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The Last Holiday Concert Audiobook
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For Hart Evans, being the most popular fifth grader has its advantages: kids look up to him and teachers let him get away with everything. But during one choir practice, Hart zones out too far, accidentally flinging a rubber band at his teacher. Mr. Meinert realizes that if Hart is ever going to discover his musical potential, his punishment must march to a different drummer. And then, as Mr. Meinert is about to leave school because there is no funding left for his job, he orchestrates a class vote to appoint Hart as the new interim choir director. Now it's Hart's job to ready the class for the annual Holiday concert, and ultimately to convince the board why his teacher should stay in school.
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"This book was pretty good. It was like a sneak peek into this one moment in time when everything and everyone just comes together perfectly. Each character was developed, although they weren't really explored in depth, and the story reflected school and classroom dynamics in a very real way. It also touched on biggers issues affecting education today, such as the lack of funding forcing districts to cut vital programs like music and the arts."
— Mrs. (4 out of 5 stars)
The Last Holiday Concert Listener Reviews
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" To me confusing and strange. "
— Jake, 2/9/2014 -
" it was interesting because children can invent things that marvel and catch adults attention, and being a prideful leader. "
— Danny, 1/19/2014 -
" its another great book by andrew clements but although its kind of a seasonal book "
— Stephanie, 1/9/2014 -
" i lllllllllllllllllllloooooooooooooooooooooooooovvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvveeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeedddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddd iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiittttttttttttttttttttttt, iloved it "
— Irie, 1/1/2014 -
" 6th grade music teacher getting cut back--lets students handle own holiday concert. Very enjoyable read. "
— Shauna, 12/26/2013 -
" i wish i was in HART'S shoes in that book "
— Mariana, 12/15/2013 -
" Not as deep as other books by Mr. Clements. The Last Holiday Concert seems to progress faster without so much character or conflict development, but is still successful in its intent to inspire children to achieve. "
— Dan, 12/10/2013 -
" I don't remember this one too much, but I remember that I had a hard time getting through it but it was worth it in the end. "
— Luke, 12/5/2013 -
" The book is so cool "
— Aaron, 12/2/2013 -
" I'm not sure how I feel about the way the book ended, but it was a very cute, enjoyable story. Andrew Clements has a great way with characters and this is just another example of that. "
— Jessica, 11/30/2013 -
" great read to show you you're not the only one with a messed up life... especialy around the holidays "
— Emma, 10/30/2013 -
" This book is another one of Andrew Clements awesome books. It's good to read during the Christmas time. "
— Jowel, 10/27/2013 -
" This book was about some 6 grade kids that had to run their own holiday concert. It was pretty interesting because they got no help from their teacher. So if you like Andrew Clements then this is the book for you. "
— Lauren, 5/2/2013 -
" Kid steps up to save school's holiday concert when teacher looses hope. "
— Ledawn, 4/8/2013 -
" This book was amazing. A wonderful story line with a bit of a twist. Honestly, one of my favorite books. "
— Colette, 3/25/2013 -
" Andrew Clements is one of my favorite childrens writers. His books always have likable characters and great story lines that can lead to wonderful conversations with your child or students. This book, the Last Holiday Concert, would be fun to share anytime of the year. "
— Shelli, 2/7/2013 -
" This book is DEFINATLY Andrew Clement's best book EVER! "
— Elisa, 12/11/2012 -
" This book is about a kid who has to put on his own holiday concert. "
— Bob, 10/31/2012 -
" This was a really good book about christmas "
— Autumn, 9/5/2012 -
" I really want to know what happens next. "
— Nafisah, 6/26/2012 -
" this was a pretty good book, but i don't remember it much. It is great for kids just learning to read chapter books until 13 or so, unless ur not into teenage books, this is kinda for a younger audience except if ur not a good reader "
— Jess, 3/27/2012 -
" I love this book you never know what the charecers are going to do next! "
— Priyanka, 2/26/2012 -
" Always kinda liked Andrew Clements. He kinda gets the feel of what school's like. "
— Therese, 2/25/2012 -
" Story picked up towards the middle. I found the writing a little redundant. Still, a cute story that reads fast. "
— Teri, 10/3/2011 -
" This book is a really good book. It talks about Hart and how he faces challenges through his music... "
— Tanvi, 9/6/2011 -
" Entire family enjoyed listening to this. "
— Angie, 5/9/2011 -
" It was an ok book. It was just about a teacher who hates the main character. Then the main character thinks of an idea and save the last concert. "
— Nathan, 3/9/2011 -
" This book was about some 6 grade kids that had to run their own holiday concert. It was pretty interesting because they got no help from their teacher. So if you like Andrew Clements then this is the book for you. "
— Lauren, 3/9/2011 -
" I don't remember much of this book except that it was good. "
— Jake, 3/4/2011 -
" A cute children's book. I got a real kick out of the music teacher. "
— Lara, 2/27/2011 -
" I was an epic story.Great beginning and the way the author expressed feelings ,was extarordinary! "
— Vanessa, 2/22/2011 -
" Really not up to his standards at all. My daughter and I read it hoping it would be as good as Frindle with a Christmas twist. Unfortunately not. "
— Patty, 12/28/2010 -
" I'm not sure how I feel about the way the book ended, but it was a very cute, enjoyable story. Andrew Clements has a great way with characters and this is just another example of that. "
— Jessica, 12/5/2010 -
" Andrew Clements is one of my favorite childrens writers. His books always have likable characters and great story lines that can lead to wonderful conversations with your child or students. This book, the Last Holiday Concert, would be fun to share anytime of the year. "
— Shelli, 11/13/2010 -
" rubber band shooting, holiday concert fun. having read many of his books i think he is one of the best authors of all time. and this is not an exception. so what are you waiting for start reading. "
— Julian, 10/31/2010 -
" This book was amazing. A wonderful story line with a bit of a twist. Honestly, one of my favorite books. "
— Colette, 10/22/2010 -
" I have read this author's books before...I just don't remember them, so I'm gonna re-read all of them. <br/> <br/>I love "This could happen at my school" feel he has to all of his books. Bravo! "
— LunaBeth, 9/16/2010 -
" It was a good book for the car trip, but I wasn't overly impressed with the story myself. If I was 8, though, my rating would probably be a lot higher. "
— Pamala, 7/27/2010 -
" I really want to know what happens next. "
— Nafisah, 7/13/2010
About Andrew Clements
Andrew Clements is the author of the enormously successful children’s novel Frindle. He has won two Christopher Awards and an Edgar Award, and more than ten million of his books are in print. His popular works include About Average, Troublemaker, Extra Credit, and others. Clements is a graduate of Northwestern and National Louis universities, and he currently lives in central Massachusetts with his wife.
About Fred Berman
Fred Berman has won several AudioFile Earphones Awards as well as the prestigious Audie Award for best narration. He is an actor of theater, film, and television whose credits include Broadway’s The Lion King, Law & Order, and Directing Eddie, among others. He was featured in Entertainment Weekly for his work on the Walking Dead audiobook series.