Book details
Best in Show for Rotten Ralph: A Rotten Ralph Rotten Reader (Rotten Ralph Rotten Readers)
Description
Hoping to beat his cousin Percy in the cat show, Ralph allows Sarah to help him spruce up his image and get in shape. The experience teaches him the importance of being true to oneself. 'To thine own self be true.' The cat show is coming to town and Rotten Ralph is hungry for glory – and desperate to defeat his perfect cousin Percy, whatever it takes. According to Sarah, Ralph has to stop being a lazy scoundrel and follow her regimen to achieve poise and polish. When the competition gets under way, Ralph pretends to be something he's not and fails. Just in time, Ralph decides victory can be his only if he stops pretending and really lets the fur fly. With eye-popping art and an ingeniously comic text, this fourth book in the appealing series for beginning readers follows everyone's favorite red-furred rascal on his path to a wholly satisfying last laugh.
Age
6-8
Text complexity
developing
Length
48 pages
Book in series
#3
Why to read
- Engaging Storytelling: Jack Gantos is known for his ability to craft stories that are both entertaining and educational. 'Best in Show for Rotten Ralph' continues this tradition with a narrative that keeps young readers engaged and amused while they follow the misadventures of Rotten Ralph.
- Character Development: Rotten Ralph is a character with a distinct personality that evolves throughout the series. Reading this book provides an opportunity to learn from Ralph's mistakes and triumphs, offering valuable lessons in behavior and consequences.
- Reading Skills Improvement: As part of the 'Rotten Ralph Rotten Readers' series, this book is designed to help early readers develop their skills. The language is accessible, the sentences are concise, and the text is paired with supportive illustrations, making it an excellent choice for children who are practicing their reading.
- Fun Illustrations: The book is filled with colorful and expressive illustrations that not only complement the story but also add a visual element that can help readers better understand the text and keep them interested in the story.