The Strange Case of Origami Yoda, by Tom Angleberger

The Strange Case of Origami Yoda, by Tom Angleberger is an entertaining book about a group of 6th grade friends.  The entire book is a series of stories written by members of the group.  Each friend tells his story about the advice they were given by Origami Yoda, a finger puppet made and worn by Dwight.  Dwight is an odd, but likable character, who seems to enjoy being different even though it often gets him trouble with both his friends and the teachers.  This book is the winner of the 2012 Rhode Island Children Book Awards.  That means, a lot of students read it, and liked it enough to vote for it.  Why don't you check it out?

Reviewed by Mrs.Castro

The Strange Case of Origami Yoda is a really good book.  It's funny and has hilarious characters.  The main characters are Dwight, Tommy, Harvey, Rhondella, Sara and Keller.  They are also creative.  The book is about a kid who makes an origami version of Yoda and is answering questions for everyone.  It takes place in an average middle school.  The author's message is that everyone is different.  You'll get the message as you read it.  I would recommend this book for people who like comedy.

Reviewed by Coollegoguy

Darth Paper Strikes Back by Tom Angleberger

If you like funny comic books you should read this book.  Darth Paper Strikes Back is a sequel to The Strange Case of Origami Yoda, which was a nominee for RICBA 2012. Okay so this book is about a boy named Dwight who makes an origami Yoda and all his friends think he is weird for doing that, except Tommy, who makes a paper Darth Vader.  One day Dwight gets in trouble with Yoda and might have to go to juvy.  When Tommy finds out what might happen he automatically thinks, “I need to stop this”.  So Tommy does everything he can to make Dwight not go.  I have no more to say, you need to read to find out what will happen to Dwight. Oh by the way, they’re making a trilogy to this book and I hope you read it.  The school library has this one and has the first book, Origami Yoda.  I just found out that Origami Yoda won the RICBA for 2012!

Reviewed by mysteryman