FICTION

The Gingerbread Man and the Leprechaun Loose at School

by Laura MURRAY
illus. by Mike Lowrey. 32p. Putnam. Jan. 2018. Tr $17.99. ISBN 9781101996942.
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K-Gr 2—The latest installation in the "Gingerbread Man"series is a festive St. Patrick's Day tale. A sneaky, tricky Leprechaun is turning thing topsy-turvy at school, and the Gingerbread Man is determined to catch him and prevent him from making any more mischief. Following the wee man's clues and the messes he leaves behind, the Gingerbread Man devises a perfect trap and finally outwits the tiny nuisance, forcing him to put things back in order. The final page promises more shenanigans, as the Leprechaun declares that he will be back! With a nod to all of the funny and classic tricks teachers conduct on Saint Patrick's Day (green toilet water, shamrock footprints, and messy rooms) this book is sure to please readers of all ages.
VERDICT A welcome addition to any library that has great potential to be a fun and entertaining read-aloud.
Reviewed by Jasmine L. Precopio, Fox Chapel Area School District, Pittsburgh , Feb 01, 2018

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