First published 1982
When Jason joins the ranks of seventh graders, he quickly learns the harsh realities of life under the rule of the all-powerful ninth-grade overlords. Dodging swirlies, facing off against the school bully, and navigating the ever-shifting social dynamics, Jason must find a way to survive—and maybe even thrive—in this treacherous new world. With wry humor and keen insight, "Space Station Seventh Grade" takes readers on a riotous journey through the triumphs and tribulations of growing up.
Genres: fiction, coming-of-age, contemporary, adolescence
Vibes: emotional, humorous, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, underdog
Setting: Space Station
Period: Seventh Grade
235 pages · Paperback · Little, Brown Books for Young Readers