Switched

Delve into the uproarious adventure of 'Switched' by Bruce Hale, a brilliantly crafted children's hardback that pulls you into the hilarious chaos of Parker Pitts' life. This lively tale captures the essence of friendship, responsibility, and the unexpected twists that come with growing up. Twelve-year-old Parker is a neat-freak with a love for order, grappling with the loss of his grandmother and the burden of taking care of his sister's mischievous goldendoodle, Boof. When an accidental tug-of-war sends them spiraling into a world of chaos as they switch bodies, the fun truly begins. Parker must navigate the complexities of dog life, from eating kibble to dodging squirrels, while Boof discovers the intricacies of middle school life, complete with bullies and crushes. Packed with humor and heart, this 256-page hardback takes readers on a delightful journey that resonates with kids and parents alike. Perfect for fans of magical realism, this engaging story is bound to spark laughter and ignite imaginations. Ideal for readers aged 8-12, 'Switched' is not just a book; it's an outrageous exploration of how understanding and cooperation can help solve even the messiest problems. Get ready for a wild ride that bridges the gap between boy and dog, order and chaos, all while teaching valuable life lessons. Bring home 'Switched' today for your child, and watch them get swept away in this joyful tale of adventure and discovery!

CONDITION: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781338645910
Format: Hardback
Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC
Number of Pages: 256
Dimensions Width: 142mm
Height: 213mm
Spine: 25mm

From the Edgar-nominated author Bruce Hale comes a hilarious story of a boy and a dogwho become a dog and a boy Who's a good boy? Twelve-year-old Parker Pitts hates a mess. Ever since his grandmother died, he's much more comfortable when things are organized: He scrubs the kitchen counters at home, avoids the school bully at all costs, and never even speaks to Gabriella Cortez, the most interesting girl in the sixth grade. No muss, no fuss, no complicated feelings to worry about. But now Parker's older sister is traveling abroad for the semester, leaving behind her obnoxious and extremely disorderly goldendoodle, Boof for Parker to manage. Man's best friend? More like boy's worst nightmare! When an intense round of tug-of-war leaves both dog and boy with bumped heads, Parker and Boof wake up to the biggest disaster yet: they've switched bodies! Suddenly Boof has to find his way through a school day and Parker has toeat dog food?! It's a mess of truly epic proportions. Can Parker and Boof clean it up -- together?