Gordon Korman

Gordon Korman book cover

Book (2017)

by Chris Bowman

Did you know that Gordon KormanÕs mom typed his first book for him? This is because Gordon became a published author before he even graduated high school! This author profile for children introduces the lifelong writer responsible for sending troublemakers Boots and Bruno to Macdonald Hall.

Juvenile Nonfiction / Biography & Autobiography / General
Juvenile Nonfiction / Biography & Autobiography / Literary
24 pages
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Family guidance

Ages 8+

This biographical profile is designed for school-aged children with the vocabulary and attention span to appreciate literary history. The content is suitable for elementary to middle school students interested in writing.

Every child is different. Use this guide alongside what you know about yours.

What to know before you start

Content details to help you decide what fits your child.

Sex & Nudity

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This is an educational author profile for children and contains no romantic or sexual content.

Violence & Gore

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The content is informational in nature and does not feature any form of physical conflict or violence.

Profanity

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The dialogue is clean, professional, and suitable for all audiences, featuring no inappropriate language.

Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

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There is no depiction or mention of alcohol, tobacco, or drug use in this biography.

Frightening Scenes

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The material is straightforward and educational, containing no suspenseful or scary elements.

Key Insights

Quick summary and important considerations

This profile explores how a famous author started writing stories when he was just a student in school.

Detailed Analysis

In-depth insights for parents and educators

What Parents Need to Know

This is a brief, informative biographical segment with no mature content or safety concerns.

What Kids Can Learn

Kids learn that writing is a tangible skill they can develop while still in school.

Key Topics Discussed

Literature
Writing
Biography

Why Parents Might Like It

It serves as an excellent motivator for young readers to engage more deeply with their schoolwork and hobbies.

Positives & learning

Positive messages

4/5

Encourages youth to pursue creative passions and highlights the potential for success at a young age through dedication.

Role models

4/5

Gordon Korman serves as an attainable example of a successful writer who began his career as a student.

Representation

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No diverse representation indicated in available information.

Learning

4/5

Provides insight into the publishing process and encourages literacy and interest in creative writing.

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