Jolted by Arthur Slade.
Newton's quest to escape being killed by lightning, like the rest of the Starkers, takes him to Jerry Pott's Academy of Higher Learning and Survival. He knows it's the only chance he has. Along the way to his survival OR NON-SURVIVAL, he encounters a new friend, an arch enemy (who happens to be a girl) and a pet pig (secreted away in his room) who seems to be more intelligent than any of them. Does Newton have a hope? This book, which reminds me of The Diary of a Wimpy Kid, is a fun read, especially for grades 7-8.
Thanks for the kind words about Jolted. Just a note to let your students know that if they ever have any questions about the book or writing, they can send me an e-mail from my website, arthurslade.com.
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