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Synopsis
Alec's world changes when he meets Abu the genie! Disasters were leading two-nil on Alec's disaster-triumph scorecard when he slipped into the vacant factory lot, with Ginger Wallace hot on his heels, ready to destroy him. There was a catastrophe awaiting him at home too, and of course school was yet another disaster area. But his luck seemed to be changing when he discovered a sealed beer can that was obviously empty. Stranger still, when he held it up to his ear, he could hear a faint snoring ...
Is The Third Class Genie appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 8 and up.
A lighthearted middle-grade fantasy about a boy who discovers a genie in a beer can. Features schoolyard conflicts and magical mishaps but no concerning content—pure wish-fulfillment fun with gentle lessons about responsibility.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language.
Who'll love this
Kids will love the idea of finding a genie who can grant wishes and help with everyday problems like bullies and schoolwork.