Now, I've read The Beast in Ms. Rooney's Room (The Kids of the Polk Street School #1) more than once, and I must say, I find it a great read, as well as highly amazing, too.

For one thing, the main character Richard "Beast" Best sure is neat, as well as relatable to those who have trouble when it comes to reading, writing or sometimes both in school.

If I had to pick a favorite part (or parts) in this book, I would definitely choose these ones for sure:

Richard threw the planes in the wastebasket. Slowly he walked back to the gym. He wondered what everyone would think when they saw him without a bandage. Without any raisins.
He wondered what everyone would say when they heard he had been reported.
His class had just lost the banner for the week.
And it was all his fault.

Richard was right. The second grade didn't win the banner. The next day Mr. Mancina told them over the loudspeaker that Mrs. Kettle's class had won.
For a couple of days Richard didn't tell everyone it was his fault.
On Thursday, just before spelling, he told Emily.
For a minute Emily looked as if she were going to get mad. But then she raised her shoulders in the air. "Don't worry," she said. "We'll get it next time." (p. 62-63)

There was a noise. The loudspeaker.
Emily looked at him and covered her eyes. "It's Mr. Mancina," she said. "Cross your fingers. Cross your toes."
Richard crossed his fingers. So did everyone else.
"I have good news," said Mr. Mancina.
He said that every time he announced the winner.
Richard looked at Matthew. Matthew grinned at him. "I hope it's us," he said.
"Ms. Rooney's class," said Mr. Mancina.
Emily Arrow yelled. So did Alex. And Matthew. So did he.
Ms. Rooney had promised them a party if they won. Cookies and juice.
It was going to be a great day. (p. 74-75)

Anyway, this is a great book to read, and I admire the concept of a class winning the banner for best class of the week, too.

Finally, I highly recommend this book to all those who recall their own school days, and I give it five stars (although ten stars would be even better, too). 📚🏫