Frindle
By Andrew Clements
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Synopsis
Nick Allen, a lively fifth-grader, enjoys stirring up excitement at school. When he learns about the origins of words, he decides to rename a pen as a 'frindle.' What starts as a classroom joke quickly spreads, causing a nationwide sensation. Nick's inventive idea challenges the power of language and leads to unexpected consequences.
About the author
Andrew Clements was a talented author from America who loved writing stories for children. He is best known for his book 'Frindle', which tells the fun tale of a boy who invents a new word. Andrew Clements’s books are full of creativity and show how one small idea can make a big difference.
Pages
112 pages
Reading age
Junior (8-13)
Published
2002
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