About This Book
"I Smell Like Ham" is a humorous and relatable chapter book for children aged 8-11, focusing on Nick's struggles to find his place. Nick dreams of being a point guard, but his life is complicated by a new stepbrother he finds annoying, the challenges of school, and an unforgettable, smelly mishap. The book tackles themes of self-esteem, peer pressure, and adjusting to a blended family with a light touch, making it accessible for young readers. It's a great choice for kids navigating social dynamics and family changes, offering laughs and a hopeful message about perseverance.
Boys, basketball, barf -- the pefect middle grade novel! Nick wants to convince the coach that he's a point guard, get rid of Dwayne-the-dork, and stop missing his mother. But that's tough to do when he can't keep the ball way from Carson Jones, the dork is his stepbrother, the honor code's a joke, and he's been splattered with something worse-smelling than ham.
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Discussion Prompts
1
How does Nick feel about his stepbrother, Dwayne, at the beginning of the book? How do his feelings change, if at all?
2
What are some of the challenges Nick faces on the basketball court and at school? How does he try to overcome them?
3
Have you ever felt peer pressure like Nick does? What did you do?
4
What does the 'honor code' mean to Nick and his friends? Do you think it's fair?
5
How does Nick's self-esteem change throughout the story?
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