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Gr 2-4 Fourth-grader Bobby Ellis-Chan definitely has some things working against him. His father, an ex-linebacker for the Los Angeles Earthquakes, attracts the attention of fans everywhere they go. It's embarrassing. His parents adore his bratty little sister, his asthma makes it impossible to have a pet with fur, and the family dryer causes him to suffer from static clingfunny to others but not to him. There are some good things about his life, though. He has a goldfish that he's taught to do t...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

Those clamoring for fiction with nonwhite or biracial characters in which race is not the focus will welcome nine-year-old Bobby Ellis-Chan. Bobby and Holly have been best friends since babyhood, but they've learned over the last couple of years to keep their friendship secret. When Holly, rather than joining Bobby for their annual rock-hunting trip the last day of summer vacation, chooses instead to go shopping (gasp!) with Jillian Zarr, Bobby...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

Nine-year-old Bobby Ellis-Chan has been best friends with Holly since babyhood. The story of how they lose then rediscover the...Log In or Sign Up to Read More