Nothing’s Fair in Fifth Grade
by Barthe DeClements
Nothing's Fair in Fifth Grade by Barthe DeClements holds a well received rating of 3.94 out of 5, based on 10.3K reader ratings. First published in 1981. The book spans 144 pages.
About Nothing's Fair in Fifth Grade
Jenny knows one thing for sure - Elsie Edwards is a fat thief who steals people's lunch money to buy candy. So when the book club money disappears, why is the whole class punished? Nothing's fair!But soon Jenny realizes some things aren't fair for Elsie, either. Elsie is on a strict diet, but when she starts losing weight, her mother won't buy her new clothes. Instead, she plans to send Elsie to boarding school. Suddenly everyone wants to help Elsie. Nothing's fair in fifth grade - but sometimes things get better!
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Barthe DeClements |
| Published | 1981 |
| Pages | 144 |
| Genres | Fiction, Young Adult, Fiction, Classics, Chick-lit |
| Average Rating | 3.94 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 10,276 |
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What genre is Nothing's Fair in Fifth Grade?
Nothing's Fair in Fifth Grade is categorized as Fiction, Young Adult, Fiction, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
Is Nothing's Fair in Fifth Grade worth reading?
Based on 10.3K reader ratings, Nothing's Fair in Fifth Grade has an average score of 3.94 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Nothing's Fair in Fifth Grade?
Nothing's Fair in Fifth Grade has 144 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote Nothing's Fair in Fifth Grade?
Nothing's Fair in Fifth Grade was written by Barthe DeClements. It was first published in 1981.
What is the ISBN for Nothing's Fair in Fifth Grade?
The ISBN-13 for Nothing's Fair in Fifth Grade is 9780140344430.0.
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