65 pages • 2 hours read
Andrew ClementsThe Losers Club
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2017A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Andrew Clements’s penultimate middle-grade novel, The Losers Club, sixth-grader Alec Spencer, an avid reader, forms a club called the Losers Club to indulge in his passion for books without distractions, and he recruits new friends, including Nina Warner. Alec must navigate his love of reading, his responsibilities at school, and his ongoing conflict with his former friend and current bully, Kent Blair.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
The Losers Club by Andrew Clements explores themes of friendship and self-discovery through engaging storytelling. Readers praise its relatable characters and uplifting message about the joy of reading. However, some find the plot predictable, with a somewhat slow pace. Overall, it’s a heartwarming read suitable for middle-grade audiences.
Who Should Read The Losers Club?
Readers who delight in Wonder by R. J. Palacio or Frindle by Andrew Clements will enjoy The Losers Club. Ideal for middle schoolers who appreciate stories about friendship and self-discovery, this book targets those who are passionate about reading and navigating the complexities of school life.
RecommendedReading Age
8-12yearsLexile Level
860LBook Details
Realistic Fiction
Humor
Children's Literature
Bullying
Education
Values/Ideas: Literature
Relationships: Friendship
Identity: Language