Ungifted
Ungifted by Gordon Korman is a reprint edition published by HarperCollins on February 18, 2014. This 288-page novel presents a humorous and heartfelt story centered around Donovan Curtis, a middle-school troublemaker who inadvertently finds himself in a gifted and talented program after a prank goes awry. As Donovan navigates this unexpected environment, he discovers that his unconventional approach may be just what the Academy of Scholastic Distinction needs, despite his struggles with traditional academic subjects.
Readers will encounter a blend of humor and social themes as Donovan’s journey unfolds, featuring elements such as friendship, school dynamics, and the challenges of fitting in. The narrative includes engaging scenarios like robot fights and middle-school dances, showcasing the quirky adventures that arise from Donovan’s presence in the gifted program. This edition of Ungifted offers a unique perspective on intelligence and the value of diverse talents, making it a relatable read for those interested in juvenile fiction that explores social themes and humorous stories.
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From #1 New York Times bestselling author Gordon Korman comes a hilarious and heartfelt novel in which one middle-school troublemaker accidentally moves into the gifted and talented program—and changes everything.
For fans of Louis Sachar and Jack Gantos, this funny and touching underdog story is a lovable and goofy adventure with robot fights, middle-school dances, live experiments, and statue-toppling pranks!
When Donovan Curtis pulls a major prank at his middle school, he thinks he’s finally gone too far. But thanks to a mix-up by one of the administrators, instead of getting in trouble, Donovan is sent to the Academy of Scholastic Distinction, a special program for gifted and talented students.
Although it wasn’t exactly what Donovan had intended, the ASD couldn’t be a more perfectly unexpected hideout for someone like him. But as the students and teachers of ASD grow to realize that Donovan may not be good at math or science (or just about anything), he shows that his gifts may be exactly what the ASD students never knew they needed.
Don’t miss the sequel to this word-of-mouth hit: Supergifted! This funny and heartwarming sequel to Ungifted cleverly sends up our preconceived ideas about intelligence, heroism, and popularity.
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