No Talking, by Andrew Clements

No Talking, by Andrew Clements
Grades 3-5

The Laketon Elementary School fifth graders have been nicknamed "the Unshushables" by their teachers for their out-of-control talking. So when all of the 5th graders suddenly stop talking at lunch one day it takes everyone by surprise. This is a story of the power of silence, teamwork, girls vs. boys and teachers vs. students.

Andrew Clements' school stories are fun and always empowering. This story will likely appeal to kids looking for entertaining realistic fiction. If you like this story, check out my favorite Andrew Clements stories, Frindle and School Story.

No Talking is a 2010 Young Reader's Choice Award nominee.

Reviewed by Korie B., Children's Staff