Frindle

The One and Only Ivan

Katherine Applegate

Ivan, a gorilla living in a mall, discovers his artistic abilities and fights for freedom. The book explores creativity, friendship, and personal transformation. Similar to Frindle, it features a protagonist who challenges existing expectations. The narrative celebrates individual potential and creative expression.

Wonder

R.J. Palacio

Auggie Pullman, born with a facial difference, enters mainstream school for the first time. The book explores themes of kindness, acceptance, and personal identity. Similar to Frindle, it focuses on a unique protagonist who challenges social expectations. The narrative emphasizes individual creativity and personal growth.

Holes

Louis Sachar

Stanley Yelnats is sent to a juvenile detention center where he must dig holes every day. The book explores themes of justice, friendship, and personal resilience. Like Frindle, it features a protagonist who navigates challenging systems. The narrative emphasizes individual creativity and unexpected connections.

The Invention of Hugo Cabret

Brian Selznick

Hugo, an orphan living in a Paris train station, becomes involved in a mysterious adventure involving an automaton. The book celebrates creativity, invention, and personal discovery. Similar to Frindle, it features a clever protagonist who uses imagination to solve problems. The narrative blends visual storytelling with innovative thinking.

Restart

Gordon Korman

Chase undergoes a personality transformation after losing his memory. The book explores personal growth, redemption, and social dynamics. Like Frindle, it features a protagonist who challenges existing social structures. The narrative emphasizes individual change and personal potential.

The Report Card

Andrew Clements

Nora, a secretly brilliant student, challenges the school's grading system. The book explores academic pressure and individual learning styles. Written by the same author as Frindle, it similarly features a clever student who questions established educational norms. The narrative emphasizes personal intelligence and creativity.

Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing

Judy Blume

Peter Hatcher deals with the challenges of having a mischievous younger brother named Fudge. The book captures the humor and frustration of childhood relationships and family dynamics. Similar to Frindle, it offers a witty, child's-eye view of everyday situations. The narrative focuses on a smart, resourceful protagonist navigating social challenges.

Stargirl

Jerry Spinelli

A unique girl named Stargirl challenges social conformity in her high school. The book explores individuality, authenticity, and social acceptance. Like Frindle, it features a protagonist who doesn't conform to traditional expectations. The narrative celebrates personal creativity and independent thinking.

Middle School, The Worst Years of My Life

James Patterson

Rafe Khatchadorian navigates the challenges of middle school through creative rebellion. The book explores personal growth and finding one's identity. Like Frindle, it features a clever protagonist who challenges school rules. The narrative is filled with humor and unexpected situations.

The Homework Machine

Dan Gutman

Four fifth-grade students create a machine that does their homework, leading to unexpected consequences. The story explores creativity, friendship, and the challenges of breaking school rules. Like Frindle, it features a clever student who comes up with an innovative idea that disrupts the normal classroom dynamic. The book humorously examines how small inventions can create big changes.

The Genius Files

Dan Gutman

Twins Coke and Pepsi McDonald embark on a cross-country adventure while being pursued by unusual enemies. The book combines humor, adventure, and clever problem-solving. Similar to Frindle, it features intelligent young protagonists who use creativity to overcome challenges. The story is filled with unexpected twists.

The Terrible Two

Mac Barnett and Jory John

Two rival students become master pranksters at their school, using creativity and wit to challenge authority. The book celebrates clever problem-solving and student ingenuity. Like Frindle, it features students who use their intelligence to challenge established systems. The story is filled with humor and unexpected twists.

Sideways Stories from Wayside School

Louis Sachar

A collection of humorous stories about the strange students and teachers in an unusual school. Each chapter presents a quirky character and unexpected situation. Like Frindle, the book uses humor to explore creative thinking and school dynamics. The stories challenge traditional educational expectations.

The Weird School

Dan Gutman

A series of humorous stories about unusual school experiences. Each book presents crazy scenarios and unexpected classroom situations. Similar to Frindle, it uses humor to explore educational environments. The stories challenge traditional school expectations with creative storytelling.