About This Book
In Judy Blume's fourth "Fudge" book, Peter Hatcher faces his worst summer nightmare: a family vacation in Maine shared with his nemesis, Sheila Tubman. Five-year-old Fudge, however, sees marriage to Sheila as a solution to his monster fears, leading to hilarious and often exasperating situations for Peter. Amidst new friendships, a first crush on a librarian, and artistic inspiration, the families are brought even closer by an unexpected wedding, forcing Peter and Sheila to confront their new, unwanted relationship as cousins-in-law. This book is a classic tale of sibling rivalry, family dynamics, and the awkwardness of growing up, all told with Blume's signature humor and insight.
Discussion Prompts
1
How does Peter feel about spending the summer with Sheila? Have you ever had to spend time with someone you didn't get along with?
2
Fudge wants to marry Sheila to protect himself from monsters. What are some silly or creative ways you've tried to solve a problem?
3
Peter gets upset when Jimmy spends time with Sheila. How do you handle it when your friends make new friends?
4
What do you think about Muriel and Buzzy Senior getting married? How do Peter and Sheila react to becoming cousins-in-law?
5
What are some of the funniest moments in the book?
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