The Homework Strike

Reviewed by: Phyllis Fuchs - Curtis Memorial Library, Brunswick, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: June 12, 2017

Review

The Homework Strike is a sequel to Pincus' first book about Gregory, The 14 Fibs of Gregory K. Gregory is a likeable, first year middle school student who wants to do well in school but finds the daily three hours of homework leave him no time for the other things he cares about. His solution is to go on strike and he gradually learns meaningful lessons in civics and in holding steadfast to what one believes. The 14 chapters in under 300 pages are fast moving. Each chapter is headed up by Gregory's humorous, rhyming verse. Caring adults, an exceptional history teacher, and a group of loyal friends all aid Gregory in his cause which, realistically enough, has yet to be completely resolved by the story's end. Recommended to middle graders, both boys and girls of about ten years old and up. The book might make an excellent read-aloud, likely to prompt discussion.

Overall Book Score: good