Best Buds Under Frogs : The Rizzlerunk Club

By: Leslie Patricelli

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Hardcover | 13 February 2018

At a Glance

Hardcover
288 Pages

Age
7+

Grade
3+

Dimensions(cm)
20.7 x 14.0

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In her first novel, illustrated in her inimitable style, Leslie Patricelli hits all the humorous ups and downs of being the new kid at school, navigating complicated friendships, and standing up to frenemies.

For Lily, it’s the worst first day of school ever. Who would want to be friends with the new girl, whose debut act is to throw up on the playground (on somebody’s shoes!)? Fortunately, quirky Darby comes to the rescue.

Darby likes frogs and candy and oddball stuff, and soon she and Lily have formed their own club — the Rizzlerunk Club. But before you can say “BFF,” Darby’s former best friend, mean-spirited Jill — who had moved to London — returns unexpectedly.

Can Lily and Darby’s friendship survive the British invasion?

Peppered with charming illustrations and hilarious mishaps involving “conjoined” frogs, accidentally shaved eyebrows, and school pranks gone awry, this engaging tale of fourth-grade life will have readers wishing they could join the Rizzlerunk Club for real.

About the Author

Leslie Patricelli is the author-illustrator of Potty, Huggy Kissy, and many more best-selling board books for young children starring a beloved bald baby. She is also the author-illustrator of Higher! Higher!, a Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor Book, among other picture books. She lives in Idaho.

Industry Reviews

This first full-length narrative, a series opener, from board-book creator Patricelli (Hair, 2017, etc.) is a no-frills, funny story about friendship.
--Kirkus Reviews

There isn't a dull moment in this uproarious first novel from Patricelli, best known for her series of board books starring a springy-haired toddler...Patricelli's humor is on the mark, and her scribbly b&w cartoons add to the fun. Lily's self-effacing narration carries this rollicking look at the challenges and rewards of friendship.
--Publishers Weekly

This engaging, funny, and heartfelt read will ring true to a young audience; Patricelli shows a real gift for capturing the dramas and goofiness of the age range. Recommended for most collections.
--School Library Journal

Patricelli, best known for her adorable board books, illustrates the pages with Lily's hilarious doodles. A sequel, hinted at on the last page, can't come too soon. Grade: A
--Plain Dealer

Patricelli nails the anxiety that comes with moving and shyness, particularly the constant worry Lily feels over other people's opinions...Embellished with Lily's cartoon drawings, this tween novel about finding your own path is relatable, funny, and sincere.
--Booklist

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