Crash

By: Jerry Spinelli

Narrated by: Robbie Daymond

Take a look behind the bully in this modern classic from Newbery medalist Jerry Spinelli that packs a punch. And don't miss the highly anticipated new novel, Dead Wednesday.

Cocky seventh-grade super-jock Crash Coogan got his nickname the day he used his first football helmet to knock his cousin Bridget flat on her backside. And he has been running over people ever since, especially Penn Webb, the dweeby, vegetarian Quaker kid who lives down the block. Through the eyes of Crash, readers get a rare glimpse into the life of a bully in this unforgettable and beloved story about stereotypes and the surprises life can bring.

"Readers will devour this humorous glimpse of what jocks are made of." --School Library Journal, starred review

Critic reviews

"Without being preachy, Spinelli packs a powerful moral wallop, leaving it to the pitch-perfect narration to drive home his point" --Publishers Weekly

"Spinelli's writing style is great for kids in this age-group, fast-paced and funny." --Booklist

My fave growing up

This book has always made me happy and it’s such a great story and I will always treasure it. Reading it as an adult reminded me of why I’ve truly loved it since I was in the 3rd grade.

Good

Good story line I liked that the caps where short love book make another one would be sick

Has appeal across all ages

A book I could share with my grandson but also recommend to adults who like a good story. You come away feeling good. Something most of us can use this year!

Amazing Book

Loved It so much best book in da world a a a a a a

Penn Web Fanclub members

We recommend this book to folks who have small houses, big imaginations, love nature and don’t have TVs! And of course Everyone else too! It is an awesome book! Hope you read it!