Wayside School Series (Book 1-4) Collection - Ages 7-12

Step into the whimsical world of Wayside School, a place unlike any other. This illustrated collection of the first four books by Louis Sachar invites readers aged 7-12 to explore the hilariously bizarre happenings that unfold within its uniquely constructed building, which was accidentally built sideways. Each story is brimming with eccentric characters and peculiar adventures that defy the ordinary.

The Plot

The collection includes:

• Wayside School is Falling Down - where the students experience the oddities of their teachers and classmates.
• Sideways Stories from Wayside School - featuring a series of interconnected tales that delve into the surreal and the silly.
• Wayside School Gets a Little Stranger - introducing even more peculiar personalities and unexpected events.
• Wayside School Beneath the Cloud - where the mysteries deepen and the laughter continues.

Each story is woven with Sachar's signature blend of humour and imagination, making them not just entertaining, but also thought-provoking.

Themes

At its core, the Wayside School series explores themes of friendship, creativity, and the importance of embracing one's individuality. The narratives encourage readers to view the world through a lens of curiosity and to appreciate the absurdity that can be found in everyday life.

“The stories are not just for children; they are for anyone with a sense of wonder.”

Fans of Sachar's other works, such as Holes and The Cardturner, will find a similar charm in these stories, filled with clever twists and delightful characters that linger in the mind long after the last page is turned.