Horrible Harry and the Drop of Doom

Horrible Harry is such a great series of books. They tell the story of a young boy and his friends (2nd and 3rd grade) in realistic situations that this age could potentially encounter, and how they get through it as friends- or enemies in the case of Harry and Sidney. In this book, the importance and possibility of confronting and overcoming fear is addressed with Harry is faced with a choice to either confront his fear of elevators or be mocked. In some instance, he gives into caring about what others think, but at the same time, while doing so he conquers his fear, which is a great message.

This is a fun, easy to read book that is relatable to kids. Kids will enjoy watching and wondering if Harry is able to conquer his fear of elevators enough to go on the ride. This book gives kids the chance to talk about their own fears.

intermediate
This is a good example or realistic fiction. The characters and setting are modern and realistic. The story is fictional, but could easily be believed to have happened. The character of Harry is dynamic, he goes from bing a tough, I can handle anything scary, kind of kid to admitting his fear of elevators and getting over it.

This is a good example of realistic fiction because many people can relate to the situation. Harry is afraid to go on the Drop of Doom ride, but with the support of his friends, he is able to overcome his fear.

Age Appropriateness: Intermediate

On the last day of second grade, Song Lee's party at the local amusement park forces Harry to face his fear of elevators when he is expected to ride the Drop of Doom.

The setting of this story is in present day because of the type of rides that are mentioned in the story. The technology for the rides has not been around a really long time. The story could take place many different places in the United States though. One of the girls talks about coming to America when she was little, so the reader knows that the story is happening in the U. S. This story reminds me of what kids might do when they are in second grade, but there is not true story that this book is based on so it would fit under the genre of realistic fiction.

it was okay.not my favorite book, but had a lot of idea and shock in it.