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Jelly Belly

by Bob Jones, Robert Kimmel Smith   |  Ages 10-12
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Childhood struggle with sweets and self-acceptance.

"Jelly Belly" could be a delightful yet poignant read for you. It deals with the sensitive issue of childhood obesity through a relatable protagonist, Ned. As you dive into Ned's journey at diet camp and his battle with temptation, you may find yourself rooting for his heartfelt quest for balance—a narrative full of hope and the realities of willpower.

  • Nene Award (1985)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Jelly Belly

by Bob Jones, Robert Kimmel Smith   |  Ages 10-12
Regular price RM33.03 MYR Now RM29.32 MYR Save 11%
Unit price
per
Compare to estimated retail price: RM100.59 MYR  
ISBN: 9780440442073
Publisher: Yearling
Date of Publication: 1982-03-15
Format: Paperback
Related Topics: Realistic Fiction, Adventure
Goodreads rating: 4.03
(rated by 395 readers)

Description

It's tough for eleven-year-old Ned to stop eating. At four-feet-eight inches tall he weighs one hundred and nine pounds, and he keeps growing--wider. When his parents send him to a summer diet camp, he and his bunkmates can't quite give up their old habits. The joys of candy and doughnuts are so appealing that "cheating" adventures seems to be the only answer. The problem, of course, is how to lose weight and keep eating sweets. When Ned finally realizes that there is only one way to lose weight for good, his whole family is glad to help, except Grandma. How can he resist temptation without hurting his grandma and himself?
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Childhood struggle with sweets and self-acceptance.

"Jelly Belly" could be a delightful yet poignant read for you. It deals with the sensitive issue of childhood obesity through a relatable protagonist, Ned. As you dive into Ned's journey at diet camp and his battle with temptation, you may find yourself rooting for his heartfelt quest for balance—a narrative full of hope and the realities of willpower.

  • Nene Award (1985)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.