Jerry spinelli was born in norristown, pennsylvania on february 1, 1941. Loser by jerry spinelli paperback scholastic book clubs. I love this book and think it has such important lessons on bullying and acceptance. Loser book by jerry spinelli 7 available editions half. It details the growth of donald zinkoff, who is branded a loser by his classmates due to his clumsiness, poor performance in school and athletics, and sometimes clueless enthusiasm. Although zinkoff is not book smart, he does his best.
This novel guide includes vocabulary words, discussion questions, and journal prompts for the book loser by jerry spinelli. Loser, by jerry spinelli, is one of my favorite fiction novels. This classic book is perfect for fans of gordon korman and carl hiaasen. You grow up with a kid but you never really notice him. Though some kids still view zinkoff as a loser, there is a glimmer of hope that there may be more to this kid than meets the eye. Even though his classmates from first grade on have considered him strange and a loser, daniel zinkoffs optimism and exuberance and the support of his loving family. New york public librarys one hundred titles for reading and sharing about the book. His novels are recognized for their humor and poignancy, and his characters and situations are often drawn from his. Once again, newbery medalwinning author jerry spinelli uses great wit and humor to create the unique story of zinkoff as he travels from first through sixth grades. Loser by jerry spinelli and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Because he is a such a bighearted kid, zinkoff spends a great deal of time. Jan 08, 2008 from renowned newberywinning author jerry spinelli comes a powerful story about how not fitting in just might lead to an incredible life. Listen free to loser by jerry spinelli with a free trial.
Presumably if loser makes one child view a different kid as a threedimensional character, spinelli will consider his book successful. The other kids in school bully zinkoff for everything. This paperback was delivered to me in perfect conditions and in a timely manner. Middle grades realistic fiction is always a hit with children age 912it will pack a good emotional punch and resonate with most of them. Oct, 2009 from renowned newberywinning author jerry spinelli comes a powerful story about how not fitting in just might lead to an incredible life. But he also raises his hand with all the wrong answers, trips over his own feet, falls down with laughter over a word like jabip. The main character, zinkoff finds himself at the end of.
I also had students then write the literal meanings of each quotati. Loser, by jerry spinelli, follows the life throughout grade school of a boy named donald zinkoff, who has a hard time achieving success in anything he does, yet proves to be very successful at being a good person. From renowned newberywinning author jerry spinelli comes a powerful story. Even though his classmates from firstgrade on have considered him strange and a loser, daniel zinkoffs optimism and exuberance and the support of. Loser is a coming of age young adult novel first published in 2002 by american author jerry spinelli. This is a literature unit for the book loser by jerry spinelli. From renowned newberywinning author jerry spinelli comes a powerful story about how not fitting in just might lead to an. Dec 03, 2020 from renowned newberywinning author jerry spinelli comes a powerful story about how not fitting in just might lead to an incredible life. Donald zinkoff cant sit still, cant stop laughing, falls over his own feet, adores school and silly words and his family, is prone to throwing up due to a defective stomach valve, is impervious to peer pressure, and never frets about being perennially last in any competition just as hes last in the alphabet. Loser by jerry spinelli focuses on donald zinkoff and his travels through school. Loser book summary written by jerry spinelli youtube.
Other books by jerry spinelli copyright about the publisher 1. He laughs easily, he likes people, he loves school, he tries to rescue lost girls in. May 01, 2018 from renowned newberywinning author jerry spinelli comes a powerful story about how not fitting in just might lead to an incredible life. But zinkoff also raises his hand with all the wrong answers, trips. The main plot of the story is that donald zinkoff has horrible handwriting, is clumsy, and is a loser to everyone else. Plus each order gives back to the class in free books and resources. This detailed literature summary also contains topics for discussion and a free quiz on loser by jerry spinelli. Loser, by jerry spinelli, follows the life throughout grade school of a boy named donald zinkoff, who has a hard time achieving success in anything he does, yet proves to be very successful at being a. Loser general characteristics athe author the author of the book loser is jerry spinelli who is a writer of books for kids. One of the main themes in the novel, loser, is that of friendship. Even when they dont his kindness and positive energy is an inspiration. I would recommend this book to kids in upper elementary school or middle school students. Books are offered at exclusively low prices and shipped to the classroom for free. Hoping for snow days, wanting to be his dad when he grows up.
It is important for kids who are not bullied or picked on to know what it is like to be the outsider. One example of this change comes at the end of the book when zinkoffs persistence pays off, and he is selected to play on bonces football team. Zinkoff is like all kids running, playing, riding his bike. It is a good book for students who are entering middle school to read and discuss. They cut the quotations apart and place them on the appropriate figurative language term. We really liked this book because it was suspenseful.
Listen to loser audiobook by jerry spinelli and steve buscemi. The author recounts zinkoffs storya case study of sortsin short sentences from a deliberately reportorial point of view, documenting the first years of the boys life and his evolution into a loser. Loser has 7 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. Charging joyously into each day, zinkoff baffles older. To place an order, you must be connected to a teacher via the class code, or search for the teacher to get connected. Just like other kids, zinkoff rides his bike, hopes for snow days, and wants to be like his dad when he grows up.
Donald zinkoff mom dad polly minor classmates teachers number of pages harper collins lexile 218 650l how does the main character know himself better at the end of the story. Mar 02, 2010 this book is a lot like stargirl, in that it presents a misunderstood person in a different light than what people would normally view them. Loser is an unusual book, because it does not just describe. Loser, by jerry spinelli, follows the life throughout grade school of a boy named donald zinkoff, who has a hard time achieving success in anything he does, yet. Loser 9780060540746 by spinelli, jerry and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices.
Recess turns out to be just another name for life as he has always known it chapter 6, a wonderful question, pg. Page 1 cover page 2 vocabulary list page 3, 4, 5 vocabulary activities page 6, 7, 8 character sketches page 9 map activity page 10 ch. The main plot of the story is that donald zinkoff has horrible handwriting, is clumsy. This middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 6, especially during homeschooling. Loser is unique for being written in the second person. You can never go wrong with a jerry spinelli kids book. Loser 2002, by american author jerry spinelli, is a coming of age novel for young adults. His other books include smiles to go, loser, space station seventh grade, who put that hair in my toothbrush. Pdf loser book by jerry spinelli 2002 read online or free. Loser jerry spinelli paperback harpercollins canada. From renowned newberywinning author jerry spinelli comes a powerful story about how not fitting in just might lead to an incredible life.
Donald zinkoff is one of the greatest kids you could ever hope to meet. Read loser online read free novel read light novel. Pdf loser book by jerry spinelli 2002 read online or. Read free book excerpt from loser by jerry spinelli, page 1 of 2. He received a bachelors degree from gettysburg college and a masters degree from johns hopkins university. The author of the book loser is jerry spinelli who is a writer of books for kids. This study guide consists of approximately 38 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of loser. Actually, he is 75 years old and he wrote this book in 2002. For this activity, students have to classify a series of quotations from the novel loser as simile, metaphor, personfication, and hyperbole. Books select your cookie preferences we use cookies and similar tools to enhance your shopping experience, to provide our services, understand how customers use our services so we can make improvements, and display ads, including interestbased ads. Listen the summary of the novel loser by jerry spinelli. Jul 29, 2003 jerry spinelli received the newbery medal for maniac magee and a newbery honor for wringer.
But zinkoff also raises his hand with all the wrong answers, trips over his own feet, and falls down with laughter over a word like ja. They insult him for being slow, as if he could control the way his mind processes information. Figurative language in loser by jerry spinelli by kristin. But zinkoff also raises his hand with all the wrong. Jerry spinelli biography loser questions and answers the question and answer section for loser is a great resource to ask questions, find answers, and discuss the novel. But zinkoff also raises his hand with all the wrong answers, trips over his own feet, and falls down with laughter over a word like jabip. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read loser. It details the growth of donald zinkoff, who is branded a.
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