78 pages • 2 hours read
Gary PaulsenHarris and Me: A Summer Remembered
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1993A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Harris and Me by Gary Paulsen is a semi-autobiographical novel told through vignettes about an 11-year-old boy who spends a transformative summer on his relatives' farm. Adjusting from city life, he bonds with his adventurous cousin Harris and finds acceptance within the lively Larson family. The book captures various escapades, rural challenges, and personal growth as the narrator adapts to farm life and forms lasting connections.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Gary Paulsen's Harris and Me delights readers with its humor and charming depiction of rural life. Many praise its vivid character portrayals and engaging storyline, highlighting the protagonist's growth. However, some critics find the episodic plot structure lacking depth. Overall, the novel delivers an entertaining and nostalgic experience but may not suit those seeking a more complex narrative.
Who Should Read Harris and Me?
Readers who enjoy Harris and Me by Gary Paulsen typically delight in humorous, coming-of-age tales set in rustic environments. Fans of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain or Holes by Louis Sachar, who appreciate adventure and lively, mischievous characters, will find this book engaging and entertaining.
RecommendedReading Age
10-14yearsLexile Level
980LBook Details
Humor
Realistic Fiction
Children's Literature
Relationships: Family
Relationships: Friendship
Life/Time: Coming of Age