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Wayside School Gets A Little Stranger (Wayside School, #3)

Louis Sachar
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Wayside School Gets A Little Stranger (Wayside School, #3)

Fiction | Short Story | Published in 1995

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Louis Sachar

Wayside School Gets A Little Stranger (Wayside School, #3)

Fiction | Short Story | Published in 1995
Book Details
Pages

176

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Humor

Children`s Literature
Topic
Education
Publication Year

1995

Lexile Level

500L

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Super Short Summary

In Wayside School Gets A Little Stranger, author Louis Sachar presents a series of quirky and humorous tales at Wayside School. Students and staff encounter unusual and surreal events in stories like "A Package for Miss Jewls" and "The Three Erics," highlighting the eccentric nature of their school environment and fostering a sense of adventure and camaraderie.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

24,291 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Wayside School Gets a Little Stranger by Louis Sachar is praised for its quirky humor and imaginative storytelling that appeals to children and adults alike. While some find the episodic structure disjointed, others appreciate the creativity and charm in each chapter. The whimsical characters and unexpected twists maintain the series' unique charm.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Wayside School Gets A Little Stranger (Wayside School, #3)?

Readers who enjoy Wayside School Gets A Little Stranger likely appreciate quirky humor, absurdity, and whimsical storytelling, akin to fans of The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster and Roald Dahl's works. Ideal for those who relish unconventional school settings and oddball characters.

4.5

24,291 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

176

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Humor

Children`s Literature
Topic
Education
Publication Year

1995

Lexile Level

500L

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