I am a super big Marty fan. When the ARC of Marty McGuire Digs Worms arrived today, I had to immediately read it. Kate Messner perfectly captures the voice of a 3rd grader. Marty is likeable without being annoying. Annie, and Veronica Grace and the others from the first book are back. And there are so many lines that I loved - I want to pull out all the great quotes.In this book Marty and her classmates have 5 weeks to create "How to Save the Earth" Projects. Marty's project (with some help from Annie) is to start a worm composting project. Of course there has to be some mishaps or this wouldn't be Marty.2nd and 3rd graders are going to love this follow up to the original Marty McGuire book. Yay Kate for such a fun read. Another great Marty adventure takes place in this book and kids in 2nd-4th grades will love it. Marty's class is charged with designing earth-saving projects, she and her friend Annie settle on a worm bin for the cafeteria with her Grandma's help. Of course, Marty gets a little excited about the project and things don't quite go as planned. Will Marty be able to get out of another pickle? Read this great book to find out. Because of the project theme, it'd be great to have as part of Earth Day celebration in the classroom or at home.
So love this character and these books. I hope there are lots more about Marty coming soon!
—xpturtle
I loved this book! Marty is a great character. I loved Grandma Barb too!
—Mvanduyne
Let's cross our fingers that there will be a book three. :)
—Jarin
I love Marty!!!
—carnation24
Marty rocks.
—Jag
