This is the story of Junior, growing up on the “rez,” short for reservation. Born with hydrocephalus, Junior has had to put up with a lot of teasing and bullying, but he is very bright. Rowdy, one of the toughest kids on the “rez,” has made it his business to look after Junior. All that changes, however, when after an incident at school, one of Junior's teachers suggests to him that he needs to get out if he is to have a fulfilling life. Junior's decision to attend the rural white school thirty miles away causes quite a stir in both the Indian and the white community.With illustrations on nearly every page, this book reminded me a bit of a slightly more grown up version of Diary of a Wimpy Kid. I think reluctant readers will also enjoy the humor. This book would also be a good conversation-starter for kids who do not know much about reservations, or the Native American way of life. My favorite thing about the book? The happy ending.
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