Big Nate: Blasts Off facts for kids
First edition
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| Author | Lincoln Peirce |
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| Cover artist | Lincoln Peirce |
| Series | Big Nate (Novels) |
| Genre | Fiction |
| Published | February 16, 2016, HarperCollins |
| Media type | Print (Paperback and Hardcover) |
| Pages | 224 |
| ISBN | 978-0062111128 |
| Preceded by | Big Nate: Lives It Up |
Big Nate: Blasts Off is a fun book from 2016 by Lincoln Peirce. It's the last book in the Big Nate novel series. But don't worry, new Big Nate comic books and daily comics are still being made! This story follows Nate Wright, a middle schooler who often finds himself in funny and tricky situations. He's not a big fan of school, but things get interesting when a new crush and a big sports event come into play.
Contents
What Happens in the Book?
New Seats, New Crushes, and Trouble
The story starts with Nate, who isn't thrilled about school. His social studies class gets new seats. Nate ends up sitting in front of Ruby Dinsmore, who he likes! He tries to impress her by showing a funny comic about his teacher, Mrs. Godfrey. But Mrs. Godfrey sees it, and Nate gets sent to detention. Again!
After detention, Nate has a small argument with Randy Betancourt. Luckily, Ruby steps in and Randy backs off. On the way home, Nate's friends Dee Dee, Francis, and Teddy talk. Dee Dee accidentally lets it slip that Nate has a crush on Ruby. She also mentions that Randy likes Ruby too.
School Paper and Pranks
The next day, Dee Dee tells Nate that everyone at school now knows about his crush on Ruby. This makes Randy bully Nate. At lunchtime, Nate gets a job writing for the school paper. It has some mistakes, like misspelled words.
Nate's dad packs him another weird lunch, and no one wants to trade. Ruby feels bad for Nate and gives him her root beer. Nate opens the can, not knowing Randy shook it. Root beer sprays everywhere, and Nate is super embarrassed. Dee Dee tells Nate that Randy was the one who shook the can.
Facing Consequences and Big News
Nate confronts Randy in the boys' bathroom. Principal Nichols walks in. Nate doesn't get detention, but he's warned not to pick on Randy. Nate has never picked on Randy before!
When Nate gets home, his dad tells him some big news. He lost his job, and the family might have to move to California. Nate goes outside and tells his friends. Dee Dee then tells Nate that Ruby actually likes him! But because he might move, Nate tells his friends he's not interested in Ruby. He later admits he lied about this.
Field Trip and Mud Bowl
A week later, Nate still hasn't told anyone about possibly moving. He goes on a field trip to a science museum. He's paired with Randy for an assignment. Nate runs into Nolan, a student from Jefferson Middle School, who he knows. They argue about the upcoming Mud Bowl game. Randy steps in and helps calm things down. The two boys talk about Nate possibly moving and Randy's parents getting a divorce.
After the field trip, Nate and his friends practice for the Mud Bowl. Nate even asks Randy to join their team. Later, Dee Dee asks Nate why he's pretending not to like Ruby. Before Nate can explain, his dad arrives. He has great news: he found a new job right where they live! They don't have to move to California!
Victory and a Kiss
Nate shares the good news with his friends. An excited Ruby kisses Nate! Seeing this, Randy gets upset and argues with Nate. Nate reminds Randy that they are teammates and need to focus on their game plan. Then, it starts to rain.
Two days later, the Mud Bowl begins. Nate's team has a plan to win. They play hard and beat Jefferson, ending their 37-year winning streak!
A week later, Nate and his team read the school paper. The headline says, "Betancourt & Wright team up to win the first 'mup' bowl in 37 years." As they head to social studies, Nate shows his friends another funny comic about Mrs. Godfrey. He says, "I've got a feeling my cartooning career is about to BLAST OFF!" He doesn't notice Mrs. Godfrey standing right behind him!
