National Espionage, Rescue, and Defense Society (Nerds Book One) - by Michael Buckley (Paperback)
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Highlights
- The excitement of international espionage combined with the awkwardness of the tween years makes for nonstop laughs in National Espionage, Rescue, and Defense Society--NERDS--the first book in the hilarious series from New York Times bestselling author Michael Buckley If you're looking for a funny illustrated series to enjoy alongside favorites such as Dog Man, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, and The Last Kids on Earth books, NERDS delivers!
- Colorado Children's Book Award (Junior Novel) 2012 4th Winner, Sasquatch Award 2012 1st Winner
- 8-12 Years
- 8.19" x 5.43" Paperback
- 352 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Humorous Stories
- Series Name: Nerds
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About the Book
A "New York Times"-bestselling author delivers an exciting new middle-grade series about a secret spy society made up of fifth grade misfits who use their unique nerdiness to fight crime, with hilarious results. Illustrations.Book Synopsis
The excitement of international espionage combined with the awkwardness of the tween years makes for nonstop laughs in National Espionage, Rescue, and Defense Society--NERDS--the first book in the hilarious series from New York Times bestselling author Michael Buckley
If you're looking for a funny illustrated series to enjoy alongside favorites such as Dog Man, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, and The Last Kids on Earth books, NERDS delivers! Meet the NERDS, a team of 11-year-old super spies:* Duncan "Gluestick" Dewey: He's a paste-eater who can stick to walls.
* Ruby "Pufferfish" Peet: Her allergies help her detect danger and dishonesty.
* Heathcliff "Choppers" Hodges: He controls minds with his buckteeth.
* Julio "Flinch" Escala: His hyperactivity gives him super speed and strength.
* Matilda "Wheezer" Choi: Her inhalers enable her to fly and blast enemies.
* Jackson "Braceface" Jones, the new recruit. This metal mouth is the team's go-to gadget guy . . . if only he can get over becoming a NERD. Can this team of misfits save the world from their secret headquarters in the basement of their school? Can you read NERDS without laughing? Go ahead and try! NERDS series:
National Espionage, Rescue, and Defense Society (#1)
M is for Mama's Boy (#2)
The Cheerleaders of Doom (#3)
The Villain Virus (#4)
Attack of the BULLIES (#5)
About the Author
Michael Buckley is the author of The Sisters Grimm, a New York Times bestselling series and a TODAY Show Al Roker Book Club pick. He has also written and developed shows for such networks as Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, and Disney. He lives with his family in Brooklyn, New York.
Dimensions (Overall): 8.19 Inches (H) x 5.43 Inches (W) x 1.18 Inches (D)
Weight: .8 Pounds
Suggested Age: 8-12 Years
Number of Pages: 352
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: Humorous Stories
Series Title: Nerds
Publisher: Amulet Books
Format: Paperback
Author: Michael Buckley
Language: English
Street Date: August 1, 2010
TCIN: 94487742
UPC: 9780810989856
Item Number (DPCI): 247-04-0018
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 1.18 inches length x 5.43 inches width x 8.19 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.8 pounds
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