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Jan 29, 2009 Deb Sorensen rated it it was amazing I was rolling on the ground, laughing through ever page...I loved this one...recomended to everyone who ever had to move...I've read it to my 3rd graders (who didn't laugh as much as I did) and my 5th graders (who laughed MORE than I did)... I was rolling on the ground, laughing through ever page...I loved this one...recomended to everyone who ever had to move...I've read it to my 3rd graders (who didn't laugh as much as I did) and my 5th graders (who laughed MORE than I did)... ...more
May 07, 2009 Joanie rated it really liked it Cute, kid has to move and make new friends... is afraid of becoming the "new kid" or the "wierd kid" he has never been especially nice to. By the author of the Junie B. Jones books. Working well with my 3rd grade group. Cute, kid has to move and make new friends... is afraid of becoming the "new kid" or the "wierd kid" he has never been especially nice to. By the author of the Junie B. Jones books. Working well with my 3rd grade group. ...more
Dec 19, 2010 Emily rated it liked it This book was a book project for school. I thought the book was ok because it was more a boyish kind of book. If you are an educator this book is a great learning guide because the are many hands on activities to go along with the reading.
Apr 11, 2010 Elizabeth rated it it was amazing Great book for 5th graders. My classes really loved this book!
Feb 01, 2011 Bee rated it it was amazing Any kid from ages 9-12 should read this book. It was my first emotional book when I was 9! Wonderful!!!
Apr 23, 2012 Miss Erica rated it really liked it GR Level: OElementary: FIC PAR Same author as Junie B. Jones. Really funny story of a really funny boy.
Sep 06, 2012 Madi rated it it was amazing Hahaha! i laugh just THINKING about this book! LOL
Jan 21, 2013 Allison rated it it was amazing Wonderful. Not surprised at all that my 4th graders like it so much!
Apr 08, 2021 Jennie MC rated it it was amazing One of my childhood faves, revisited. This book is so funny.
Aug 02, 2012 Nafi Camara rated it it was amazing 1. I like this book because I could relate to it. For example, on page 7 it says, “I’m bored and my leg’s hot,” I whined “Also I think I might be getting carsick.” Just like me, when I don’t want to go somewhere I nag about it to make the place sound bad. Also, on page 61
it says on the first day of school no one talked too talked to him except Molly. Also, like me when I first started ST.HOPE nobody talked to me except Gazelle. 2. I would recommend this book to my older cousin Mory because when 2. I would recommend this book to my older cousin Mory because when he first came from Africa. When he first went to school for the first time. He had no friends and he couldn`t speak English. Another reason is that he was very shy and he had a hard time making friends. 3.
One challenge that really was hard for me was when I saw the italics and didn’t know what it meant. It said “Relax” and I read on and it said “I thought to myself.” But before I did that I read before it and while reading before I noticed I had to use contexts clues to figure out what it meant. 4. The character I would like to describe is Molly. Molly is a fun, persevering, and, welcoming character. The reason why I describe her as fun is because, Molly always has something to do like
play dress up. Also, persevering because even though Howard (the main character) didn’t want to “hang out” with her, she at least tried to be his friend. Finally, Molly is welcoming because she was the one who “showed” Howard around town. If Molly was a real person she would be a great friend.
Oct 22, 2014 Ashley rated it it was amazing As part of UMHB's READ3307, I read "The Kid in the Red Jacket." I remember reading this book in 4th grade & loving it. I read it a few years ago again & enjoyed it & appreciated it just the same, but with a different, older perspective. This book was written by Barbara Park, who also authored the Junie B. Jones series. The Kid in the Red Jacket follows a young boy, Howard, as he and his family move to a new town and he's the new kid at his new school. The book is written in 1st person, so the re As part of UMHB's READ3307, I read "The Kid in the Red Jacket." I remember reading this book in 4th grade & loving it. I read it a few years ago again & enjoyed it & appreciated it just the same, but with a different, older perspective. This book was written by Barbara Park, who also authored the Junie B. Jones series. The Kid in the Red Jacket follows a young boy, Howard, as he and his family move to a new town and he's the new kid at his new school. The book is written in 1st person, so the reader gets to experience all of Howard's thoughts and emotions. Howard feels invisible at his new school (none of the kids know his name,), misunderstood by his parents, and annoyed by his rambunctious and persistent 6-year-old neighbor, Molly. Park brilliantly writes in the honest perspective of a child, & this book is not only heart-warming, but hilarious. Kids could easily relate to Howard & his experiences with school, family & friendships. Barbara Park uses humor to describe the awkwardness of the preteen years, making the problems light-hearted & easier to navigate. Although the book was written in the 1980's, the story is universal & still just as easy to relate to for kids reading it today. The protagonist is a 10-year-old, so I think this book would be most appropriate for elementary students: 3rd-6th graders possibly. ...more
Mar 01, 2008 Jen rated it liked it Howard Jeeter and his family have moved thousands of miles from Arizona to Massachusetts.
Nothing is going quite right for Howard; he misses all his old surroundings and friends in Arizona, the kids at his new school seems to ignore him, and he's constantly pestered by Molly Vera Thompson, the annoying 6-year-old who lives across the street. Will Howard finally adjust to his new home? Will Molly ever leave him alone? Barbara Park has a real gift for writing to children. I've read her books before Barbara Park has a real gift for writing to children. I've read her books before with 1st graders (Junie B.
Jones) and 4th graders (Skinnybones), and in both cases, they were a hit with the students. Just like those books, The Kid in the Red Jacket is filled with humor that children will truly laugh at, and it is told from a perspective that a child will be able to relate to (with several asides about the confusing things that grown-ups sometimes do). Adults might even have some laughs with this book, especially if they can remember and relate to Howard's fears about moving and the difficulties of
getting used to a new home.
This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. Howard Jetter and I have something in common we both used to live in the country and then we moved to a BIG!! city.As we go along howard lives next to a light red head named sally,Sally gets on howards nerves but they turn out to be the best of friends there is.When howard started middle school he wanted to make new friends and change his apperance.So by changing his apperance he makes some friends that sorta make a gang that bullies the under aged children like sally.SOOOOOOOOOOOO when howard g Howard Jetter and I have something in common we both used to live in the country and then we moved to a BIG!! city.As we go along howard lives next to a light red head named sally,Sally gets on howards nerves but they turn out to be the best of friends there is.When howard started middle school he wanted to make new friends and change his apperance.So by changing his apperance he makes some friends that sorta make a gang that bullies the under aged children like sally.SOOOOOOOOOOOO when howard gets the people his friends they start picking on sally and howard joins the tempet but you are going to halfed to read the book to find out more further on...............................................................................But this was a very good book my 5th grade teacher MR>SEELEY read it too me!!!!!! ...more
Dec 01, 2007 Deidra rated it it was amazing Written by Barbara Park, illustrated by Jim Warren. Published by Random House, Inc., copyright 1987. Grade level: 4th and up Ten year old Howard Jeeter has to deal with a lot of changes in his life when his family decides to move from warm Arizona to chilly
Massachusettes. As if his life isn't ruined enough, he soon catches the attentions of a six-year old girl from across the street that just won't leave him alone. Howard does need a friend, but this annoying little girl wasn't what he had in min Grade level: 4th and up Ten year old Howard Jeeter has to deal with a lot of changes in his life
when his family decides to move from warm Arizona to chilly Massachusettes. As if his life isn't ruined enough, he soon catches the attentions of a six-year old girl from across the street that just won't leave him alone. Howard does need a friend, but this annoying little girl wasn't what he had in mind. I thought this book was funny, witty, and packed with life-lessons. I think children will really be able to connect with Howard, I did! Possible themes or units: being the "new
kid," tollerance/acceptance of others, empathy and understanding, friendship.
Jan 23, 2009 Josiah rated it it was amazing I learned so much emotionally from this book, and also received a substantial amount of personal validation. Everything good about Barbara Park's writing is here—all-time great humor, meaningful literary wisdom, perfect understanding and expression of the inner workings of the human heart—and comes together to make one of the most memorable reading experiences it has ever been my pleasure to have come my way. The Kid in the Red Jacket holds a very special place in my heart, and I adore it. I th I learned so much emotionally from this book, and also received a substantial amount of personal validation. Everything good about Barbara Park's writing is here—all-time great humor, meaningful literary wisdom, perfect understanding and expression of the inner workings of the human heart—and comes together to make one of the most memorable reading experiences it has ever been my pleasure to have come my way. The Kid in the Red Jacket holds a very special place in my heart, and I adore it. I think back on it all the time, and I don't see that changing soon. Three words—Molly Vera Thompson—are all it takes, ever, to get a smile out of me. I do so love this book. ...more
Sep 01, 2014 Susie rated it really liked it Great example of voice; this book sounds like it could have been dictated by a ten year old boy. As I read it, I kept thinking how sad it was that Barbara Park died last year. I can see why there are
teachers who start off the year using this as a read aloud; many points could be made and discussions ensue. I compared this to my feelings when I moved when I was nine. Although I knew I would miss many good friends (and cried several times) I was thrilled to be moving to the state capital! My frie Great example of voice; this book sounds like it could have been dictated by a ten year old boy. As I read it, I kept thinking how sad it was that
Barbara Park died last year. I can see why there are teachers who start off the year using this as a read aloud; many points could be made and discussions ensue. I compared this to my feelings when I moved when I was nine. Although I knew I would miss many good friends (and cried several times) I was thrilled to be moving to the state capital! My friends got mad that I was excited about moving. I liked the counterbalance with the character of Molly, and the way Howard comes to realize she's
not all that bad.
Feb 18, 2016 Maggie Mcateer rated it really liked it This is a real review written by a 7 year old: This story is about a boy and his family moving from
Arizona to Massachusetts. He discovers changes in this book too. I liked how Howard changed at the end. He started to have compassion to Molly his neighbor. I really didn't like the part when Pete and Ollie come over to Howard's house, and start to play keep away. I would recommend this book to friends who like their feelings brought out. I would not recommend this book to friends who don't like to This story is about a boy and his family moving from Arizona to Massachusetts. He discovers changes in this book too. I liked how Howard changed at the end. He started to have compassion to Molly his neighbor. I really didn't like the part when Pete and Ollie come over to Howard's house, and start to play keep away. I would recommend this book to friends who like their feelings brought out. I would not recommend this book to friends who don't like to show people what they feel. [Later she explained that the book made her cry, which is why she wrote that last part.] ...more
This book would be a great book for new students or even a student that is having a hard time adjusting to the school or with friends. Honestly this book could be read by any student. Barabar Park really took the time addresses what it is like for students to move and have to find new friends. These new kids don't be labeled as the boy in the green shirt or kid in the red jacket. At one point Howard was ok with being the kid in the red jacket, it was better then not being talked to at all. Howar This book would be a great book for new students or even a student that is having a hard time adjusting to the school or with friends. Honestly this book could be read by any student. Barabar Park really took the time addresses what it is like for students to move and have to find new friends. These new kids don't be labeled as the boy in the green shirt or kid in the red jacket. At one point Howard was ok with being the kid in the red jacket, it was better then not being talked to at all. Howard doesn't just have to deal with being new to town, but the his 1st grade neighbor is a pain to him. Howard's mother tries to get him to see that he needs to be her friend. After only one time of him being mean to her to impress his friends, he realizes he needs to be her friend and that he needs her as a friend. ...more
Sep 22, 2020 Angela Breeze rated it it was amazing My students always enjoy listening to this story each year, because they find the story engaging, funny, empathetic, and frustrating all at one time. It is a great novel for helping to make new students feel welcomed and to give them someone to relate to who is also the new kid. Students always make sure to welcome new students with open arms because of Howard. Students also get frustrated with Howard's attitude but then enjoy seeing his growth over the novel from a self-centered individual who My students always enjoy listening to this story each year, because they find the story engaging, funny, empathetic, and frustrating all at one time. It is a great novel for helping to make new students feel welcomed and to give them someone to relate to who is also the new kid. Students always make sure to welcome new students with open arms because of Howard. Students also get frustrated with Howard's attitude but then enjoy seeing his growth over the novel from a self-centered individual who thinks others are paying a lot more attention to him then they really are to one who has compassion for others needs and feelings. Students and I will refer back to this novel as we work our way through reading units to make connections between the characters and theme in this novel with other text throughout the year. ...more
This book came highly recommended by a friend/teacher of mine. I had to read it right away and couldn't put it down until I finished. I think this book would be a great read aloud towards the beginning of the school year. It gives great visuals of the different experiences the main character is going through on his move to a new place and start at a new school. This would be great for students who are adjusting to new schools and also for those students who have been there for awhile. With guida This book came highly recommended by a friend/teacher of mine. I had to read it right away and couldn't put it down until I finished. I think this book would be a great read aloud towards the beginning of the school year. It gives great visuals of the different experiences the main character is going through on his move to a new place and start at a new school. This would be great for students who are adjusting to new schools and also for those students who have been there for awhile. With guidance and skilled questioning this can teach empathy towards new students and could be a good lead into a discussion on how to be a welcoming class to new students. Bonus: Barbara Park is an engaging author and the book will keep students wanting to know what is going to happen next. ...more
Dec 18, 2017 Amy rated it liked it This book went back and forth between 3 and a 4 stars. The voice sounded very similar to her Junie B Jones series (only with proper spelling), and I think that was part of the problem for me. Howard just didn't feel real. And
everything was just slightly over the top. The over the topness, if that is even a word, works well for Junie B., but not as well here. But...I am not really the audience for the book. I wish Howard would have really learned a lesson. He learned to tolerate Molly. But only ve The voice sounded very similar to her Junie B Jones series (only with proper spelling), and I think that was
part of the problem for me. Howard just didn't feel real. And everything was just slightly over the top. The over the topness, if that is even a word, works well for Junie B., but not as well here. But...I am not really the audience for the book. I wish Howard would have really learned a lesson. He learned to tolerate Molly. But only very, very reluctantly. The book seemed to play things a little too safe.
May 26, 2017 Volkert rated it it was amazing The trials and tribulations of moving as seen through the eyes of 5th grader, Howard Jeeter, as his family leaves Arizona for Massachusetts. HE has to leave his two friends behind, and gets befriended by a first-grade girl neighbor who drives him crazy.
Jul 29, 2022 Nicole rated it really liked it Park was really able to capture the perspective for a kid this age. You really feel his emotions, even completely understand him, even when he's being (an age appropriate) jerk. It was a really great job. Park was really able to capture the perspective for a kid this age. You really feel his emotions, even completely understand him, even when he's being (an age appropriate) jerk. It was a really great job. ...more
Oct 03, 2017 Carrie rated it it was amazing Read this with my fifth grader and we both loved it. He related to the characters and story so much.
I read this when I was a kid. Since my kid is really into the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, I bought him a copy. Howard seems relatable to Greg Heffley.
Apr 10, 2015 Kaley Robinson rated it really liked it Howard has to move from Arizona to
Massachusetts. Howard has to deal with making new friends, experiencing a new climate, and figuring out how he wants to act. Howard is faced with an annoying neighbor, an interesting dynamic of friends, and learning to deal to how to live in a place with snow and not sun. This story had many parts that students could relate to. There was moving to a new state, a new town, and even a new friend group. Howard has a lot of problems dealing with how people feel abo
Howard has to move from Arizona to Massachusetts. Howard has to deal with making new friends, experiencing a new climate, and figuring out how he wants to act. Howard is faced with an annoying neighbor, an interesting dynamic of friends, and learning to deal to how to live in a place with snow and not sun. This story had many parts that students could relate to. There was moving to a new state, a new town, and even a new friend group. Howard has a lot of
problems dealing with how people feel about him and how what relationships to have with certain people. I liked this book because it really felt that a fifth grade boy was speaking to me about what he has going on. I liked that we had all of Howard's thoughts and actions at all points and how he changed from being insecure to feeling secure and welcome. 1. Curricular connection: This book would be good for a unit on feelings or being kind. The students could understand what its like for new
students and how to help them transition into life in an entire new city. Students would gain a lot of character from this book and would be able to see how Howard change and make goals for themselves.
The Kid in the Red Jacket is about a 10 year old boy named Howard who moves to a new state with his family. He attracts the attention of the 6-year-old neighbor girl, who goes to extreme lengths to be
his friend. This book is great for students in the 3rd or 4th grade to read because it talks a lot about friendship, a major part of elementary school. Although this book is a little old, I think this book is very relatable, and many students will be excited about reading it.
Apr 13, 2015 Jaylyn rated it liked it Personal Reaction- This book is very relevant to myself, I moved many times
growing up and it is a very difficult transition. The main character is a young boy which can help other young boys relate to him. An easy read and good for 3rd-4th graders. Purposes- This book could be a good book to use for at the beginning of the school year because it shows that no matter where you come from or who you are we all struggle with hardships but how we handle them is the most important lesson. I want to te Purposes- This book could be a good book to use for at the beginning of the school year because it shows that no matter where you come from or who you are we all struggle with hardships but how we handle them is the most important lesson. I want to teach in the inner
city so I believe a book that shows hardships with family and moving and problems that are being solved in a proactive matter would be very beneficial. The book was pretty short and as stated before has a young boy as the main character which is good for other young boys to relate to. This would be a great book for independent reading. I read this book when I was in 4th grade independently and my mom read it as well and we had a book chat over lunch. Independent reading around 3rd-4th grade
should start some independent reading but should be encouraged by having conversations about them while doing something fun.
Personal reaction: I liked this book, but I found the main character to be somewhat exaggerated. I understand that moving to a new state, house, and school can be very trying for a kid,
but I thought the author overdid his anguish a little bit. Purposes: This would be a good that 2-4th graders would enjoy to read independently. It has good life lessons like learning how to fit in, and being a friend to someone who you wouldn't originally try to be friends with. Discussions about genres such as re Purposes: This would be a good that 2-4th graders would enjoy to read independently. It has good life lessons like learning how to fit in, and being a friend to someone who you wouldn't originally try to be friends with. Discussions about genres such as realistic fiction could be discussed. The students could discuss what books in this genre they have read before and why they do or
do not like them. Students could really relate to the characters in this book and it may help them with the struggles they are dealing with. Barbara Park received over
40 awards for her books, including 25 Children's Choice awards. Park was the daughter of a merchant and a secretary, Doris and Brooke Tidswell. She grew up in Mount Holly Township, New Jersey. From 1965 to 1967, she attended Rider College, later finishing her B.S. in 1969 at the University of Alabama. She married Richard A. Park in 1969. She lived in Phoenix, Arizona for Park was the daughter of a merchant and a secretary, Doris and Brooke Tidswell. She grew up in Mount Holly Township, New Jersey. From 1965 to 1967, she attended Rider College, later finishing her B.S. in 1969 at the University of Alabama. She married Richard A. Park in 1969. She lived in Phoenix, Arizona for almost 30 years and had two sons, Steven and David. She was the author of the popular Junie B. Jones children's series. She won seven Children's Choice Awards,
and four Parents' Choice Awards. She also wrote many middle grade novels, such as The Kid in the Red Jacket. (Source: Wikipedia) News & InterviewsThose of us who like to give books as holiday gifts have the same problem every year: People are weird. Well, people are very…specific is... Welcome back. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. What is the kid in the red jacket about?It's about a boy named Howard Jeeter who has to move from Arizona to small-town Massachusetts at age 10. To say that Howard is unhappy about leaving his home, school, and friends would be a huge understatement. The Kid in the Red Jacket is the story of Howard's adjustment to his new life. It's both funny and true.
How old is Howard in The Kid in the Red Jacket?Howard, 10, is miserable when his family moves from Arizona to Massachusetts in the middle of the school year. His first days in a new school are as bad as he expects—and, worse, the 7-year-old next door, Molly, decides Howard is her new best friend.
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