A review by mconnelly
Bud, Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis

3.0

This book is an interesting story about a young orphan on the search for his father, armed only with the clues that his late mother left behind. It is humorous, intriguing, historical, and at times, sad. This book could be used as part of a history lesson in an older elementary classroom. It gives background information on Hoovervilles, orphanages, and what times were like in Michigan during the Hoover-era. It is also just an entertaining read for children, as many of them will likely be able to relate to Bud's honesty, and his witty book of rules.