Report to the Principal's Office facts for kids
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| Author | Jerry Spinelli |
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| Country | US |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's novel |
| Publisher | Scholastic |
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Publication date
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1991 |
| Media type | Print Paperback |
| Pages | 134 pages |
| ISBN | 0-590-46277-6 |
Report to the Principal's Office is a children's novel written by American author Jerry Spinelli. It was published in 1991. The story is about the first few days at the new Plumstead Middle School.
The book follows five main characters. They are all sixth graders. Each character has their own challenges and goals. The title of the book comes from the fact that all these students will end up in the principal's office.
Contents
Meet the Characters
The story introduces several interesting sixth graders. They are all starting at a new school.
Sunny Wyler
Sunny Wyler is best friends with Hillary Kain. They live very close to each other. When they learn they will go to different middle schools, Sunny feels very sad. She decides not to change her shirt, wash her hair, or even smile. She hopes this will help her get into Hillary's school.
Eddie Mott
Eddie Mott wants to fit in at the new school. He tries hard to make new friends. Sometimes, he has a difficult time. For example, he gets into trouble on the school bus.
Salem Brownmiller
Salem Brownmiller loves to write stories. She dreams of becoming a famous writer one day. She finds the new school and its students very interesting. Eddie's experiences give her ideas for her stories.
Pickles Johnson
Pickles Johnson is a creative student. He enjoys inventing all sorts of things. His inventions often lead to unexpected situations.
T. Charles Brimlow
T. Charles Brimlow is the principal of Plumstead Middle School. He calls the group of sixth graders "the Principal's Posse." These are the students who will visit his office.
First Days at Plumstead Middle School
The story begins on the first day at the new Plumstead Middle School. It is a very modern school. Four of the main characters meet each other there.
Eddie Mott is trying his best to fit in. He wants to make new friends. Salem Brownmiller is watching everything. She is writing a story about a sixth-grade boy's first day. She thinks Eddie is perfect for her story.
On this very first day, these students are all sent to see the principal. His name is Eric F. T. Charles Brimlow. This is how the adventures begin for the "Principal's Posse."
