Superfudge

Rating:
Summary: Great book, but FYI: contains the "truth about Santa"...
Review: I read this book along side my 5 year old who's reading Double Fudge. Because he's reading at 4th grade level, we've been searching for books that are just right for him. Little did I know that I myself would enjoy reading Judy Blume's books this much as well. It is a great way for us to bond when the whole family reads the same book--and bonus for us parents to be able to read books that are not dumbed down just because they are meant for kids. In addition, I am also glad that I read the book before handing it to my son because it does "reveal" the "truth about Santa"... Since my son is only 5, unlike most of Judy Blume's intended readers, he still believes in Santa. I've never written an Amazon review before, but I thought I should point this out in case someone else is thinking of getting this book for his/her early reader. If this does not concern you, then I highly recommend this book: I can't remember the last time I laughed so hard.

Rating:
Summary: A hilarious account of a family going through changes.
Review: I read this book aloud to my fourth grade class. They were laughing and couldn't get enough of Fudge. Most of my students have since read the rest of the Fudge books. A MUST read for 3rd-4th graders.

Rating:
Summary: Not about fudge. Student from North Bay, NY
Review: I read this book together with my 7-year old and we were both very dissapointed. He found a couple gags funny (like a myna bird that says, "Bonjour, Stupid")but the book goes nowhere and sucker-punches on Santa and Divorce. If your child still believes, stay away!

Rating:
Summary: Two generations have enjoyed it
Review: I read this when I was a pre-teen and now my daughter, an 8-year-old enjoys it. She read the three Superfudge books and gave positive feedback and she isn't always a proactive reader. Honestly, I don't remember the whole story, but I do remember it was another goodie from Judy Blume.

Rating:
Summary: I loved it so much I read it again and again.
Review: I really liked this book and reccommend it to all young readers out there like me. I am a really big Judy Blume fan. Judy Blume writes in a way I understand it's like she reads my mind. That's why I like her books so much. I've read almost everyone. But this was the first one I read in third grade. Since then I've been reading her books. I've written book reports about them, oral reports, and more stuff. Now I'm in seventh grade and hoping that Judy Blume writes more books like superfudge. The best book of all!

Rating:
Summary: Superfudge
Review: I think Superfudge was a very funny story. My favourite character was Fudge, Peter Hatcher's little brother. One of Peter's problems is the fact that he has to move to New York and be tortured by Fudge. When they move, Peter finds out that his mother is going to have a baby. One day, he meets a new friend. They both like riding their bikes. Then, Peter finds out that four out of three of his old friends don't like him anymore. Peter's little brother runs away and their mother panics. But, at the end, Fudge comes back and swallows a turtle..........

Rating:
Summary: I loved this book!
Review: It was better than Tales of the Fourth Grade Nothing.

Rating:
Summary: Superfudge
Review: Judy Blume's Superfudge tells of a young boy dealing with some common family issues. Peter is twelve years old and lives with his mother, father and younger brother, Fudge, in New York City. Fudge is a hyperactive child who drives Peter crazy. Peter often thinks about running away, and when his parents tell him they are having another baby, he seriously considers it. Then, as if this news isn't enough, his parents decide to move away from the city to Princeton. To Peter, this sounds like the end of the world. He will have to leave his best friend, his crush, his school and Central Park. Although he will only be in Princeton for a year, he is upset that he will have to make new friends and, worst of all, Fudge will attend the same school. However, Peter and his family make it through the year in Princeton, deciding in the end that they would rather return to the city than stay in Princeton. This story demonstrates family values in a humorous way.
This book appeals to children because all children have problems within their families that they must face. Peter's problems are fairly easy to solve; he just needs to grow out of them. He creates his problems and exaggerates their impact on his life. However, many children have faced problems similar to Peter Hatcher's before, such as having a new sibling or moving to a new town. Judy Blume gives a great example of how these children are feeling inside by telling the story through Peter's point of view. Peter must deal with many stressful situations in this story, such as when he must choose between his two best friends. This book is wonderful for children because it helps them learn positive ways to deal with anger and sadness.
Superfudge was challenged in a school in Wyoming because it was considered to be profane, immoral and offensive. I can understand this objection; however, I do not agree that this book should be banned. I understand why this story is thought of as being immoral because of the way the family functions. They are a very loving family, but they don't seem to be able to control their middle child, Fudge. Fudge is most likely the character that prompted the challenge because he calls his teacher names and shows no respect to elders. The only person he shows any respect is Peter because he looks up to him and wants to be just like him. This is a great book for readers of all ages, even though it is geared toward third and fourth graders. I would recommend Superfudge to anyone who has brothers or sisters and can appreciate the love-hate relationship between siblings.

Rating:
Summary: An A+ Book
Review: Muna El-Taha , third grade
Peter Hatcher's biggest problem is Fudge. Why Fudge? Because he's ruining Peter's life. Even if this book is called Superfudge, there is nothing so super about Fudge. Fudge is a kindergarten maniac. Uncle Feather (his pet myna bird) can say bonjour, but not in a very nice way.
For most people who know him, there goal probably is to get rid of Fudge. As you might have guessed, there is no solution.
In this funny book, the Hatcher's move to Princeton, NJ for the summer and find some unexpected surprise. I'm not going to tell you any, so you'll have to read the book and find out yourself.
My favorite part is when Fudge went to the nurse's office because he cut his knee when he was riding his bike to school. When Mr. Green came in, he said that Brian Tubkin was coming to their school, and the nurse didn't know whom he was. Fudge complained that the nurse put peroxide on his cut and didn't blow on it to take away the sting. He also said she was dumb because she didn't know who Brian Tubkin was. She didn't blow on the cut because it would spread germs. And I don't know why she doesn't know who Brian Tubkin is.
Everyone will love it from ages 1 day old -300. I think even you will give it five stars.

Rating:
Summary: An A+ Book
Review: Muna El-Taha, third grade
Peter Hatcher's biggest problem is Fudge. Why Fudge? Because he's ruining Peter's life. Even if this book is called Superfudge, there is nothing so super about Fudge. Fudge is a kindergarten maniac. Uncle Feather (his pet myna bird) can say bonjour, but not in a very nice way.
For most people who know him, there goal probably is to get rid of Fudge. As you might have guessed, there is no solution.
In this funny book, the Hatcher's move to Princeton, NJ for the summer and find some unexpected surprise. I'm not going to tell you any, so you'll have to read the book and find out yourself.
My favorite part is when Fudge went to the nurse's office because he cut his knee when he was riding his bike to school. When Mr. Green came in, he said that Brian Tubkin was coming to their school, and the nurse didn't know whom he was. Fudge complained that the nurse put peroxide on his cut and didn't blow on it to take away the sting. He also said she was dumb because she didn't know who Brian Tubkin was. She didn't blow on the cut because it would spread germs. And I don't know why she doesn't know who Brian Tubkin is.
Everyone will love it from ages 1 day old -300. I think even you will give it five stars.