Fifth-grader Berticus exists at the collision point of homework, tests, bullies, first crush and the pressure from The Perfect Studentโnot a pretty sight, but a funny one. Berticus goes from lunchroom self-appointed maรฎtre d', to his secret club, an impromptu sing-a-long following a bathroom mishap, surviving bullies, becoming a martial arts superhero, running for class president, to school band with the gi ...Full description
Fifth-grader Berticus exists at the collision point of homework, tests, bullies, first crush and the pressure from The Perfect Studentโnot a pretty sight, but a funny one. Berticus goes from lunchroom self-appointed maรฎtre d', to his secret club, an impromptu sing-a-long following a bathroom mishap, surviving bullies, becoming a martial arts superhero, running for class president, to school band with the girl heโs been crushing onโฆand all bets are off.Brian Silbert masterfully explores resilience, friendship, heart, humor and the complexities of being a fifth-grader on his way to middle school.