2006-08-13 10:31:16 · 8 answers · asked by Brianna 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
Absolutely. It is a really great book and was a Newbery Award Winner. Jerry Spinelli really knows how to connect with kids.
The great thing about the book is that orphan Maniac (Jeffrey) Magee is a fascinatingly self sufficient character who, because of the way he has been (or not been) raised really has none of the usual prejudices that would come with a kid his age. Like a real folk hero Maniac also has incredible abilities. Despite circumstances that would lead some to feel rejected Maniac is a superstar.
This is a truly amazing book for kids and adults alike.
2006-08-13 13:35:32 · answer #1 · answered by charmingchatty 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes I would say for ages 9-12. I read the book and often book talk it to children!
2006-08-17 06:03:57 · answer #2 · answered by the librarian 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely! Loved that book when I was 12. It might be long for some students b/c it's 200 something pages, but those who try hard will love it.
2006-08-13 10:37:05 · answer #3 · answered by Sir Nigel 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a PERFECT book for 6th graders.
2006-08-13 10:43:54 · answer #4 · answered by dark_phoenix 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, absolutely. my teacher had my class read it in 6th grade, but i didn't have her that year becuase i was in an advanced class...i think they even had part of it in our 6th grade textbooks.
2006-08-13 12:58:10 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah it is. I read it in 4th and it was great!
2006-08-13 10:36:47 · answer #6 · answered by KcLyn 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yup! i remember reading it in 5th grade...definetly reccomend it
2006-08-13 10:35:31 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not
2006-08-13 10:36:25 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋