The story Restart follows Chase Ambrose as he navigates his way through 7th grade. The only thing is that Chase can’t remember anything from his past after he fell off his roof. Chase has to figure out his past and who he used to be. Will he choose his past or make a new version of himself? This book is great because you get to hear all of the main characters' points of views in different chapters. My favorite characters are Joel and Shoshanna. I would recommend this book for late elementary and middle schoolers.
Big Nate: Aloha! takes Nate Wright on a hilarious new adventure as he heads to Hawaii for what he hopes will be the perfect vacation. True to form, Nate’s trip is anything but smooth sailing, and the usual chaos, mishaps, and Nate-style disasters follow him, even in paradise. This tropical twist brings fresh scenarios for Nate’s comedic personality to shine. I’d give this book a 5 out of 5 because it keeps the humor alive while adding a fun, new setting to the series.
Big Nate in Your Face! continues the humorous journey of Nate Wright as he takes on the challenges of middle school, friendship, and his eternal quest for popularity. This book is packed with Nate’s usual antics, but also dives deeper into his relationships with his friends and family, showcasing the ups and downs of middle school life in a way that’s both relatable and entertaining. I’d give this book a five out of five because it captures the essence of growing up with Nate’s signature humor and heart.
Big Nate Blasts Off is another delightful addition to the Big Nate series, filled with humor, relatable moments, and Nate’s unforgettable antics. In this book, Nate Wright faces new challenges as he deals with school bullies, friends, and his never-ending quest to be the center of attention. With a hilarious storyline centered on Nate's dreams of achieving greatness, the book keeps readers hooked from beginning to end.
Big Nate in the Zone by Lincoln Peirce is the sixth book in the Big Nate series, and it takes Nate’s misadventures to a new level. This time, Nate feels like he’s stuck in a rut with a string of bad luck, and things aren’t going his way at school, with friends or in life in general. However, everything changes when he gets his hands on a lucky charm, and suddenly, his fortunes start to turn around.
Big Nate Flips Out by Lincoln Peirce, the fifth book in the Big Nate series, brings a fresh twist to Nate’s usual antics when his messy habits become a big problem. After losing his best friend, Francis, over his chronic disorganization, Nate decides to make a drastic change. With the help of hypnotism, Nate becomes obsessively neat and organized—but as you’d expect, things quickly spiral out of control in hilarious ways.
Big Nate Goes for Broke by Lincoln Peirce, the fourth book in the Big Nate series, sees Nate and his friends facing off against their biggest rivals—Jefferson Middle School. After a series of unfortunate events, Nate’s school, P.S. 38, finds itself in a heated competition with Jefferson, known for its wealth and snobbish students.
Big Nate: On a Roll by Lincoln Peirce, the third book in the *Big Nate* series, follows Nate Wright as he faces a new set of challenges, all centered around his quest to win the coveted "Scouting Troop" prize of a customized skateboard. Nate is determined to beat his fellow scout, Artur, a seemingly perfect and kind-hearted kid who unintentionally gets on Nate’s nerves.
Big Nate Strikes Again by Lincoln Peirce is the second book in the *Big Nate* series, and it brings even more hilarity and misadventures for Nate Wright. This time, Nate’s latest challenge comes in the form of a social studies project—where he’s forced to team up with his arch-nemesis, Gina, the teacher’s pet. As if that weren’t bad enough, Nate is also juggling his role as captain of his school’s fleeceball team.
Big Nate: In a Class by Himself by Lincoln Peirce is the first book in the popular *Big Nate* series and introduces readers to Nate Wright, a confident and mischievous sixth-grader who believes he’s destined for greatness. Throughout the book, Nate is convinced that he’s going to set a school record, but things don’t go quite as planned.
