independent reading level: grade 4-6
awards:
West Australian Young Reader Book Award.
North Dakota Children's Book Award.
Rhode Island Library Association Award.
Georgia Children's Book Award.
Grand Canyon Reader Award

I read this once when I was younger and I must have trauma-blocked the turtle part from my mind because when I read that scene it all came flooding back. ( )

Family Drama

I remember this book so well from my childhood because it really cracked me up. There's this part where Peter has to pee so badly, and it was so funny it almost made ME pee my pants. ( )

4-8 years old ( )

Independent Reading Level: (Grade 3-6)
TimeOut New York Kids: The 50 Best Books For Kids
1983: Massachusetts Children' Book Award
1981: Great Stone Face Award
USAREUR Kinderbuch Award
1980: West Australian Young Reader' Book Award
North Dakota Children' Choice Award
1978: Rhode Island Library Association Award
Georgia Children' Book Award
Massachusetts Children' Book Award
1978: Arizona Young Reader' Award,
1975: Pacific Northwest Library Association Young Reader' Choice
1972: Charlie May Swann Children' Book Award

Two is a crowd when Peter and his little brother, Fudge, are in the same room. Grown-ups think Fudge is absolutely adorable, but Peter and his pet turtle, Dribble, know the truth. From throwing temper tantrums to smearing mashed potatoes on the wall, Fudge causes mischief wherever he goes!

This book focuses on Peter who is 9 years old and the relationship he has with his younger brother Fudge. Peter is frustrated because Fudge never seems to get into trouble for all of the things he does. I think a lot of kids will be able to relate to this book, and will feel empathy for Peter. ( )

Independent reading level (Grade 3-6)

Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing is a humorous and heart warming story of a young boy named Peter. The book is written from Peter's point of view and it follows him along as he navigates life with his wild younger brother Fudge. This was one of my favorite books when I was in elementary school, I think it is a story that many children would find themselves related to. ( )

I can see why many of my students enjoy this book! I did not personally enjoy it as much. All I could keep thinking was Poor Peter! Good for him for sticking through tough times with Fudge as a little brother. I probably would have given up!

Regardless of my personal frustration with Fudge rather than seeing the comedy, this story is really quite timeless! ( )

I loved this so much when I was a pre-teen. Especially "Eat it or wear it" and the parts where Peter is vindicated. ( )

Ten-year-old Peter has a terror of a little brother, but all the adults seem to think the two-year-old is an angel!

Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing is a story about a young boy, Peter Hatcher and his experiences with his younger brother, parents, school, friends and his pet turtle. His little brother, known as Fudge, is alway in Peter's stuff, causing problems and annoying Peter. Peter is always having to be the "good" older brother and just deal with it. Finally Fudge goes too far and Peter has had enough. This book is funny, endearing and relatable. ( )

The first book of the Fudge series, Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing explores the life of 9-year old Peter Hatcher and his frustrations living with his two year old brother, "Fudge" Hatcher. In this book, readers are taken on a journey of exploring how much patience Peter has for his brother when everything that his brother does goes unpunished. This book is a great recommendation for any elementary school curriculum, particularly third and fourth grade, as the book is easy to follow and can be great for children to read aloud to improve their reading. ( )

Tale of Peter Hatcher and his brother Fudge ( )

A little walk down memory lane...still cute as an adult. ( )

I have read this in fifth grade and don't remember must about it. So why not read it again, it on my favorite shelf for a reason. Don't know if I laugh at all the jokes when I was ten, but now I still think their funny and cute. Tales of a Fourth Nothing will be one of my all time favorite book. Fudge remained me of my younger brother when he was two. ( )

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This book was funny, insightful, and entertaining. This would be referred to as contemporary realism, as it discusses real issues that students could relate to, especially with a younger sibling like Fudge. In this novel, Peter shares stories of his life and how his little brother, Fudge is "ruining his life." However, almost every story ended with Peter finding the silver lining and realizing that his younger brother isn't all that bad. Students who are having trouble accepting a younger sibling at home may benefit the most from this story, but I would give this to any student, really, to have a good laugh and see that other people are going through the same things they are--especially in fourth grade!
This is a short, easy-read and excellent way for students to get comfortable with chapter books. According to Scholastic Book Wizard, the readability of this book is grades 3-5, so I could use this for my third grade class to ease their anxieties about entering 4th grade, read it in 4th grade, or having something to laugh at once they've moved up to the 5th grade.
Overall, I give this a 5/5 because even now, I sat and read every single page as Peter shared his tales. I think my students would really like this story and even love it as a read-aloud. ( )

Tales of A Fourth Grade Nothing by Judy Blume tells the story of two siblings. Peter is the fourth grade and his younger Farley is currently three yrs. Peter's teasing of Farley sometimes lands him in precarious situations. These two brothers fail to get along and their father is no help. I would recommended this book to children whom have siblings. I think that they will be able to relate to having problems with their siblings. This book is interesting and teaches many lessons. ( )

This was a book filled with hilarious ups and downs that occurred in the main character, Peter Hatcher's life. As he battles conflict and situations with his younger brother, he has a hard time understanding how their issues transfer over into love. The book is funny at times and shocking as the events seem to get crazier and crazier. ( )

First book of stories of the Hatcher family. Fudge is a troublesome 3 year old who keeps getting into Peter's things, but somehow surviving. Tells how Peter got his dog which he named Turtle. ( )

I remember reading this book in school and I really loved reading It. Its about a fourth grader who has a 2 year old brother and shows the temper tantrums that his brother has. This book can relate to so many children and that is what engages their interest. Its a fun book to read and many children would enjoy It. ( )

Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing was a book read to me in the fourth grade and has been a favorite since then. This book is great for middle schoolers, because of it's simplified language and relatable content. The book is about a fourth grader with a 2 year old little brother, and the story is all about the temper tantrums his brother throws and how their daily life functions. The main character, Peter is constantly thinking that his parents do not pay attention to him, and he is frustrated with his little brother. This story is a great book for students to read to enjoy a book that is similar to their daily lives. ( )