra. Their playful antics unfold alongside the adjustment to a new teacher—Jeff and Wiley’s former football coach—who steps into the school’s classroom. The book explores school life, friendship, and the humor that comes from everyday school experiences.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comedy Fiction
Authors: Gordon Korman
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