Morgy Makes His Move

by Maggie Lewis

Book Overview

Morgy MacDougal-MacDuff hates being the new kid in a new school in a new town in a new state. Each day brings more things to get used to, from weird Boston accents to surviving the blizzard of the century to facing Ferguson, bully extraordinaire. Gradually, though, Morgy begins to figure out life in Puckett Corner, Massachusetts, and learns that he just might fit in after all.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0618196803
• ISBN13: 9780618196807
• Release Date: April 2002
• Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.8" x 8.2"
• Age Range: 7 to 9 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 4

Customer Reviews

Morgy Scores!

Though bullies and childhood exploits seem to be all too common in juvenile literature, Maggie Lewis creates a delightful story with Morgy MacDougal-Macduff. Through the story one can picture what it must be like to move from California to Puckett Corner, Massachusetts as a boy and experience the wonders of life: making friends, learning how to deal with the school bully, becoming proficient in hockey, and braving the harsh winters that New England has to offer. As someone who went to college in Maine, it gave me additional perspective of what life might have been like as a kid for my New England friends. Maggie Lewis gives us delightful character sketches and wonderful detail of setting in this charming book...

humorous and touching

This story has shown successfully the transitions a child goes through when moving across country. It was well written so that a child could easily understand and relate to the characters. There were many funny situations and obstacles that Morgy had to overcome in order to fit into his new neighborhood. The way Morgy handles the bully was excellent. The book was written in a way that would appeal to both boys and girls. Children will be begging for more stories with their favorite character, Morgy. Maggie Lewis' first book was a hit! I am looking forward to reading more stories from this author.

"Morgy" hits home for so many!

I read this book to a grade four class. Not only did it become their instant favourite, but mine too. As a librarian, I recommend this book for its quality and content. The main character is sincere, and like any other North American kid, one with strong emotions and feelings. I was very pleased to see a fresh new approach to how he dealt with the local bully and started coping with the changes in his life. The inclusion of hockey made it popular with both boys and girls, as it is not the main focus of the story. I look forward to seeing a lot more work from Maggie Lewis!

Ms. Lewis remembers what it's like to be a kid

This is a terrific book. It is funny and sweet and shows real insight into the emotions and experiences of a young child in a new town. I want more Morgy!

You'll be begging for a sequel!

This is a fast-moving story filled with many touching and funny situations that every child will recognize--even those who have not made cross-country moves. In the beginning, it seems impossible that Morgy will ever overcome his new kid's isolation, but his happy membership in a quirky new neighborhood comes about in surprising and satisfying ways. Kids will appreciate this character's humor as well as its heart.