Greenwald, Tom

Bright but unenthusiastic middle school student Charlie Joe Jackson signs up for the school play in an attempt to get straight As on his last quarter report card in order to avoid having to go to Camp Rituhbukkee over the summer.

Middle schooler Charlie Joe is proud of his success at avoiding reading, but eventually his schemes go too far.

Tired of being forced to participate in sports and take extra lessons and tutoring to become well-rounded in anticipation of college, middle-schooler Jack Strong stages a sit-in on his couch until his parents ease up.

"Charlie Joe Jackson is back and he's at academic summer camp trying to convert all the other kids to non-academics"--Provided by publisher.

Bright but unenthusiastic middle school student Charlie Joe Jackson signs up for the school play in an attempt to get straight As on his last quarter report card in order to avoid having to go to Camp Rituhbukkee over the summer.

Middle schooler Charlie Joe is proud of his success at avoiding reading, but eventually his schemes go too far.