The Homework Strike - Hardcover

Praise for The 14 Fibs of Gregory K.
"Pincus's story explores struggles with friends, family, and learning while remaining exuberant and relatable, a winning equation." -- Publishers Weekly
"This delightful novel introduces a resourceful and inspiring young character, and many readers will relate to Gregory's desire for creative expression and his yearning for acceptance." -- Booklist
"Gregory's difficulties with being different from his parents, living in his older brother's shadow, and feeling inadequate compared to a smart younger sister will strike a familiar chord with middle-graders struggling to define themselves." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
"It is unusual to meet a family in middle-grade fiction that enjoys playing math games at the table, and it's refreshing to be reminded of the importance of honesty with family and friends. By any reckoning, a successful debut." -- Kirkus Reviews

Gregory K. has way, way too much homework.
 
I mean, he knew middle school would be hard work, and he wants to do well. But no matter what Gregory does, homework is the voracious time-eating monster that gobbles all things. It just isn't fair.
 
So Gregory decides to do something radical: civil disobedience! In other words, he goes on a total, complete (but well-reasoned) homework strike. His friends think he's making a huge mistake. His parents are worried about his grades. His principal just wants him to stop making trouble. And the news media sniffs a story!
 
Can Gregory rally his fellow students, make his voice heard, and still pass seventh grade?