Al Capone Does My Shirts Kindle Edition

The main plots are beautifully written and well imagined (the much I read). I only wish the content was more appropriate for my 10-14 year old kids. A few mentions of 'private parts' slowed down my enthusiasm for the book. I finally stopped reading when the brother was made to see his special-needs sister naked (the author didn't need these scenes - the book would have been great anyways without them).

My fifth grade son who is high functioning and definitely on the spectrum has to complete a book report (in three weeks), and the required genre is historical fiction. I settled on this book, and it arrived today. Based on the reviews, I decided that he and I would read it aloud together (though he is a good -but sometimes reluctant - reader). I knew I had to select a high-interest book because he will gravitate toward books he's read before or titles that are not challenging enough. Additionally, unless the book is REALLY interesting, he wil refuse to complete any written responses. So...This afternoon we read six chapters in 45 minutes (the chapters are very short), and he loves it (and immediately started writing his early observations). He finds the details of Alcatraz fascinating but mostly really likes Matthew and Natalie. Natalie is autistic and clearly has sensory and social barriers. My kiddo thinks she's terrific. So far, this book is a WINNER. The language and terminology is not squeaky clean, but it's authentic to boys and authentic to 1935. The characters are well-drawn, and the plot provides lots of teaching-moments related to the Great Depression, our penal system, family relationships, etc.

Required summer reading for annotations prior to Advanced 6th grade ELA class. My son enjoyed the book a lot, though annotating takes a little of that excitement away by slowing it down. Thanks to other reviewers I discussed Al Capone with him before he read it. We also discussed the words rapist and blasphemy in the sense I was comfortable explaining. I would not recommend this book for children younger than 11 just for some of that content. But overall from what I read, it was a good read for middle schoolers with a little background. My son enjoyed the book and read it a second time to be ready for his test.

We’re meeting our grandchildren in San Francisco along with their parents. We purchased Alcatraz tickets and this is one of the books I purchased for this family so the children could get an idea of what Alcatraz was. I’ve read this book a long time ago and like it. My daughter said the children are loving this book.

I substitute teach occasionally and often when the class is off at music, lunch, etc. I browse the books laying around to see what young folks are reading these days. Many times I pick up something and get hooked. The 5th grade teacher had just got in a copy of "Al Capone Does My Homework" and I read enough of it to be intrigued so when I got home I downloaded the first in the series. I just downloaded the second one and will likely finish it over the weekend.I could barely put down my Kindle. I have yet to read a book written for young people that grabbed my attention like this one. I like historic fiction and this Ms. Choldenko has found a niche in history that few of us know about and filled it with interesting characters and a plot line that doesn't just confine itself to its unique location. The story of Moose and his sister Natalie is nicely woven into the overall plot along family life during the depression and Moose's coming of age, friendships, romances, and the natural curiosity of the youngsters about their notorious neighbors.I'm definitely buying this one for my 13 year old grandson!

I love this book! I had to read it for an education class but I am so glad I did. I will definitely be reading more of the "Al Capone" books from this author. This book was also recommended in one of my classes that deals with special education. This book is not only for teenagers but I think it's beneficial for any age group! I'm in college and I enjoyed reading it and got a lot out of it. Don't hesitate to buy it!

It is difficult for me to know what to say about a book like this, one that means a great deal to me personally. Set During the Great Depression, Moose is 12 years old, and his father has just gotten a job as an electrician on Alcatraz Island. His mother teaches piano lessons sometimes, and when she does, that means he has to watch his sister after school. Only it isn't like Moose has to watch his little sister, instead Moose has to watch his big sister, Natalie, who is really almost 16, but Moose's mother insists on pretending that Natalie is younger than Moose. Natalie is developmentally disabled and there is a school in San Francisco that can help kids with her difficulties, but in order for Natalie to go to that school they must pretend she is 10 and Moose has to stay out of trouble so his father can keep his job. But when he gets into trouble because the warden's daughter is always scheming, that can be a difficult decree to follow, especially since his mother has demands of her own. With the various demands of all the woman around him, Moose just might need the help of the world's most notorious gangster, Al Capone, to stay out of trouble. At the end, the story indulges in a bit of alternative history. Highly Recommended.

I read this book because I was curious after seeing it on the sale rack at the bookstore. It is a young adult book that is probably something I would have really liked when I was about 10 or so. I'm in my thirties now and I really liked it. I have given copies to a few young readers I know and they all really liked it too. It is not geared toward one gender or another...both the boys and the girl I have given it to really enjoyed it. There are some really interesting historical things in the book and well written characters of all ages. Also, I wouldn't think that anyone would be offended by the material and issues brought up in the book in case you're thinking of giving it to a kid you know.

My son, aged 10, and I read this book together. We loved it! A really inspired setting and what I felt was a very sensitive portrayal of the impact of autism on a family. Probably more appropriate to the 12+ age group, but okay for younger with appropriate guidance. A super book.

Our son was recommended these by his English teacher so we bought them all.

Cover not as shown and several ripped pages. Disappointed.

needed for school project, arrived quickly

I think this book would interest quite few people!!