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Dirty Bertie #9
Fangs!
Wherever Bertie goes, chaos follows, and this trio of stories is no exception. Join Bertie as he attempts to prove the grumpy school custodian is a vampire, finds himself modeling the latest fashions, and gets a serious "scare-cut" at the barbers.
66 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 1, 2010
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June 24, 2023
The art in this book is fantastic.
August 21, 2023
2.5/5 Humourous short chapter book for developing readers aged 7+ who enjoy silly stories.
February 17, 2020
Supper good
October 1, 2025
shy loved this library book from hps living gr3
November 16, 2012
Dirty Bertie is a wonderful title for young readers - especially young boys!
Bertie is a young man who spends his days concocting a variety of schemes, which eventually lead to trouble. The book contains three short stories, each telling the tale of one of Bertie's escapades gone awry.
In the first story, Bertie is convinced that the school's custodian is a vampire. Together with his friends, Bertie does some detective work that convinces them that the custodian isn't just dressed well for Halloween, and the boys end up locking him in his tool shed. Obviously that goes bad; you'll have to read the book to see how they extricate themselves from trouble!
In the second story, Bertie's parents decide that he needs a haircut and insist on taking him to the hair-butcher barber. Once again, Bertie concocts a plan to get out of the haircut; but is his plan really the better of two scenarious?
And finally, in the third book, Bertie gets lost in a large department store. It's a case of mistaken identity and a search for Mom! This is a great story and one that would be helpful for playing the "what ifs" with young children in the event they find themselves separated from their parents in a similar situation.
Dirty Bertie was an enjoyable read with my 8 year old son, who frequently laughed out loud. The writing is simple enough for a new reader to handle, yet complex enough to not be boring to an adult reading to a child. Definitely a fun book, and I look forward to reading more in this series.
Bertie is a young man who spends his days concocting a variety of schemes, which eventually lead to trouble. The book contains three short stories, each telling the tale of one of Bertie's escapades gone awry.
In the first story, Bertie is convinced that the school's custodian is a vampire. Together with his friends, Bertie does some detective work that convinces them that the custodian isn't just dressed well for Halloween, and the boys end up locking him in his tool shed. Obviously that goes bad; you'll have to read the book to see how they extricate themselves from trouble!
In the second story, Bertie's parents decide that he needs a haircut and insist on taking him to the hair-butcher barber. Once again, Bertie concocts a plan to get out of the haircut; but is his plan really the better of two scenarious?
And finally, in the third book, Bertie gets lost in a large department store. It's a case of mistaken identity and a search for Mom! This is a great story and one that would be helpful for playing the "what ifs" with young children in the event they find themselves separated from their parents in a similar situation.
Dirty Bertie was an enjoyable read with my 8 year old son, who frequently laughed out loud. The writing is simple enough for a new reader to handle, yet complex enough to not be boring to an adult reading to a child. Definitely a fun book, and I look forward to reading more in this series.
August 3, 2012
A Nice Option for Young Readers
Fangs is a collection of three Bertie adventures. He tries to uncover the truth about a custodian at school, does his best to dodge a trip to the barber, and finally finds himself lost and in a messy situation at a department store.
I’d like to thank NetGalley and Capstone for a review copy of this title.
The illustrations were well done and a character such as Bertie is a fun idea. I think young readers will appreciate the layout and length of this book. Each section is divided into chapters and therefore gives them confidence of tackling such a book. The individuals stories themselves are brief and will not overwhelm readers.
This book falls firmly in the middle of my scale. I found it fine, but not much beyond that. My main issue with the stories is none of the adults are likeable. I found them to be cold, rough or just… there. I also didn’t learn much about Bertie and didn’t connect or feel I needed to cheer for him. A little more background, a goal, a sweet angle, or info would have had me in his corner.
I feel Fangs is a good option for young readers just starting on chapter books.
Fangs is a collection of three Bertie adventures. He tries to uncover the truth about a custodian at school, does his best to dodge a trip to the barber, and finally finds himself lost and in a messy situation at a department store.
I’d like to thank NetGalley and Capstone for a review copy of this title.
The illustrations were well done and a character such as Bertie is a fun idea. I think young readers will appreciate the layout and length of this book. Each section is divided into chapters and therefore gives them confidence of tackling such a book. The individuals stories themselves are brief and will not overwhelm readers.
This book falls firmly in the middle of my scale. I found it fine, but not much beyond that. My main issue with the stories is none of the adults are likeable. I found them to be cold, rough or just… there. I also didn’t learn much about Bertie and didn’t connect or feel I needed to cheer for him. A little more background, a goal, a sweet angle, or info would have had me in his corner.
I feel Fangs is a good option for young readers just starting on chapter books.
July 9, 2012
Fangs! by Alan MacDonald is part of the Dirty Bertie series for young readers, between ages 6 and 9. The series includes stand alone books about Bertie, a child that seems to attract chaos wherever he goes. each chapter is its own short story, telling one of Bertie's adventures and imagination. In Fangs! Bertie is positive that the grumpy school custodian is a vampire, he finds himself modeling while shopping with his mother, and has an hair raising experience.
Fangs! is a fun, very simple read it would be good for capturing the interest of emerging and reluctant readers. readers that are struggling with reading, and with books that do not hold their interest will be entertain with Fangs! I think it will particularly speak to young boys and girls that are high on imagination and short on patience. the story is more about Bertie's imagination and schemes, and the trouble his ingenuity gets him into. Readers looking for more of a challenging read might get bored, but Bertie's sheer enthusiasm will capture the interest of most readers willing to give him the time.
Fangs! is a fun, very simple read it would be good for capturing the interest of emerging and reluctant readers. readers that are struggling with reading, and with books that do not hold their interest will be entertain with Fangs! I think it will particularly speak to young boys and girls that are high on imagination and short on patience. the story is more about Bertie's imagination and schemes, and the trouble his ingenuity gets him into. Readers looking for more of a challenging read might get bored, but Bertie's sheer enthusiasm will capture the interest of most readers willing to give him the time.
February 5, 2014
Dirty Bertie is ridiculously unkempt. His mother and father despair at his lack of desire for tidy hair, clean skin or fresh clothing. But it's not just his appearance that is chaotic, so is his life. Trouble follows him around whether he is trying to prove that the grumpy school janitor is a vampire or he is getting a haircut at the barbershop. Even shoe-shopping with his mom brings about disaster unlike anything he has ever seen. Early elementary aged boys will laugh at the exploits of Dirty Bertie! The black and white illustrations are pretty funny too. Despite the filth, Bertie is actually quite adorable.
August 9, 2013
Third-grader Bertie is the central character in this collection of three short stories about his escapades. Readers will certainly be amused at the stories and the illustrations as he locks the school janitor in a shed because he is convinced that he is a vampire, takes a trip to the barbershop with his father, and is mistaken for a model at the department store fashion show. All of the stories are funny but show insight into Bertie's character as he seems to learn from his mistakes.
August 22, 2013
I really felt like this was the funniest, cutest and interesting book. I have read in a long time. lol. my favorite story was the Sweeny Bob. I thought that was so cute how he had his friend to cut his hair and nickname that barber, Sweeny lol. If you're looking for a cute and fast,read to read to children under 10 they would enjoy this book.
September 25, 2013
If you like Captain Underpants, then you will enjoy Dirty Bertie fang. lol. However, you have to enjoy kids books. I love kids books a lot. In this book Bertie dresses up as a vampire for his school’s book week. From that point Bertie becomes very crazy lol. He actually starts believing his teacher is an actual vampire.
March 28, 2012
I am now a fan of the Dirtie Bertie books! This series is perfect for boys that are ready to begin chapter books. An interesting read, full of surprises. This will definately be on my purchase list.
June 22, 2016
Read with my son he really enjoyed it.
February 25, 2013
Great, gross and attention-grabbingly brilliant. Love the Dirty Bertie Series!
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