The School for Whatnots by Margaret Peterson Haddix
Published by Katherine Tegen Books on March 1, 2022
ISBN: 0062838490
Pages: 304
Genres: Science Fiction
Format: Chapter Book Fiction
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At the end of elementary school, Max learns that his classmates have all been “whatnots.” Whatnots are android students that wealthy parents arrange to have as fellow students for their children to protect them from bullies and mean children. Max’s best friend Josie comes from a poor family and is given the opportunity to attend a good school by posing as a whatnot. The world Haddix creates has a huge divide between the haves and have nots and verges on the dystopian.

Reviewed by Karen Sandlin Silverman, Mt. Ararat Middle School, Topsham