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Starred Review on August 1, 2021 | Chapter Books
Gr 1–3—In this hilarious chapter book, Daniel, a young Black student at Chicago's Stewart School, faces a series of comedic obstacles in his quest to get to class on time. As the book opens, Daniel's chronic tardiness elicits a warning from his mother that if he's late yet again, she'll be forced to meet with his angry teacher Mrs. Finkelplotz, or worse, Principal Underpence. Daniel tries his best to be on time, but as he navigates the streets of Chicago, he meets one antagonist after another w...Log In or Sign Up to Read More