Children's ✦ Penny’s Take
Mean, Mean Maureen Green
Judy Cox · 2001
74/100
👍 Worth It
Judy Cox hits the early-chapter-book sweet spot: a relatable bully problem, a physical-fear subplot, and a resolution that humanizes Maureen without letting her off the hook. The empathy-forward ending is more sophisticated than most books at this level, and the black-and-white sketches keep the energy lively. A solid early chapter-book pick for the 6-to-9 crowd.
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Verdict receipt0–100
safety95
substance70
craft74
originality68
accuracy80
hype72
age-fit88
human-eye74
Penny’s verdict74
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