The Squeaky Wheel

by Robert Kimmel Smith

Book Overview

When a new friend tells him that "the squeaky wheel gets the grease," Mark Baker realizes that unless he finds the courage to confront his life, things will probably get worse. Mark's world has been... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0385301553
• ISBN13: 9780385301558
• Release Date: September 1990
• Publisher: Delacorte Press
• Length: 181 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.8" x 8.6"
• Age Range: 9 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 7

Customer Reviews

Timeless message of hope for children of divorce

Divorce can turn children's lives upside-down. Moving, losing friends and familiar surroundings, and not knowing when they'll see the parent they don't live with can be traumatic for kids. In The Squeaky Wheel, Mark Baker is in sixth grade and his parents are getting a divorce. He's angry, scared, and feels like his world has completely fallen apart. But although he just wants things to go back to the way they were, he has to learn, bit by bit, to pick up the pieces and rebuild his new life. From making new friends to dealing with a bully, and even how he feels about girls, this story covers the whole gamut of emotions. Mark finally realizes he has to accept the fact his world will never go back to what it once was, but he still can make his life a good one. The Squeaky Wheel was originally published in 1990 by Delacorte-Dell, and has recently been brought back into print because of its timeless message of hope for children of divorce. This sensitive portrayal of how Mark deals with this difficult situation is masterfully handled. I highly recommend this wonderful and well-written book. Reviewer: Alice Berger, Bergers Book Reviews

Possibly the BEST children's chapter book ever!

What is there to say about The Squeaky Wheel? I first read it about 10 years ago and I thought it was incredible. Smith created very believable characters and put them into situations which I think most if not all kids can relate with. The story is always interesting, and never loses momentum. I still love it and I am now 19 years old (it's just that good!)

I thought the book was outstanding.

The Squeaky Wheel is an awesome story about a kid whose parents are splitting up and he tries every way in his power to try to keep them together. Most people can relate to this story. It will show you about how much pressure it is without both parents together.