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Space Station Seventh Grade

Jerry Spinelli
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Space Station Seventh Grade

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2000

Book Brief

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Jerry Spinelli

Space Station Seventh Grade

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2000
Book Details
Pages

235

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Pennsylvania • 1980s

Publication Year

2000

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

600L

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Super Short Summary

Space Station Seventh Grade by Jerry Spinelli follows a seventh grader named Jason Herkimer as he navigates the challenges of adolescence. The story captures his journey through friendships, family dynamics, school life, and personal discoveries. Jason's experiences reflect the awkwardness and growth typical of this transitional phase in life.

Nostalgic

Humorous

Contemplative

Emotional

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.0

786 ratings

64%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jerry Spinelli’s Space Station Seventh Grade captures the awkward yet relatable trials of early adolescence. Readers appreciate its humor and engaging portrayal of junior high school life. However, some critique it for stereotypical characters and a dated perspective. The novel remains a nostalgic favorite for its authentic voice and heartfelt narrative.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Space Station Seventh Grade?

A reader who would enjoy Space Station Seventh Grade by Jerry Spinelli is typically a middle schooler navigating the complexities of adolescence. Fans of humorous, coming-of-age stories like Judy Blume's Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing or Jeff Kinney's Diary of a Wimpy Kid would appreciate its relatable themes and engaging narrative.

4.0

786 ratings

64%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

235

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Pennsylvania • 1980s

Publication Year

2000

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

600L

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