About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is struggling with the relentless energy of a younger sibling or the forced proximity of a shared family vacation. It speaks directly to the feeling of being the responsible older child who just wants a moment of peace in a world dominated by a chaotic toddler. Peter Hatcher returns to navigate a three-week summer rental in Maine, where he must contend with his eccentric brother Fudge, a shared house with his arch-rival Sheila Tubman, and the general embarrassments of family life. Parents will appreciate Judy Blume's uncanny ability to validate the frustration and jealousy inherent in sibling dynamics while keeping the tone light and humorous. It is an ideal bridge for 8 to 12 year olds who are starting to notice the social complexities of friendship and the awkwardness of 'crushes' through a safe, comedic lens.
