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Highlights
- World War II is on everyone's mind and in every headline, and Howie Crispers has a hunch that his school principal is a spy.
- Sequoyah Book Awards (Children's) 2003 4th Winner
- 8-12 Years
- 7.58" x 5.3" Paperback
- 208 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Historical
Description
About the Book
This surprising historical novel tells the poignantly humorous story of a young boy's attempt to be a home-front hero during World War II.Book Synopsis
World War II is on everyone's mind and in every headline, and Howie Crispers has a hunch that his school principal is a spy. With a little snooping around, Howie finds out something even more alarming. Principal Lomister may not be a spy, but he is plotting to get rid of Howie's favorite teacher. Howie's dad is fighting Nazis overseas, and his mom is working hard to support the war effort, so Miss Gossim is the only person Howie can depend on. With the help of his friends, and a plan worthy of radio show superhero Captain Midnight, Howie intends to save Miss Gossim!
Review Quotes
"A realistic slice of life from America's war years." -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)
"This quick-moving, easily read story will be enjoyed by many readers." -- School Library Joumal
"...fast dialogue and lots of lively detail." -- ALA Booklist
"Fast-paced, conversational and full of surprises." -- Seattle Post-Intelligencer
"Well crafted dialogues zip with brevity and will keep readers grinning." -- Children's Literature Newletter for Adults
"Chock full of details from the 1940s home front." -- Queens Parent