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Punished!

David Lubar
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Punished!

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006

Book Brief

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David Lubar

Punished!

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

96

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Realistic Fiction

Humor
Topic
Education
Publication Year

2006

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

7-10 years

Lexile Level

540L

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Super Short Summary

In Punished! by David Lubar, a young person named Logan gets cursed for accidentally disrupting a mysterious man. The curse makes Logan speak in puns, leading him on a quest involving language challenges to lift the curse. The story explores creativity and the power of words as Logan navigates various linguistic tasks.

Humorous

Playful

Fantastical

Adventurous

Reviews & Readership

4.1

2,176 ratings

59%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Punished! by David Lubar is praised for its engaging storytelling and humor, making it appealing to young readers. The book effectively introduces wordplay and puns, enhancing language skills in a fun way. However, some critics feel it may rely too heavily on its gimmick, potentially limiting depth. Overall, it's an enjoyable, educational read for children.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Punished!?

Readers who delight in witty wordplay and lighthearted adventures, similar to Frindle by Andrew Clements or Sideways Stories from Wayside School by Louis Sachar, will enjoy Punished! by David Lubar. It's perfect for young readers who appreciate humor and learning through playful language challenges.

4.1

2,176 ratings

59%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

Punished! by David Lubar was published in 2006 and has been used effectively in classrooms to engage students with language and wordplay.

The book is part of the "Adventures in Language" series, known for integrating humor with educational themes.

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Author David Lubar is also recognized for his contributions to video game programming, having worked on popular titles like Frogger and Super Breakout.

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Book Details
Pages

96

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Realistic Fiction

Humor
Topic
Education
Publication Year

2006

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

7-10 years

Lexile Level

540L

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