Getting to Know Ruben Plotnick

When the coolest kid in the class drops by David's house after school, David is worried about how popular, zany Ruben Plotnick will react upon meeting unpredictable Grandma Rosie. Will he make fun of her to his classmates? Will he imitate her whispery voice? What will he do if Grandma Rosie suddenly wants to dance? To his surprise, and relief, David learns that although Ruben may be a joker, he has an instant rapport with Grandma Rosie and accepts her odd behavior. In fact, when Grandma Rosie calls out, "Nate, let's waltz!" Ruben gallantly and proudly dances around the kitchen with her. This heartwarming story of senility and school-age embarrassment reveals the importance of looking beneath the surface to really get to know someone. By accepting Grandma with all of her quirks, Ruben shows that he has a warm heart and can be a true friend.


Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Flashlight Press
Published: 09/01/2005
ISBN: 9780972922555
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 10.88h x 8.66w x 0.40d
Award: Grand Canyon Reader Award - Nominee
Award: Charlotte Award - Nominee
Award: Georgia Children's Book Award - Nominee

Review Citations: School Library Journal 11/01/2005 pg. 106
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2006 pg. 47 - Marginal, Seriously Flawed

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 102804 / Getting to Know Ruben Plotnick
Reading Level: 4 / Interest Level: Lower Grade / Point Value: 0.5