A young high school student by the name of felton reinstein lives in a small town of bluffton, wisconsin. Felton reinstein is one of my absolute favorite characters. Stupid fast author raking in awards, loving southern. See the complete stupid fast series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to anne bennett and my head is full of books with appropriate and specific direction to the original content. As he juggles his newfound athletic prowess, his moms sudden depression, an annoying little brother, and his first love, he discovers a shocking secret about his past which explains why hes turning out the way he is. Stupid fast reinstein brothers, book 1 by geoff herbach book cover, description, publication history.
See which new books our editors chose as this months favorites for kids of all ages. The stupid fast book series by geoff herbach includes books stupid fast, nothing special, and im with stupid. The reason i bring up this idea is because its the big thing at play in geoff herbachs debut novel stupid fast. Fenton is a below average high school boy that can run stupid fast. Felton was in full rage and would of loved to fight ken. Paul, minnesota, where he earned a master of fine arts degree in creative writing. This theme comes up a lot in the book stupid fast when he over come many obstacles. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. The movie based on the book stupid fast, by geoff herbach.
This book is about a kid named felton which before the book he had a life where he was an average kid but over summer he. Maybe it has to do with turning 50, but ive been reading a lot of books about high school. But then andrew starts to stay in his room by himself a lot and it worries felton and jerri. As a teacher or librarian, does it get any better than that if you want to read something fantastically funny, pick up stupid fast. No ones more shocked than shy 15yearold felton reinstein himself when he undergoes. Stupid fast is geoffs debut novel and i can say this is the most pleasant surprise so far this year. He is the author of several novels, including the miracle letters of t. Geoff herbach has written several additional novels, including the miracle letter of t. Stupid fast felton reinstein trilogy herbach, geoff on. Young adult published june 1, 2011 published by sourcebooks fire according to herbauch, its about a boy. Felton wasnt very popular and only had two real friends, peter, and gus. My name is felton reinstein, which is not a fast name. Now they want me, the guy they used to call squirrel nut, to try out for the football team.
When he was just five years old felton found his dad in his garage after he had hung himself. But last november, my voice finally dropped and i grew all this hair and then i got stupid fast. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free. So, you put the book back on the shelf and look for something that looks a. He tore through this book and was so proud when he gave it back to me. St joseph county public library recommended for you. Production begins in new yorks hudson valley in the summer of 2015. Stupid fast audiobook by geoff herbach 9781461849858. Sign up for a free 30 day trial to instantly access highquality online books for kids, ebooks, audio books, quizzes, videos, and more. Stupid fast by geoff herbach is a sneaker of a book. Jun 01, 2011 it is the summer before junior year, and oddball outsider felton reinstein has hit the puberty jackpot.
Stupid fast ebook by geoff herbach 9781402256318 rakuten kobo. Herbach currently teaches creative writing at minnesota state university, mankato. Explore our editors picks for the best kids books of the month. Praise stupid fast rare honesty hilarity stupid fast stupid good. Peter bognanni,author of the house of tomorrowi am not stupid funny. Felton, she said, serving me and andrew whole grain, organic macaroni and cheese, listen. Were considering expanding this synopsis into a full length study guide to deepen your comprehension of the book and why its important. This book might easily be at the top of my 2011 favorites list, with its fantastic story line, strong voice, wellplayed themes, and for its incredible appeal for both guys and girls. Read stupid fast by geoff herbach available from rakuten kobo. When you guys are ready to move away from fantasy into realistic fiction about teenage guy issues, stupid fast is one of the books you will have to turn to. After dusting the football jocks in a race, felton marvels at his new athletic ability. Peter bognanni, author of the house of tomorrow i am not stupid funny. How old is jerri during the summer in which the story takes place. The mixture of serious emotions, life changing discoveries, and all out humor, made stupid fast.
In the begging of the book he felt stupid and all alone. Read stupid fast by geoff herbach for free with a 30 day free trial. So, you put the book back on the shelf and look for something that looks a little more interesting. Harry potter and the cursed child book trailer duration. Rimberg, stupid fast, and a sequel to stupid fast titled. Herbachs book is a recommended read, i cant wait to see what my students think, since this is a reading olympic book selection. Blogger becky, the bookette the bookette this is what i call a smart guybook. Published last year, it won the cybils award for ya realistic lit.
He is really only friends with peter because he can drive. Created by media communications class austin goodman, lincoln community high school seniors. Geoff herbach is an award winning american novelist. I picked this picture because you can see there are lots of obsatcles in the way and this is exactly what felton had to over come in the book stupid fast. Were considering expanding this synopsis into a full length study guide to deepen your comprehension of. If you want to read something honest and refreshing, pick up stupid fast. For one thing, his father committed suicide and, as a lad. Stupid fast is about as poorly written as the title sounds. Praise for stupid fasta rare mix of raw honesty and hilarity.
Stupid fast by geoff herbach discussion guide based on common core standards enrich your book discussion group with these discussion questions and delve deeper into the issues presented in stupid fast. Caris book blog i fully admit that i devoured this book in one complete sitting. If you have any question about this novel, please dont hesitate to contact us or translate team. Full of witty dialogue, comic scenarios and compelling action stupid fast is an excellent. Tap as fast as you can to run away from the safety. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to anne bennett and my head is full of books with appropriate and specific direction to the original. There were so many good parts in this book that had me glued. If you havent read stupid fast, or if you have read stupid fast and havent read nothing special yet, i really hope you amend that. Sure, the main character, felton reinstein, gets drafted to play football which he hasnt the first clue about, but football actually plays a very minor role.
Jul 06, 2011 the reason i bring up this idea is because its the big thing at play in geoff herbachs debut novel stupid fast. Stupid fast, nothing special, im with stupid reading level. The book is about the life of felton reinstein, his development from a joke to a jock, and his life with his family and other people in his community. When you first come across this book and you do what you typically shouldnt do, judge the book by its cover, youd think this novel is about a higschool football player with nothing more than in interest in sports and girls. His father left his family, and now has a new family. Whipsmart and painfully selfaware, stupid fast is a funny and agonizing glimpse into the teenage brainyoung readers looking for a genuinely memorable firstperson narratorin the vein of sherman alexies absolutely true diary of a parttime indian or pete hautmans godless should really catch up to stupid fast this summer. Why would andrew say at the beginning of the book that being good at sports is bad for a. The mixture of serious emotions, life changing discoveries, and all out humor, made stupid fast a book that i simply couldnt.
Now they want me, the guy they used to call squirrel nut, to try. Stupid fast reinstein brothers, book 1 by geoff herbach. Teaching climate change in this increasingly challenging time. Stupid fast is playwright geoff herbachs first book for young adults. But he relized he doesnt care what other think about him because he knows hes stupid fast. Stupid fast is the first in the felton reinstein trilogy, followed by nothing special and im with stupid. Stupid fast is a book about a boy named felton reinstein who lives in wisconsin. Stupid fast by geoff herbach overdrive rakuten overdrive. Terms in this set 31 at the beginning of the book, what did felton really want to be when he grew up. Theres not a lot of football in stupid fast, but reluctant readers should take to it anyway thanks to the beguiling voice of protagonist felton reinstein. Main idea when you first come across this book and you do what you typically shouldnt do, judge the book by its cover, youd think this novel is about a higschool football player with nothing more than in interest in sports and girls. Whipsmart and painfully selfaware, stupid fast is a funny and agonizing glimplse into the teenage. Suddenly tall, muscular and stupid fast, he has been invited by the highschool football coach to work out with the team with the understanding that he may win a position come fall.
And then, to add insult to injury, i read the whole thing, thinking it. A moving yet hilarious comingofage novel about a reluctant athlete just trying to make it through high school i am not stupid funny. The star tribune said of geoff herbachs awardwinning series stupid fast. This book is about a kid named felton which before the book he had a life where he was an average kid but over summer he grew and gained the ability to be able to run very fast. Stupid fast geoff herbach geoff herbach critiques other books by geoff herbach me this is one of the best books that i have read. It is better for him to over come a lot of obstacles because this makes him a stronger person.
Where should i start, overall i think this book is great. Stupid fast by geoff herbach book read online scribd. Stupid fast felton reinstein trilogy by herbach, geoff and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The leading digital library for kids offering unlimited access to 40,000 of the best childrens books of all time.
No ones more shocked than shy 15yearold felton reinstein himself when he undergoes a tremendous growth spurt. Come visit sometime to read the latest chapter of stupid fast. Stupid fast is a sports book that is intended to catch the eye of readers who enjoy sports like football and deal with dramatic events. It is the summer before junior year, and oddball outsider felton reinstein has hit the puberty jackpot. Jun 01, 2011 a moving yet hilarious comingofage novel about a reluctant athlete just trying to make it through high school i am not stupid funny. Read unlimited books and audiobooks on the web, ipad, iphone and android. The book is about the life of felton reinstein, his development from a joke to a jock, and his life. Stupid fast by geoff herbach book trailer 2014 nominee abe lincoln book award, illinois. Full of witty dialogue, comic scenarios and compelling action stupid fast is an excellent read. It kept me on my feet and made me read more and more every time i opened it. Born in dubuque, iowa on october 30, 1969, herbach grew up in plattville, wisconsin.
Stupid fast felton reinstein trilogy book 1 and millions of other books are available for instant access. Praise for stupid fast a rare mix of raw honesty and hilarity. I was very disappointed in the fact that this is a 201220 peach award nominated book. Peter bognanni, author of the house of tomorrowi am not stupid funny. Apr 03, 2012 stupid fast by geoff herbach is a sneaker of a book. Unauthorized use andor duplication of this material without express and written permission from this blogs author andor owner is strictly prohibited. The reinstein family is having a somewhat normal year for the first time in awhile. Nothing special is the second book in the stupid fast trilogy.
Felton has never been interested in sports, but theres no doubthe is stupid fast. May 01, 2011 felton has never been interested in sports, but theres no doubthe is stupid fast. We are not always able to make our books available worldwide. May 10, 20 stupid fast by geoff herbach book trailer 2014 nominee abe lincoln book award, illinois. The guide is free and may be printed out or photocopied for use in the classroom, library, bookstore, or at home. This summary of stupid fast includes a complete plot overview spoilers included.
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