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The Report Card

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2004

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Andrew Clements

The Report Card

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

173

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Suburban Connecticut • Contemporary

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

700L

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Super Short Summary

The Report Card by Andrew Clements follows the story of 11-year-old Nora Rowley, a secretly gifted child who purposefully gets bad grades to show the negative effects of academic pressure on students, particularly her best friend, Stephen. Through her actions, Nora aims to challenge the value of grades and advocate for the well-being of her classmates. The novel discusses the tension between academic achievement and personal happiness.

Informative

Humorous

Inspirational

Playful

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.3

14,373 ratings

68%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Report Card by Andrew Clements is praised for its engaging storyline and relatable characters. Critics appreciate Clements' exploration of academic pressures on children. However, some reviews mention that the plot can feel predictable and the resolution simplistic. Overall, it's a thought-provoking read for middle graders, though it may seem formulaic to older readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Report Card?

Readers who enjoy middle-grade fiction with smart, relatable protagonists and themes of friendship and individuality will love The Report Card by Andrew Clements. Fans of Louis Sachar’s Holes and Sara Pennypacker’s Clementine series will appreciate Clements’ engaging storytelling and meaningful life lessons.

4.3

14,373 ratings

68%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

173

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Suburban Connecticut • Contemporary

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

700L

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