Collection (2 Books) Superfudge / Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing

by Judy Blume

Peter finds his demanding two-year-old brother an ever increasing problem.

Genres: Childrens, Fiction, Young Adult, Realistic Fiction, Middle Grade, Classics, Juvenile

Paperback

Published January 1, 2000

About the author

Judy Blume spent her childhood in Elizabeth, New Jersey, making up stories inside her head. She has spent her adult years in many places doing the same thing, only now she writes her stories down on paper. Adults as well as children will recognize such Blume titles as: Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret; Blubber; Just as Long as We're Together; and the five book series about the irrepressible Fudge. She has also written three novels for adults, Summer Sisters; Smart Women; and Wifey, all of them New York Times bestsellers. More than 80 million copies of her books have been sold, and her work has been translated into thirty-one languages. She receives thousands of letters a year from readers of all ages who share their feelings and concerns with her.
Judy received a B.S. in education from New York University in 1961, which named her a Distinguished Alumna in 1996, the same year the American Library Association honored her with the Margaret A. Edwards Award for Lifetime Achievement. Other recognitions include the Library of Congress Living Legends Award and the 2004 National Book Foundation's Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters.
She is the founder and trustee of The Kids Fund, a charitable and educational foundation. She serves on the boards of the Author's Guild; the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators; the Key West Literary Seminar; and the National Coalition Against Censorship.
Judy is a longtime advocate of intellectual freedom. Finding herself at the center of an organized book banning campaign in the 1980's she began to reach out to other writers, as well as teachers and librarians, who were under fire. Since then, she has worked tirelessly with the National Coalition Against Censorship to protect the freedom to read. She is the editor of Places I Never Meant To Be, Original Stories by Censored Writers.
Judy has completed a series of four chapter books -- The Pain & the Great One -- illustrated by New Yorker cartoonist James Stevenson. She has co-written and produced a film adaptation of her book Tiger Eyes, and is currently writing a new novel.
Judy and her husband George Cooper live on islands up and down the east coast. They have three grown children and one grandchild.

Reviews

[Heather Baez · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just finished reading this aloud to Jacob. I think I enjoyed it just as much now as when (( I )) was seven and my mom read it to me. Jacob loved Fudge's antics and is excited to read Superfudge next.

[Elena Pousada · Rating 5 out of 5]

Grace Morgan - Algunas acciones de Fudge parecieron muy buscado. Algunas veces Fudge trate de hacer cosas que, yo pienso, un niño realmente no haría. Primero, cuando Fudge intentó a ir de casa y sus padres no lo detuvieron. Esto no es realista porque yo pienso que sus padres deben decir que Fudge no podía ir solo porque estaba triste. Otro ejemplo fue cuando Fudge voluntad para participar en la rendimiento con el autor y el describió a su principal con palabras como “feo, calvo, y gordo.” Esto no es realista porque un niño pequeño, como Fudge, no diría algo tan malicioso en frente de todo la escuela. Finalmente, no es realista que Fudge podía engañar a sus padres para tantos años que el creia en Santa Claus. Niños pequeños no podía mentir a sus padres muy bien. En conclusión, fue algunas momentos en el cuento cuando Fudge hacia cosas que no son tan realista por un niño de su edad.

[J · Rating 3 out of 5]

Remember, one man's simple plot summary from the bookflap may be another man's spoiler.

I've heard so much about Judy Blume that I thought I should read something of hers.

Personally, I didn't care for the snarky tone of the fourth-grade son, Peter, who narrates the story, which involves his dealings with his parents, his toddler brother Fudge, his classmates and neighbors.

But I know from Blume's success that age-appropriate readers gobble up her stuff, which is humorous but also makes points about the importance of family, parental authority, sibling rivalry, classroom competition, etc.

[Kristy McRae · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had read this many years ago, when I was about the age of the main character, Peter. This time around, it was with my reading group of second-grade students, and it was their first experience with the book. I loved introducing them to one of my childhood faves! Still love Peter, Fudge, and the pet turtle! Good stuff that has stood the test of time.

[Jacqueline · Rating 4 out of 5]

A really enjoyable read about young Peetah (Peter) and his younger brother Fudge.
It is written with great humour and made me chuckle out loud several times.
Originally written in the 70s it still stands as a relevant story today.
Suitable for anyone under the age of 9.

[Katherine · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is on the school reading list for year 6. I think it's too young for a 10 year old. It reminds me of Diary of a Wimpy Kid or Horrid Henry that was written when I was at school.

[Monique Liddle · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is another Judy Blume book that is helpful to kids growing up up and normalizing a lot of the issues through which kids struggle. Highly recommend.

[Dyllan Getz · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was very funny! Me and my friends at school read it and we all laughed together😸

[CaseyKS. · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was even more fantastic reading it as an adult with my 9 yr old son. We laughed so hard. It was a good, lighthearted read!

[Jessica · Rating 3 out of 5]

This delightful Judy Blume novel about a boy and his bratty little brother didn't mean that much to me when I was a kid -- I was much more interested in Blume's girl-oriented novels. But now that my older boy is (a) reading and (b) possessed of a little brother, we gave this one another look and found it to be a perfect book to share. Peter's travails are funny and moving, and Blume doesn't shy away from some of the more difficult feelings a kid can have about his family life and friends at school.

[Elizabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

At the end of first grade, our teacher took each of us aside and had us read aloud to her to assess our reading and comprehension skills. I'm not sure what she had other people read (since the title suggests to me that this book was intended for fourth-graders), but for whatever reason she had me read the first chapter of Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing, and I thought it was the funniest thing I had ever read and immediately fell in love with it.

I suppose it was only fitting that Fudge took over the series, just as he took over Peter's life.

[Annabel · Rating 3 out of 5]

The 'Fudge' series are just perfect for pre-teens; funny, entertaining and full of mischevious action. These books are particularly funny and poignant for readers who have younger siblings but are undoubtedly hilarious for any 9 - 12 year old.

The books aren't particularly challenging for young readers, but in the pure fact that they encourage further reading through pure enjoyment of the stories, they are a great addition to any child's bookshelf.

[Cambria Speed · Rating 3 out of 5]

I thought it was okay.One reason that wasn't my favorite part was that it said a lot of mean words like stupid or shut up.And I liked it when Fudge smeared mashed potato's all over the wall!The characters in this book are Fudge,Mom,Dad,Peter,and even more that you will discover by reading "Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing"!!!!!!

[Jo Case · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved the Fudge books SO much as a kid. Then, even better, I brought my son on board as a fan when he was in primary school. Was such fun to revisit them together and share private jokes about Fudgie, Peetah and Tootsie. ('Eat it or wear it.') Deserved classics.

[Jenny · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a GREAT book for boys, especially boys with younger brothers. It's a book my eleven year old enjoyed reading together.

[Jane Deaux]

the other night i had a dream that i was a kid again and i was looking at the books on my bookshelf. this was one of them. i haven't thought about this book in probably about 20 years.

[Clay.Rawr! Simbo]

lol....:0

[Kyle · Rating 4 out of 5]

I re-read this book with my 4-year-old son last month, and remembered how much I absolutely adored it as a kid. He and I were both laughing in parts, and he really seemed to enjoy it, too.

[Rebecca · Rating 5 out of 5]

very good!

[Lara · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Peter. Fabulous book.

[Loisiwoodzienonu · Rating 5 out of 5]

THIS IS A COOL BOOK!! :P

[Anyah]

i want 2 read\

[Diana Pettis · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved the Superfudge book.

[Yee · Rating 5 out of 5]

A couple of my most loved books from when I was younger. I still read them sometimes and they still make me chuckle. I recommend this to everyone. Young and old.

[Leigh · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tales is a must read every year with the kids. I love doing Fudge's voice and reading the birthday party scene with the kids. :)

[Emma Schonell · Rating 3 out of 5]

The teacher read this book to my year 6 class. Good times...

[Patricia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very funny cute book grade for 4th grade and younger!

[Annabella Nagy · Rating 5 out of 5]

How donyou read it in here? Can you even read it here or you have to buy it?

[Brenden · Rating 5 out of 5]

GOOD

[Zara · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is really fun and exciting!