Whether fudge is throwing a temper tantrum in a shoe store, smearing smashed potatoes on walls at hamburger heaven, or scribbling all over peters homework, hes never far from trouble. In addition to her hilarious fudge books, tales of a fourth grade nothing, otherwise known as sheila the great, superfudge, fudgeamania and double fudge, some of her incredibly popular books include the pain and the great one series and freckle juice. Judy blume is the awardwinning and enduringly popular author of more than twenty books for young people. Teachersfirst receives a small portion of the proceeds to support our free service for teachers. We had a problem with my original title, peter, fudge and dribble, because another book had just come out called peter potts. Judy lives in key west, florida, and new york city with her husband. Just as generations of fans have loved the fudge books, generations of judys family have inspired them. Juicyo 3 the family dog 4 my brother the bird 5 the birthday bash 6 fang hits town. It is the first in the fudge series and was followed by superfudge, fudge a mania, and double fudge 2002. Fudge is backand driving his brother peter shelve fudgeamania. More than 75 million copies of her books have been sold, and she receives nearly a thousand. From judy blume, bestselling author oftales of a shelve superfudge. We like to start each new school year with this book because its humor helps develop a love of reading in our students.
Tales of a fourth grade nothing mr rothwells class blog. Reading to kids is a grassroots organization dedicated to inspiring underserved children with a love of reading, thereby enriching their lives and opportunities for future success. Here is a list of books our teacher editors suggest for students in grade 4. Two is a crowd when peter and his little brother, fudge, are in the same room. See more ideas about fourth grade, tales of a 4th grade nothing and 4th grade reading. Tales of a fourth grade nothing chapters 78 summary. The debut book of the series is titled as tales of a fourth grade nothing.
Grownups think fudge is absolutely adorable, but peter and his pet turtle, dribble, know the truth. Tales of a fourth grade nothing is about peter hatcher, who is in year four, and his younger brother fudge. Listen to tales of a fourth grade nothing audiobook by judy blume. Tales of a fourth grade nothing is the first book in this hugely successful series from the bestselling author and household name judy blume. Judys first book in the fudge series, tales of a fourth grade nothing, was published in 1972. Book tales of a fourth grade nothing by judy blume. I couldnt come up with anything i liked as well and finally sent ann a list of twenty possibilities, among them, tales of a fourth grade nothing. Tales of a fourth grade nothing is a fairly short young readers chapter book written by judy blume. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Tales of a fourth grade nothing by judy blume librarything. Mar 27, 2007 listen to tales of a fourth grade nothing audiobook by judy blume. Our selections include titles for both girls and boys who have a variety of interests. Tales of a fourth grade nothing by judy blume book 1 of the fudge series. Fourth grader peter hatcher has a terrible problem his little brother fudge.
She is thrilled to be celebrating its 30th anniversary with the publication of double fudge. The novel takes a humorous but honest view of sibling rivalry, and the challenges of reasoning with an imaginative, stubborn 3yearold. Apr 05, 2007 peter, the fourth grade nothing, is beyond exasperated with his threeyearold brother fudge. The book is about a boy named peter, a fourth grade student, and his spirited brother, fudge. Although otherwise known as sheila the great features many of the same characters as the series, it does not fit exactly in the continuity of it because, as a spinoff, it. Tales of a fourth grade nothing is perfect for readers who are moving past picture books and diving headfirst into the exciting world of chapter books. Read more peter thinks he has the worlds biggest problem his naughty little brother, fudge. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. These two brothers fail to get along and their father is no help. Living with his little brother, fudge, makes peter hatcher feel like a fourth grade nothing. Tales of a fourth grade nothing questions and answers. Tales of a fourth grade nothing is the first book in the hilariously funny fudge series from the bestselling author and household name judy blume, featuring cover art from picture book. My favorite part is when fudge smears mashed potatoes on the wall.
Although otherwise known as sheila the great features many of the same characters as the series, it does not fit exactly in. Tales of a fourth grade nothing fudge series book 1. Tales of a fourth grade nothing summary gradesaver. I was so nervous i could hardly eat but she was so warm and friendly i finally relaxed. Read with me tales of the fourth grade nothing chapter 1 and. In term 1 the students in 4r read tales of a fourth grade nothing by judy blume. Whenever fudge acts up, he is called on to help, to cajole, or even to take the blame.
Peter, the fourth grade nothing, is beyond exasperated with his threeyearold brother fudge. Class set of tales of a fourth grade nothing donorschoose. Peter, because hes the oldest, must deal with fudgies disgusting cuteness, his constant meddling with peters stuff, and other grave offenses, one of which is almost too much to bear. Our fourth graders love to read about fudge in tales of a fourth grade nothing. Tales of a fourth grade nothing fudge series book 1 kindle edition by blume, judy. Tales of a fourth grade nothing is a novel by judy blume in which the mischievous fudge wreaks havoc on the lives of his family, especially that of his. Tales of a fourth grade nothing by judy blume scholastic. The book talks about how peter survives with an alien instead of a real brother. In the sequel to tales of a fourth grade nothing, peter discovers his mother is. But he hates his little brother fudge who is very very very annoying. Tales of a fourth grade nothing hardcover 2002 author judy blume by aa and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The question and answer section for tales of a fourth grade nothing is a great resource to ask questions, find answers, and discuss the novel.
Tales of a fourth grade nothing by judy blume alibris. A nice book would have been a good idea, i thought. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading tales of a fourth grade nothing fudge series book 1. Celebrate 45 years of tales of a fourth grade nothing. Tales of a fourth grade nothing by judy blume and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
Tales of a fourth grade nothing is the first of these entertaining yarns. This is a funny story about peter and his little brother fudge. Tales of a fourth grade nothing is the first book in this hugely successful series from the bestselling author and household name judy blume, featuring cover art from picture book star, emily gravett. It is recommended for 3rd through 6th graders due to.
Peter is the fourth grade and his younger farley is currently three yrs. I would recommended this book to children whom have. Have each team brainstorm words that describe characteristics e. Me reading tales of the fourth grade nothing and i miss spoke when i said this was the first book the actual first book is otherwise known as sheila the. Tales of a fourth grade nothing paragraph 1 this book is a humorous book about peter a fourth grader who lives in newyork. Tales of a fourth grade nothing by judy blume, paperback barnes. My son found fudges antics very funny there was a description of a birthday party filled with equally fudgelike toddlers that he particularly enjoyed but he. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. This book is basically set in the new york city, new york, us. Feb 27, 2014 in addition to her hilarious fudge books, tales of a fourth grade nothing, otherwise known as sheila the great, superfudge, fudge a mania and double fudge, some of her incredibly popular books include the pain and the great one series and freckle juice. Tales of a fourth grade nothing is a childrens novel written by american author judy blume and published in 1972. The language is simple, and each chapterstory is short and snappygiving you a perfect time to take a break whenever the going gets tough.
Tales of a fourth grade nothing the fudge series blume, judy, blume, judy on. Tales of a fourth grade nothing by judy blume, paperback. Parents need to know that tales of a fourth grade nothing is the first in judy blumes fudge series about the hatcher family. Tales of a fourth grade nothing lesson ideas for tales of a fourth grade nothing week 1. Here is a list of books our teacher editors suggest for students in grade 5. Tales of a fourth grade nothing by judy blume overdrive. Hatcher, their older son peter, and younger son farley drexel, whom everyone calls fudge. Peter is a normal 9 year old boy but fudge is anything but normal. It was published by the berkley publishers in the year 1972. You can customize the printable with the options shown below, or you can just click the build printable button to create it now.
Tales of a fourth grade nothing by judy blume abebooks. When peters mother says to scrub his hands she means for him to use soap and rub his. Tales of a fourth grade nothing by judy blume synopsis two is a crowd when peter and his little brother, fudge, are in the same room. It is the first in the fudge series and was followed by superfudge, fudgeamania, and double fudge 2002. A few years later, my first agent submitted the story to ann durell, editor of childrens books at e. Tales of a fourth grade nothing is the first in a series of four books about the hatcher family. Read with me tales of the fourth grade nothing chapter 1. Dogeared did not begin to describe its condition, and yet i cherished it, taking it with me on just about every road trip or family vacation. Tales of a fourth grade nothing by judy blume tells the story of two siblings.
Peters teasing of farley sometimes lands him in precarious situations. Listen to tales of a fourth grade nothing by judy blume at. In the hands of the amazing judy blume, whos written plenty of famous books about kids and adolescents and sold more than 80 million of them, peter and fudge hatcher come to life. Tales of a fourth grade nothing was one of those books i voraciously read over and over until the copy that i owned started falling apart. Tales of a fourth grade nothing tells the story of peter hatcher, a 9yearold boy who lives with his family in new york city. At least that seems to be the case for peter hatcher, the longsuffering protagonist and narrator of tales of a fourth grade nothing 1972. The plot of this book features the lead characters as sheila tubman, fudge hatcher, peter hatcher, and jimmy fargo. Two is a crowd when peter and his fouryearold brother, fudge, are in the same room. Tales of a fourth grade nothing introduction shmoop. Order the entire unit today for all of the handouts listed below. Oct 20, 2019 me reading tales of the fourth grade nothing and i miss spoke when i said this was the first book the actual first book is otherwise known as sheila the great but these books can be read our of. Audrey i read this book in 3rd and 4th grade the age where your reading skills are.