About This Book
In Dan Gutman's "Mr. Louie Is Screwy!", the usually chaotic Ella Mentry School becomes even more so on Valentine's Day. Mr. Louie, the eccentric crossing guard, decides to spread love by adding a potion to the water fountain, causing teachers and students alike to fall for each other. Protagonist A.J., who famously dislikes girls, finds himself in a comedic predicament as he tries to avoid a kiss from his classmate Andrea. This early chapter book is perfect for elementary schoolers, offering a lighthearted, humorous take on crushes and the awkwardness of Valentine's Day. Parents will appreciate the pure entertainment value and the opportunity to discuss social dynamics and personal boundaries in a fun, non-threatening way.
It's Valentine's Day! And Mr. Louie, the hippie crossing guard, put a love potion in the water fountain. Now teachers are flirting with each other! Girls are asking boys out on dates! Will A.J. have to kiss Andrea? Not if he can help it. Yuck!
Romantic Content
Discussion Prompts
1
What would you do if a love potion made everyone at your school act silly?
2
How do you feel about Valentine's Day? Do you like giving or receiving valentines?
3
Why do you think A.J. doesn't want to kiss Andrea? Is it okay to not want to do something someone else wants you to do?
4
Have you ever felt embarrassed or awkward about crushes or romantic feelings?
External Reviews
More in My Weird School
If Your Family Enjoyed This
Reviews
No reviews yet — be the first to share how this book landed with your family.
