Bud not Buddy is my favorite book, and It always will be.I first read this book in fifth grade, and I am still reading it till this day(: I have read it about 6 times. and every time I love it more. So if your looking for a good book. read BUD NOT BUDDY. hes journey is real aspiring.
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Bud, Not Buddy
(1999, Fiction - Family Life, Written by Christopher Curtis)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 8, age appropriate for kids over 9; suggested age 9. -
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Common Sense says
Well-crafted tale of an orphan's search for home.
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for Ages 9 and Up
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About Bud, Not Buddy
Parents need to know that this well-crafted and funny tale of an orphan's poignant search for a home will keep readers turning the page. Parents should know that Bud runs away from his abusive foster family. There are frank descriptions of the horrors of the Depression. Written in a strong, compelling voice, it beautifully evokes life for African Americans, especially musicians, in Michigan during the Depression.
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Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about hope in the face of adversity. How does Bud manage to keep going? His mother told him when one door closes, another opens. Do you see this happening for Bud? Has that happened in your life?
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- I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
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best book ever.
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
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One of my favorite books of all time
"Bud, Not Buddy" is (in my opinion) a fantastic tale about an orphan boy in the Depression era who's on a search for his father. It has colorful characters, twists, and plenty of emotion. I read it as an assignment for school, but bought it because I liked it so much.
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Great!
i love this book! read it!
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The Best
I read this book in my Language Arts class and it was one of the best books I have ever read.It kept my intrest espically the rules.Named:Bud Caldwell's rules on making a better liar out of yourself and having a more fun life.Or something like that!But overall a AWSOME Book!
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