The Dunderheads
The Dunderheads by Paul Fleischman, published by National Geographic Books on February 14, 2012, is a reprint edition featuring 56 pages in English. This book presents a story centered around Miss Breakbone, a teacher who has little patience for her students, whom she refers to as dunderheads. However, the narrative unfolds to reveal how each child’s unique talent contributes to a remarkable display of teamwork, ultimately leading to a lesson for Miss Breakbone.
Readers will find a vibrant exploration of social themes, including self-esteem and self-reliance, as well as elements of mystery and detective stories. The engaging illustrations by David Roberts complement the narrative, bringing to life the quirky characters and their interactions. This edition invites readers to reflect on the importance of collaboration and the diverse strengths that individuals bring to a group setting.
Official synopsis Publisher
“A celebration of multiple intelligences, teamwork, and kid power.” — School Library Journal (starred review)
Miss Breakbone hates kids. Especially the time-squandering, mind-wandering, doodling, dozing dunderheads in her class. But each kid’s special talent is crucial to a spectacular display of teamwork that teaches Miss Breakbone a lesson she won’t soon forget. From the incomparable Paul Fleischman comes a winning cast of underdogs- and one of the most terrifying teachers you’ll ever meet — brought to vivid life in David Roberts’s quirky, hilarious illustrations.
Author
Publisher
Topics
FAQ
What is “The Dunderheads” about?
Who is the author of “The Dunderheads”?
When was “The Dunderheads” published?
What is the ISBN for “The Dunderheads”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
