Extra Credit Paperback – Illustrated, February 1, 2011

Adults can learn so much from children. In this book, another winner by Andrew Clements, a young girl learns she may be held back if she doesn’t do some “Extra Credit” work. So she picks a project among many, hers is writing to a pen pal in another country.Along the way she, and the readers, learn all about the differences, and similarities, between the two countries. We also learn that if the adults would only get out of the way amazing friendships could blossom and children could accomplish truly remarkable things. Instead, we implant our hatred and prejudices in our children and students and the sad traditions carry on; except in some few brave individuals.Wonderful read, great for 4th, 5th, and 6th grade readers.

I have been a fan of Clements for years so I jumped on the chance to read this novel. He does a wonderful job of boiling down the issues in the Middle East for young readers while maintaining an understandable plot line. It was a good melding of cultures that let you look into the young lives impacted across the globe. Highly recommend!

Great book with a nice discussion section in the back. Good staring point to begin discussion on diversity and culture

"Extra Credit" is an amazing story of friendship, cultural curiosity and tolerance, beautifully and sensibly written. It's a captivating story with a positive and deep message that is specially relevant for today's world where kids are bombarded with action packed - but empty and nasty - easy plots.We have read several of this author's books and Extra Credit - and Frindle - have been our favorites. I encourage everyone to read it!

My daughter read this book for summer reading before entering the fifth grade. She and I both loved it. It provided an excellent way for kids her age to see how others live around the world. The book broke down a lot of preconceived notions that she had about people in other cultures. She is a bit sensitive and cried while reading certain sections, but loved the book and said that she learned a lot.

Fairly good condition. I’m a teacher and got these to use in my guided reading group for my high readers and they are loving the book. I’m glad I got these for them!

I am 9 years old and I read most of Andrew Clements' books. My favorite part was the end, the thing I liked less is how the people at Afghanistan treated women, and I know that it can be true. This book is really interesting to read, just like any other book by Clements.

At first the book was a little boring but then the story picked up and got interesting. I would defiantly recommend this book to anyone that likes books that are different from other book's. I'm conclusion this book exceeded my expectations and I think it will do the same for you. 😆🐇