Justin Case: Rules, Tools, and Maybe a Bully

Description: Justin Case made it through third grade and summer camp in the previous two books. Now he s in fourth grade, and there s even more to worry about: friends, bullies, grades, tests and did we say bullies? Once again, Rachel Vail and Matthew Cordell bring to life all the worries and triumphs of elementary school life, in diary form.

Brief description: Rachel Vail is the author of children's books including Justin Case, Sometimes I'm Bombaloo, and Righty and Lefty. She is also the author of several books for teens and middle grade readers, including If We Kiss, You Maybe, Gorgeous, Wonder, and Never Mind, which she wrote with Avi. Vail was born in New York City and grew up in New Rochelle, NY, just down the street from her future husband, though she didn't know that until much later. She attended Georgetown University, where she earned her B.A. in English and Theater. She lives in New York City with her husband and two sons.

Review Quotes:

"In his third outing, Justin faces the beginning of fourth grade with his usual trepidation . . . Silly line drawings by Cordell are inserted throughout and do much to lighten the tone and reinforce the humor." --Booklist

"This honest and heartfelt look at elementary school is illustrated with occasional doodles that perfectly suit the book and audience." --Kidsville News