Lubar, David. Punished!

[Tess]

O.K., I haven't read it, but I really liked his Sleeping Freshman Don't Lie and this is a very short book geared toward younger readers. For those two reasons, I would like to add it to our list. Thanks!

[Mary]

Thanks for suggesting this book; it's a quick, fun read. It certainly doesn't have the depth of Sleeping Freshman..., but I loved the wordplay quests that the main character had to complete as part of his PUNishment for running in the library. I think this book would work best as a read-aloud to a classroom of kids learning about oxymorons, puns, anagrams, and palindromes.

[Tess]

I liked it, too. Although puns are considered the lowest form of humor, I think this work is an excellent addition to children's literature. Not enough humor in children's books, these days, I say. Would you lather I slip off the soapbox now?

[martha]

Just read this today during my lunch break. It's not much of a plot, but definitely a fun read that may be good for those reluctant readers (and teach them a thing or two about oxymorons, anagrams, and palindromes.)