42 pages • 1 hour read
Rob BuyeaBecause of Mr. Terupt
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2010A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Because of Mr. Terupt by Rob Buyea follows seven fifth-grade students who navigate personal challenges and growth under the guidance of their new teacher, Mr. Terupt, whose innovative teaching methods aim to foster responsibility. When a freak accident during a snowball fight leaves Mr. Terupt in a coma, the students struggle with guilt and ultimately come together, learning deeper lessons about forgiveness and unity. The novel addresses bullying, divorce, teen pregnancy, moral prejudice, special needs, death, and guilt.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Rob Buyea’s Because of Mr. Terupt is lauded for its engaging storytelling and emotional depth, resonating particularly well with middle-grade readers. Highlighted strengths include well-developed characters and a heartwarming plot. Some critics note a tendency towards predictability and sentimentality; however, the book's overall impact is overwhelmingly positive.
Who Should Read Because of Mr. Terupt?
A reader who enjoys Because of Mr. Terupt by Rob Buyea is likely to appreciate engaging, character-driven stories set in a school environment, similar to Wonder by R.J. Palacio and Fish in a Tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt. Ideal for upper elementary and middle school readers, this book appeals to those who enjoy themes of friendship, growth, and empathy within a classroom setting.
RecommendedReading Age
8-12yearsLexile Level
560LBook Details
Emotions/Behavior: Forgiveness
Children's Literature