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Middle School Misadventures (Middle School Misadventures, 1) Paperback – April 9, 2019

by Jason Platt (Artist)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 79 ratings
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In Jason Platt's debut graphic novel, Ferris Bueller meets Calvin and Hobbes in this hilarious and embarrassing middle school caper that asks the important questions--like how long can one kid vamp before he embarrasses himself in front of his whole school?



Newell is always getting into trouble--whether it's showing up tardy for most of the year, or mocking his teachers while authoritarian Mr. Todd is standing right behind him. When disaster strikes and Newell finds himself on track to summer school, he's given one last minute option to get out of it--participating in the upcoming Talent Show. The only problem is that he doesn't technically have a talent to show. Yikes.




In this fun and imaginative full-color graphic novel, Jason Platt sends a fast-talking, daydreaming, middle school kid on a desperate quest to pull off a great show and save his summer.




This title will be simultaneously available in hardcover.


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  1. Reading age
    8 - 12 years, from customers
  2. Part of series
    Middle School Misadventures
  3. Print length
    232 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    3 - 7
  6. Lexile measure
    GN260L
  7. Dimensions
    5.55 x 0.8 x 8.25 inches
  8. Publisher
    Little, Brown Ink
  9. Publication date
    April 9, 2019
  10. ISBN-10
    0316416886
  11. ISBN-13
    978-0316416887
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Go on more misadventures with Jason Platt! Newell's favorite hat gets taken away! With the help of his most talented friends, he concocts the perfect plan to get it back. Newell’s comfortable life is turned upside down by the upcoming school dance and the discovery that his dad is dating his teacher.

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"This hilarious graphic novel is a great read for anyone in middle school or for adults who know someone that age."―School Library Connection

"Bill Watterson-flavored artwork in full color makes this adventure entertaining and approachable even to novice graphic novel readers, yet Platt's humor is refreshingly distinct in both text and image."―BCCB

"Newell's story is filled with a building anxiety that will fill middle-schoolers with urgent suspense and the sweet relief of recognition."―Booklist

About the Author

Jason Platt is a graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design, and in 2016, was accepted into the National Cartoonists Society by a unanimous vote. He is also the creator of the popular webcomic series Mister & Me. He and his family live in Davenport, Iowa.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Little, Brown Ink (April 9, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 232 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0316416886
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0316416887
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 12 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ GN260L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.55 x 0.8 x 8.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 79 ratings

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Jason Platt is cartoonist/illustrator based out of Davenport, IA. While a mid-westerner at heart, he grew up in Durham NC and graduated from the Savannah College of Art and Design, in Savannah, GA where he majored in illustration. He is a member of the National Cartoonists Society and SCBWI.

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5 stars for Middle School Misadventures (final published copy in full color)232 PagesGrades 3-7This graphic novel is written in the classic, comic book style that reminded me of one of Grandfather's favorites, Calvin & Hobbes. The plotline of the story is simple. Newell is in middle school; the Principal has had it with his tardiness and orders him to attend summer school. What a bummer. Newell does not want to spend all summer in school too. So the Principal offers Newell a reprieve -- if he does well in the school's end of the year talent show, he doesn't have to go to summer school. There's just one problem. . .Newell doesn't have a talent. The book follows Newell through his humorous attempts to find a talent and avoid spending his summer at school.This is a fast-paced read middle schooler's and comic book enthusiasts alike can enjoy. The artwork is detailed (see attached pics), full of emotion, and often laugh-out-loud funny. This book is a good way to introduce your 3rd - 7th grader to graphic novels.
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Wes Molebash
5.0 out of 5 stars Jason Platt’s debut GN is a winner!
Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2019
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The artwork and story took me back to my childhood when I’d stay awake at night poring over comics under the covers with a flashlight. I sincerely hope this isn’t the last we hear from Newell and his friends at Garfield Middle School.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful and witty read!
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2019
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I loved this book! Charming and funny, it made me laugh more than once. I’ll buy another copy to give my grand niece. If you have kids in middle school, this is the perfect book for them!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
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My 9-year-old grandson loved it! The drawings are excellent!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Jason Platt Nails It!
Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2019
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Newell is in trouble again. His principal has already warned him if he misses one more class time, he will be attending summer school. Of course he is late again. His arch enemy Clara signs him up for the talent show as a penguin dressed in a tutu. His principal offers him one final choice summer school or do well in the talent show. However, there is a problem, Newell doesn’t have a talent. His best friend Colin declares that Clara is in love with him. Bossy, bratty and annoying Clara! Other students had talent there were jugglers, tap dancers, monologues, singers, and comediennes. Clara even offers to let Newell dance with her. Newell thinks and thinks but can’t come up with a talent so he tries and tries to get out of being in the talent show. He tries coughing, he tries procrastination, he thinks a snow storm might work. Finally, he decides to wing it. Will he be a success? Or will he be attending summer school.
I love this book. It was written for grades 3-7. The style is graphic/comic book style. This book is hilarious. Another reviewer noted they were reminded of “Calvin and Hobbes” I agree the illustrations were very similar. The story line is great. Kudos to Jason Platt for his debut novel.
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Michael Valdivielso
4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable
Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2024
Middle School Misadventures by Jason Platt is a comic book about a kid who daydreams too much and, one day, thought it was the weekend when it turned out to be a weekday and almost skipped school. Well, he ends up being caught and is told he has to go to summer school. Dun-dun-dun…not sure it is worth the dun-dun-dun. But let’s move on. It is decided he does not have to go to summer school IF he agrees to join the talent show. In fact he has to be the first one to sign on to it. And things...happen. It is silly, has pancakes, a crazy squirrel, a understanding Dad, and lots of daydreaming. I got the First Edition cheap. One of three books in the series. It was good. But not searching for the other books good. Four out of five.
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Jennifer
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect quick and easy read for a 10yo. Enjoyable enough for adults, too.
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2019
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I loved it. It was fun to read and I am definitely going to read it again. It was about this kid named Newell who wakes up on a Wednesday but thinks its Saturday and his friend comes to tell him it's a school day and not a weekend. This is a problem because his principal said if he's late for school one more time he has to go to summer school. He finds out his friend/enemy Clara signed him up for a talent show and his principal says if he does well in the talent show he doesn't have to go to summer school.

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I very much want my son to read chapter books, but he is drawn over and over to these style books. Normally I don't like them much, but I actually found myself reading over his shoulder, drawn in by the artwork. Then it hit me. It was VERY reminiscent of an old favorite of mine: Calvin & Hobbes. I even went back after he was done and read the whole thing myself--and it was a quick and enjoyable read for sure. I won't have a problem with him reading this over and over and I think it will get passed pretty quickly to the 7yo.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fast, Fun, & Laugh-Out-Loud Funny
Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2019
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5 stars for Middle School Misadventures (final published copy in full color)
232 Pages
Grades 3-7

This graphic novel is written in the classic, comic book style that reminded me of one of Grandfather's favorites, Calvin & Hobbes. The plotline of the story is simple. Newell is in middle school; the Principal has had it with his tardiness and orders him to attend summer school. What a bummer. Newell does not want to spend all summer in school too. So the Principal offers Newell a reprieve -- if he does well in the school's end of the year talent show, he doesn't have to go to summer school. There's just one problem. . .Newell doesn't have a talent. The book follows Newell through his humorous attempts to find a talent and avoid spending his summer at school.

This is a fast-paced read middle schooler's and comic book enthusiasts alike can enjoy. The artwork is detailed (see attached pics), full of emotion, and often laugh-out-loud funny. This book is a good way to introduce your 3rd - 7th grader to graphic novels.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fast, Fun, & Laugh-Out-Loud Funny
Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2019
5 stars for Middle School Misadventures (final published copy in full color)
232 Pages
Grades 3-7

This graphic novel is written in the classic, comic book style that reminded me of one of Grandfather's favorites, Calvin & Hobbes. The plotline of the story is simple. Newell is in middle school; the Principal has had it with his tardiness and orders him to attend summer school. What a bummer. Newell does not want to spend all summer in school too. So the Principal offers Newell a reprieve -- if he does well in the school's end of the year talent show, he doesn't have to go to summer school. There's just one problem. . .Newell doesn't have a talent. The book follows Newell through his humorous attempts to find a talent and avoid spending his summer at school.

This is a fast-paced read middle schooler's and comic book enthusiasts alike can enjoy. The artwork is detailed (see attached pics), full of emotion, and often laugh-out-loud funny. This book is a good way to introduce your 3rd - 7th grader to graphic novels.
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Bryan Newman
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun Read Worthy of our Graphic Novel Library
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2019
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We have a extensive and growing library of graphic novels and this one definitely fits in. We have middle schoolers who appreciated the age range for this book, but it might trend a little younger. The humor is great for the average high school boy and the art work is fantastic. The characters are masterfully rendered with a full range of expression and live up to the comparisons to Calvin and Hobbes. The story is pretty straight forward and mildly quirky. Definitely quirky enough to hold you attention and you are pulled quickly through the pages. Highly recommend to 5-7 graders.
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