Class is Not Dismissed!
Book 2
📘 About This Book
Have no fear! The frightened foursome are back in this this wickedly funny and phobia-inducing sequel to School of Fear! Everyone is (still) afraid of something... Madeleine Masterson is deathly afraid of bugs, especially spiders; Theodore Bartholomew is petrified of dying; Lulu Punchalower is terrified of confined spaces; Garrison Feldman is frightened by deep water. . . After discovering that each of her former students has secretly regressed, headmistress Mrs. Wellington brings Madeleine, Theo, Lulu, and Garrison back for a mandatory summer of retraining. Facing their fears is terrifying enough, but when they are joined by a fifth student things start to get even scarier.
📖 Summary
Class is Not Dismissed! by Gitty Daneshvari is a wickedly funny and phobia-inducing juvenile fiction sequel that brings back its unforgettable cast of anxious children. Readers are reunited with the frightened foursome who previously attended the infamous School of Fear, only to discover that everyone is still afraid of something. Madeleine Masterson remains deathly afraid of bugs, especially spiders; Theodore Bartholomew is petrified of dying; Lulu Punchalower is terrified of confined spaces; and Garrison Feldman is still frightened by deep water. Despite their best efforts to move on with their lives, the headmistress, Mrs. Wellington, discovers that each of her former students has secretly regressed. Driven by her uncompromising dedication to curing their anxieties, she calls them back for a mandatory summer of retraining. Facing their fears was already terrifying enough the first time around, but this new session promises even greater challenges. When the returning group is joined by a mysterious fifth student, things start to get even scarier, introducing new dynamics and unexpected twists to the therapeutic ordeal. Spanning one hundred and fifty-three pages, this 2012 release maintains the quirky, dark humor and engaging storytelling that made the original book a hit. As the students navigate their renewed phobias alongside a fresh face, they must confront their deepest terrors all over again under the watchful eye of Mrs. Wellington. The narrative explores themes of resilience, friendship, and personal growth wrapped in a delightfully spooky and comedic package. Young readers and fans of eccentric middle-grade adventures will find themselves eagerly turning the pages to see if the frightened foursome can finally overcome their anxieties or if they will remain trapped by their fears forever.
🎯 Key Lessons
⚖️ Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
Wickedly funny and entertaining tone throughout the narrative
Engaging continuation of beloved characters from the first book
Clever integration of unique phobias and humorous situations
Quick and accessible reading length for young audiences
⚠️ Cons
Some readers may find the premise repetitive if they read the first book
The dark humor might not appeal to every sensitive reader
❓ FAQ
Who is the author of Class is Not Dismissed? +
The author of the book is Gitty Daneshvari.
When was the book published? +
The book was published in 2012.
How many pages are in the book? +
The book contains 153 pages.
Who are the main characters returning in the sequel? +
The returning characters are Madeleine, Theodore, Lulu, and Garrison, along with headmistress Mrs. Wellington and a new fifth student.
What is the primary premise of the story? +
After discovering her former students have regressed, Mrs. Wellington brings them back for a mandatory summer of retraining to face their phobias.
