Why Did the Underwear Cross the Road? [Paperback]

Gordon Korman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1997 | Age Level: 7 and up

Determined to win his class's Good Deed Contest, Justin outdoes himself with his good intentions, which have a disconcerting and hilarious way of backfiring. Reprint."

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 3-5-The three "Zs"-Justin Zechendorf, Jessica Zander, and Margaret Zachary-are determined to win the fourth-grade Good Deed Contest. But how? The only thing the partners have in common is their desire to beat the other kids in their class. Justin convinces the girls that he should be in charge because he is an "idea man," but each of his zany schemes leads to hilarious and disastrous results. In the end, however, the Zs triumph-they help catch some car thieves and win the contest. Korman's book has a galloping plot that's full of humor, and young readers are sure to enjoy it.
Suzanne Hawley, Laurel Oak Elementary School, Naples, FL
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 7 and up
  
• Paperback: 112 pages
• Publisher: Apple (Scholastic); Reprint edition (June 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0590475029
• ISBN-13: 978-0590475020
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #874,093 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Gordon Korman has written more than fifty middle-grade and teen novels. Favorites include the New York Times #1 bestseller The 39 Clues: One False Note, The Juvie Three, Son of the Mob, Born to Rock, and Schooled. Though he didn't play football in high school, Gordon's been a lifelong fan and season ticket holder. He says, "I've always been fascinated by the 'culture of collision' in football and wanted to explore it-not just from the highlight films but from its darker side as well." Gordon lives with his family on Long Island, New York.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Why Did the underwear cross the road, December 2, 2002

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K. Fritz "military spouse" (Illinois) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Why Did the Underwear Cross the Road? (Paperback)

I thought this book was cute, and well done. It captures the reader within the first couple of paragraphs, and I think that is a must for getting children who dont want to read, like my 13 year old. It matches the thoughts of some children today, and make me wish I were a child again so I could feel like life could be this much fun, even in disappoints. I am impressed that it kept the attention of my 13 year son who hates to read.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars great for fourth grade, November 21, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Why Did the Underwear Cross the Road? (Paperback)

I enjoy the silliness of Korman's stories, and this one has lots of silliness. I booktalk this title occasionally to fourth graders who visit my library and they really get a kick out of it. I would recommend this for grade school students looking for a very funny story.

5.0 out of 5 stars This was a FUNNY book..totally hilarious!, August 20, 2005

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Why Did the Underwear Cross the Road? (Library Binding)

I would suggest it to everyone who needs a good laugh and a good read at the same time. I am looking forward to reading his other books!