This is the story of a boy and realizing how he is different from other people.

And one winter night, Zinkoff's differences show that any name can someday become 'hero. Loser by Jerry Spinelli displays the story of the childhood of Donald Zinkoff, but mainly 1st grade to 6th grade. He doesn't know he's not like everyone else. Just like other kids, Zinkoff rides his bike, hopes for snow days, and wants to be like his dad when he grows up. Other kids have their own word to describe him, but Zinkoff is too busy to hear it. This classic book is perfect for fans of Gordon Korman and Carl Hiaasen. As readers follow Zinkoff from first through sixth grade, it becomes impossible not to identify with and root for him through failures and triumphs. With some of his finest writing to date and great wit and humor, Jerry Spinelli creates a story about a boy's individuality surpassing the need to fit in and the genuine importance of failure. And one winter night, Zinkoff's differences show that any name can someday become 'hero.' Other kids have their own word to describe him, but Zinkoff is too busy to hear it. But Zinkoff also raises his hand with all the wrong answers, trips over his own feet, and falls down with laughter over a word like 'Jabip.' This classic book is perfect for fans of Gordon Korman and Carl Hiaasen. The only problem is, he's a loser.įrom renowned Newbery-winning author Jerry Spinelli comes a powerful story about how not fitting in just might lead to an incredible life.

He can’t believe how silently the snow falls. Then he thinks she’s running through the snow, enjoying her freedom. He wonders if she is hiding under the snow, playing a game. He laughs easily, he likes people, he loves school, he tries to rescue lost girls in blizzards, he talks to old ladies. Zinkoff walks through the deepening snow, whispering Claudia ’s name. This classic book is perfect for fans of Gordon Korman and Carl Hiaasen. About the Book Donald Zinkoff is one of the greatest kids you could ever hope to meet.

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