![]() ![]() The book follows Zinkoff during his developmental years through Elementary and Middle school. Loser is a coming of age novel written by Jerry Spinelli about a boy named Donald Zinkoff, ostracized by his peers due to his clumsiness and clueless nature. As readers follow Zinkoff from first through sixth grade, it becomes impossible not to identify with and root for him through failures and triumphs. Loser (2002) Its hard living in a world where people want to judge you all the time. ![]() And one winter night, Zinkoff's differences show that any name can someday become "hero."With some of his finest writing to date and great wit and humor, Jerry Spinelli creates a story about a boy's individuality surpassing the need to fit in and the genuine importance of failure. He doesn't know he's not like everyone else. But Zinkoff also raises his hand with all the wrong answers, trips over his own feet, and falls down with laughter over a word like "Jabip."Other kids have their own word to describe him, but Zinkoff is too busy to hear it. Loser: Summary and book reviews of Loser by Jerry Spinelli. Rising action is tha series of events that lead to the climax of the story, usually the conflicts or struggles of the protagonist. nd wants to be like his dad when he grows up. Read and submit book reviews for books to share with the literature community. Just like other kids, Zinkoff rides his bike, hopes for snow days, a. This classic book is perfect for fans of Gordon Korman and Carl Hiaasen. Loser chronicles the childhood of Donald Zinkoff, who is one of the most unusual, endearing characters ever to grace the pages of. From renowned Newbery-winning author Jerry Spinelli comes a powerful story about how not fitting in just might lead to an incredible life. Loser is a young adult novel published in 2002 by American author and Newbury Medal winner Jerry Spinelli. ![]()
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