Tom Gates: Extra Special Treats (Not) by L Pichon
Published by Candlewick Press on April 22, 2019
ISBN: 1536207756
Pages: 240
Genres: Humor, Realistic Fiction
Format: Chapter Book Fiction
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Another entry into the Tom Gates series has Tom dealing with his cranky older sister Delia (Tom didn’t mean to startle her into dropping — and breaking — her phone), trying to focus in class so he can earn a Star Pupil badge, and enjoying the unexpected snowstorm which cancels school. Along the way he has to figure out how to undo the bad first impression he has made on his new neighbor, find the snacks his mom has hidden, plan a gift for the Fossils’ anniversary (his grandparents’ 50th), and deal with his annoying Aunt, Uncle, and cousins who move in when their pipes freeze. A fun series with a UK setting for those who love Dork Diaries and Wimpy Kid books. Tom Gates is a doodler and the book is graphical consisting of hand-written text and lots and lots of doodles.

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