I Want to Go Home!

Gordon Korman's classic "I Want to Go Home!" introduces Rudy Miller, a brilliant but sarcastic boy who despises summer camp. Forced to attend, Rudy quickly befriends Mike Webster, and together they hatch increasingly elaborate and hilarious schemes to escape Camp Algonkian Island. The book explores themes of unlikely friendship, resilience, and the struggle against unwanted circumstances, all wrapped in Korman's signature humor. Parents will appreciate the clever writing and the underlying message of finding connection even in challenging situations, while children will delight in Rudy's antics and the constant, comical cat-and-mouse game with their counselor, Chip. It's a fantastic read for kids who might feel a bit out of place or those who just love a good laugh.