Don't You Know There's a War On?
By Avi
(HarperCollins, Paperback, 9780380815449, 208pp.)
Publication Date: February 2003
Other Editions of This Title: Prebound
Categories: Historical - Military & Wars, Historical - United States - 20th Century, Social Issues - Adolescence
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World War II is on everyone's mind and in every headline, and Howie Crispers has a hunch that his school principal is a spy. With a little snooping around, Howie finds out something even more alarming. Principal Lomister may not be a spy, but he is plotting to get rid of Howie's favorite teacher. Howie's dad is fighting Nazis overseas, and his mom is working hard to support the war effort, so Miss Gossim is the only person Howie can depend on. With the help of his friends, and a plan worthy of radio show superhero Captain Midnight, Howie intends to save Miss Gossim!
Avi is the author of more than sixty books, including Crispin: The Cross of Lead, a Newbery Medal winner, and Crispin: At the Edge of the World. His other acclaimed titles include The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle and Nothing But the Truth, both Newbery Honor Books, and most recently The Seer of Shadows. He lives with his family in Colorado.
“Fast–paced, conversational and full of surprises.”
-Seattle Post-Intelligencer
“Chock full of details from the 1940s home front.”
-Queens Parent
“A realistic slice of life from America’s war years.”
-Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)
“This quick–moving, easily read story will be enjoyed by many readers.”
-School Library Joumal
“Well crafted dialogues zip with brevity and will keep readers grinning.”
-Children’s Literature Newletter for Adults
“…fast dialogue and lots of lively detail.”
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