Content levels
Trigger warnings
Not yet taggedPositive tags
Protagonist archetypes
Synopsis
Upon moving to Hoboken, New Jersey, a boy convinces his two new friends to help him track down the mysterious phantom who stole his bicycle, as well as Arthur Bobowicz, owner of a giant chicken that once terrorized local citizens. Nick Itch isn't thrilled about having to move from the suburbs to hot, muggy Hoboken. But when he meets Bruno Ugg and Loretta Fischetti, the three become fast friends, bonding over Classics Comics, pirate radio, and a plan to find the legendary Arthur Bobowicz and his 266-pound chicken, Henrietta.
Is Looking for Bobowicz appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 8 and up.
A wholesome middle grade adventure about friendship and belonging. Three kids bond over quirky interests while investigating local legends including a giant chicken, with Pinkwater's signature gentle humor and zero concerning content.
What to know going in
This book has no graphic violence, no sexual content, and clean language.
Who'll love this
Kids will love following three friends as they track down mysterious legends in their new town, including a 266-pound chicken named Henrietta.