Alley & Rex
Alley & Rex by Joel Ross, published by Simon and Schuster on September 28, 2021, is a humorous middle grade book that follows the adventures of two boys navigating the challenges of friendship and school. With 144 pages, this edition presents a story centered around Alley Katz, a sixth-grader facing the pressure of academic performance, and Rex, a shy fourth-grade genius in a bunny suit. As Alley tries to avoid being transferred to a new school, he finds himself reluctantly paired with Rex, who is determined to help him succeed.
Readers will discover a blend of humor and relatable school experiences as Alley and Rex work together to overcome their individual challenges. The narrative explores themes of friendship and self-discovery, highlighting the strengths each boy brings to their unlikely partnership. With elements of juvenile fiction and social themes, this book offers an engaging look at the dynamics of school life and the importance of support from friends.
Official synopsis Publisher
Fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Wayside School will love this first book in a new, off-the-wall middle grade series about two boys—one with the heart of a lion and the test scores of a baked potato, the other a shy boy genius in a bunny suit—finding their strengths and true friendship.
Sixth-grader Alley Katz is innocently trying to help a bunch of kindergarteners when the burrito hits the fan. Literally. A burrito. A ceiling fan. A hail of beans. Now he has to get an A on his science test or he’ll be transferred to the dreaded Steggles Academy.
An A seems impossible! Alley is kind, intrepid, and well-liked, but for some reason he doesn’t get graded on any of that. So the principal assigns a peer mentor to help: Rex, a fourth-grade genius who wears a bunny suit.
Alley is totally in favor of both bunnies and fourth graders, but he doesn’t need Rex. He has his own foolproof plan to ace the test. Still, Rex is determined to fulfill his duty as Alley’s mentor—and he may need some help of his own. One boy needs to stay in school, the other needs to get through it. Can this odd couple save the day—and each other?
Author
Publisher
Topics
FAQ
What is “Alley & Rex” about?
Who is the author of “Alley & Rex”?
When was “Alley & Rex” published?
What is the ISBN for “Alley & Rex”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
