
"Mrs. Dole Is Out of Control!" is the first book in the "My Weird School Daze" series, following the popular "My Weird School" books. Aimed at early elementary readers (ages 6-9), this humorous chapter book features A.J., a boy who dislikes school, and his friends as they navigate an absurdly over-the-top second-grade graduation. The PTA president, Mrs. Dole, plans a ceremony complete with fireworks, a petting zoo, and a Blue Angels flyover, leading to predictable and laugh-out-loud chaos. Author Dan Gutman specifically writes these books to engage reluctant readers with fast-paced plots, relatable characters, and outlandish situations where adults often do "dumb things." This book is an excellent choice for children transitioning to chapter books who enjoy silly humor and school-based adventures.
A.J. and the gang are graduating! But the out-of-control PTA president is turning the whole thing into a huge ceremony complete with fireworks, a petting zoo, and a flyover by the Blue Angels! Is moving up to third grade such a big deal? And what could possibly go wrong?