Recently I've been re-reading one of my favorite books, "Nicholas and The Gang." the book is a collection of short stories about an elementary school "gang" from the point of view of Nicholas a member of the gang. When i first read this book I was in 5th grade and although I loved it although it was a bit challenging for me however now reading it i realize the issues and jokes a lot easier then before.
In the book a main repeating joke is that all these young kids are so mature, they talk perfectly, have a "gang" and they act like they know everything. In the first story a member of the gang gets glasses, when the gang found out they all were super jealous. They all said that it was unfair because now that Matthew he'd be at the top of everything. I found this chapter hilarious because although its stupid that they thought glasses made you smart its relatable. Everyone in their elementary school days thought stuff like this, like all girls had cooties. However the authors had a different approach as well not only did they want to make that joke they wanted to pass a message to the audience. Kids always act superior, like they know it all. From ages 5 to about 14 kids act like they don't need school (this might include me I cant say). In school we are thinking about how we will approach our elementary school students while reading our picture book, from reading "Nicholas and The Gang" I reminded my self that kids always think their perfect, and right so when i read my book to them i will be sure to treat them this way.
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