Katie Kazoo, Switcheroo: Anyone But Me Written by Nancy Krulik. Illustrated by John & Wendy. Easy Reader Shelves – Lower Level – K
Are you looking for a fun series that your young reader can enjoy? Well, you won’t have to look much further than Katie Kazoo, Switcheroo by Nancy Krulik. This series follows 3rd grader Katie Carew and her best friends Jeremy and Suzanne as they experience normal every day childhood experiences such as school, friendships, and teasing.
Katie Kazoo, Switcheroo: Anyone But Me is the first book in this fun and relatable series. Katie is a typical 8 year-old with two best friends, homework, and fun hobbies. In this story, Katie and all of her classmates are picked on by a new kid named George. George teases everyone mercilessly, and it makes getting through the day at school difficult. One night Katie wishes she wasn’t herself, and the next day when a wind appears she magically turns into a hamster. Interestingly enough this switch teaches George a lesson, and by the end of the story the children have learned to be kind to one another.
The illustrations by George & Wendy have a vibrant cartoon-like feel to them and are sure to be enjoyable for young readers. Children in the early elementary grades will feel great satisfaction that they can read a full chapter book by themselves. Furthermore, they are also sure to find a fun friend in Katie Carew who can magically turn into anyone or anything!