BECAUSE OF MR. TERUPT

Ava Babcock Ms. Shine Period 3 March 3, 2017 A journey of classmates that stay strong together This book is so great it grabbed my attention right as my eyes met the page and there were many life lessons never to end. Mr. Terupts fifth grade class goes through an emotional rollercoaster that seems to never end, but they get through it by staying strong, having courage, and being true to themselves and others. It has emotional times to make you connect, it has funny times to keep you interested, and is hard to put down so you will never get bored or want to stop reading. In the end, we learn about dealing with pain more than anything. This story takes place in modern time. There are many main characters that tell the story in different parts. All the kids in the book are entering the fifth grade with a new teacher, Mr. Terupt. Everyone isn’t so sure about him in the beginning of the year, but soon realize that he is a really nice guy with a great sense of humor. Everything is going amazing for most people until something horrible happens and the kids have to try and find ways to help themselves get through this tough situation as a team. At one point in the story, Danielle, one of the main characters, felt very self conscious of her weight and is doing her part in the book saying how no one likes her. The text says,” The only time I’ve got friends is when I’m in Lexie’s group. Nobody wants to be friends with the fat kid. I don’t know what to do.” This was very sad because she really cares about what others think and is always pushing herself down. Another emotional time in the story is when a character named Jeffrey was having a tough time with the tough situation because someone in his family had had that happen to them too. The text states,” I’d like to see Terupt, but I can’t visit him. I can’t do it. Luke told me it was scary. I know.” [...] This sucks. School sucks. Everything sucks. It was better when I didn’t care.” This is extremely emotional because he has gone through something like this and now has to go through it again. Imagine having to go through something as deep and emotional like this. This book is very emotional. Other than all of the sad moments in this book, there are some times that can be funny. For example when a very main character, Peter, was trying to skip class by using the pass all the time but Mr. T wasn’t getting fooled. The text says,” If the bathroom pass is free, all you have to do is take it and go.” [...] “I take the pass all the time and the teachers never notice.” [..] “When I came back into the classroom after my fourth or fifth trip, Mr. Terupt said, ‘Boy, Peter, I’m gonna have to call you Mr. Peebody, or better yet, Peter the Pee-er. You do more peein’ than a dog walking by a mile of fire hydrants.’ Everybody laughed. I was wrong. He had noticed.” This was funny because it was the first time the teacher had made a joke. The text also says,” Luke mixed his junk together and it started smoking. The next thing we knew, the stupid fire alarm was going off. The whole school had to go outside and even the fire department showed up. It was great!” This was funny because Peter was acting like he was pretty mad about the whole thing but then said it was great. This book can be very funny. And , the book also is really hard to put down. One part in the story when all the kids were talking about times with their teacher and waiting to get the news about the teacher from the doctor. The text says,” The microphone moved around our square, and we shared different stories and memories. It was perfect. Then a doctor came into the waiting room.” This part made it really hard to put down the book because I had no idea what would happen. I just had to keep reading to find out what was going to happen. Another time in the story was when Mr. Terupt had just gotten back and Peter didn’t want to see him because he thought he would be mad at him. The text states,” Out of nowhere I heard screams. ‘Mr. Terupt!’ Everyone around me jumped up and ran toward the door. I couldn’t believe it. Mr. T was back. I started crying. [...] I stayed in my seat, trying to look small. But he spotted me. The room grew quiet as Mr. T walked toward me. I was scared again.” I couldn’t put the book down at this part because I was so excited about what was happening and what was about to happen. This book was super hard to put down. Through all of this, the children learn to deal with the fear of losing someone they love and the stress of it all. We learn that to deal with these types of struggles, you really just have to keep moving on and don’t be afraid. I definitely give this book 5 out of 5 stars. You have to read this book!

A wonderful book = well-written, a very moving plot, and an engaging group of characters. A class of 7 young students alternate telling about their lives, their personalities, and their relationship with a very gifted teacher. This is a very moving and heartwarming story how one teacher can change many lives, including his own, especially after his accident.

“Because of Mr. Terupt” by Rob Buyea is a heartwarming middle-grade novel that was recommended for my 5th grader by the teacher at the begining of the school year. The book narrates the lives of seven fifth-grade students at Snow Hill School in Connecticut from the perspectives of these students, each with their own unique struggles and personalities. Their new teacher, Mr. Terupt, uses unconventional methods to engage and inspire them, fostering a supportive and empathetic classroom environment. The plot takes a dramatic turn when a tragic accident leaves Mr. Terupt in a coma, profoundly affecting each student. The novel explores themes of personal responsibility, forgiveness, and the impact of kindness. Through their experiences, the students learn valuable life lessons about empathy, friendship, and the consequences of their actions. Overall, “Because of Mr. Terupt” is a beautifully crafted story that highlights the transformative power of a dedicated teacher and the resilience of young minds. It’s a touching and inspiring read for both children and adults alike.

My daughter had been assigned to read this book in her 5th grade class. We ended up reading this book together. It was a great story that was told through the point of view of the 5th grade students. Each chapter is a month at school. Very interesting setup. We both loved the characters and the growth and development they went through.

I am genuinely shocked with this book. I read this book in class as an assignment not expecting too much of it but what ended up happening was me finding a new favorite book series. This book is filled with emotion, grief, and is topped off with an incredible ending. I totally recommend this book for elementary schoolers and middle schoolers, it is not aimed to a very young audience, but I totally recommend otherwise!

Because of Mr. Terupt Random House, 2010, pp. 269, $7.99 Rob Buyea ISBN 978-0-375-85824-6 "I think it was a case of Mr. Terupt being a special teacher." Seven normal children are awed when the dazzling Mr. Terupt becomes a teacher. These seven children, similar to you and me, all have different personalities, but all have one thing in common: a bond with Mr. Terupt. Before the school year started, they thought that school was going to be the same old, boring building, but they were proven wrong by Mr. Terupt. This heart-warming tale as Mr. Terupt is knocked out cold shows what being there for someone in their time of need really means. Mr. Terupt doesn’t teach normal; he teaches differently. He even makes math fun! He shows what it really means to learn. But then, all it takes is one mistake to go from good to bad. When one big mistake knocks Mr. Terupt down, he isn't able to get back up, which shocks the group. They all feel bad, and don't know what to do. Then they realize what it means to support each other. I could really connect with this book as I was a mixture of the seven characters: Peter, the clown, Jessica, the new girl, Luke, the brain, Alexia, the queen bee, Jeffrey, the slacker, Danielle, the pushover, and Anna, the shy one. I recommend this book to anyone in middle school or at the end of elementary, and to anyone who has felt what the true meaning of friendship really is. Although there is much drama, sadness, and mistakes all throughout the book, there is happiness scattered all around, by connecting with each other. Buyea, a former teacher, really knows children, and proves it with this hit book.

I have seen many teachers were reading this as a read a loud over the years so I figured I should read it. I read part of it to a class and the teacher said it was really good. She said you get to read each part from each kids’ point of view. That is how it was written. Each chapter is not necessarily a new event, but a different students’ point of view. It is a very interesting story and this makes it even more interesting because not only are you reading the story to find out what happens you hear it through their voices. In school, they teach kids to show, not tell in writing. The author truly has mastered that here. I highly recommend, to any age. (I am an adult and once I really got into the story I couldn’t put this down.)

Great book! I use this as my class read aloud. Students love the story and the different perspectives. There are some touchy subjects mentioned but can be used to help students to lead with empathy. I love the messages and themes in this book, especially the teacher/ student relationships.

Entrega inpecable y rapida. Perfecto.

This book was one of my favourite books I've read. It is great for anyone who likes drama and feel-good books. After reading this I wanted Mr Terupt to be my teacher. I loved all the lessons he taught and how he made every subject into something they look forward to all day. This book is good for 10-13-year-olds.

Livro resistente e bom !

An existing book that starts of to be a few children at school and turns into an thrilling and beautiful aventure were everyone has their own story and hardships just like in real life

I can't recommend this book highly enough. I read 'There's a Boy in the Girls' Bathroom' with my year 5 class and then always struggle to find anything that the children enjoy as much. This has beaten it. The children are captivated. It is funny yet thought-provoking and sometimes desperately sad. I've found myself choking up while reading at some points and then having to stop for class discussions over points at others. Brilliant! Brilliant! Brilliant! Not only that but I contacted the author and we're currently arranging to SKYPE with my class. Quality!