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Written by Newbery‑award winner Jerry Spinelli, this juvenile fiction follows a group of middle‑school students navigating the ups and downs of school, sports, and camp life. Through humor and heartfelt moments, the story highlights themes of camaraderie, personal growth, and the challenges of adolescence.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Jerry Spinelli
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