The Kids of Widney Junior High Take Over the World! is a fun-filled story for middle grade readers ages 8 to 12 inspired by the real-life Kids of Widney High, a rock band made of members with developmental disabilities, and offers readers fresh thoughts on how to better interact with classmates and friends living with disabilities.
Before they became the world-famous Kids of Widney High, they first had to survive junior high! This rock band, composed entirely of members with developmental disabilities, loves to put on a show, but boy can they can get into fights, trouble, and sticky situations. Join their friend and honourary assistant manager Robbie as he introduces the band members and shows us how they're just like everyone else. From cafeteria food fights to relationship woes, Robbie finds himself immersed in an incredible adventure to get everyone onboard for the big concert while better understanding his new friends with special abilities. Junior high can be tough, but this group of rambunctious misfits is ready to entertain and loves to have a good time! Comes with an exclusive interview and free downloadable songs from the Kids themselves. AGES: 8 to 12 AUTHOR: Mathew Klickstein has worked closely with the Kids of Widney High for more than two decades, including as manager of the Kids' West Coast tour and director of their rockumentary Act Your Age: The Kids of Widney High Story. Mathew has also worked and volunteered for specialty educational and arts programs, including Phamaly Theatre Company and Sprout Film Festival.
“This book is tender, it's funny, it's perfect to read with your kids & it gives me hope. LOVE THESE KIDS!.”
The Kids of Widney High is a remarkable band, and Klickstein’s story provides readers an opportunity to learn about their music and world while simultaneously modeling for readers how to sensitively interact with individuals with disabilities. Recommended as a secondary purchase.
-- School Library Journal
This book is tender, it’s funny, it’s perfect to read with your kids & it gives me hope. LOVE THESE KIDS!.
-- Mayim Bialik, star of Blossom and The Big Bang Theory
Funny, colorful and conversational.
-- Mike Reiss, Four-time Emmy Award-winning writer of The Simpsons and bestselling children's book author
Sweet and fun.
-- Andrew Bujalski, award-winning filmmaker and writer of Disney's live-action Lady and the Tramp
\Memorable characters, fun stories, and some great music. Mathew Klickstein captures the middle school experience of Widney Junior High with an expert eye and his trademark humor and insight.
-- Linda Simensky, longtime children’s television executive
Mathew Klickstein has worked closely with the Kids of Widney High for more than two decades, including as manager of the Kids’ West Coast tour and director of their rockumentary Act Your Age: The Kids of Widney High Story. Mathew has also worked and volunteered for specialty educational and arts programs, including Phamaly Theatre Company and Sprout Film Festival.
Before they became the world-famous Kids of Widney High, they first had to survive junior high! This rock band, composed entirely of members with developmental disabilities, loves to put on a show, but boy can they can get into fights, trouble, and sticky situations. Join their friend and honorary assistant manager Robbie as he introduces the band members and shows us how they're just like everyone else. From cafeteria food fights to relationship woes, Robbie finds himself immersed in an incredible adventure to get everyone onboard for the big concert while better understanding his new friends with special abilities. Junior high can be tough, but this group of rambunctious misfits is ready to entertain and loves to have a good time! Comes with an exclusive interview and free downloadable songs from the Kids themselves.
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