The Infamous Ratsos: Ratty Tattletale

(Paperback)

Available Formats

Publishing Details

Classifications

Physical Properties

Description

When Ralphie Ratso stands up to some kids who bullied his friend, they vow revenge. But will ratting them out make it worse

Sid and Kurt have been picking on Ralphies friend Tiny, and when Ralphie tells them to stop, the two boys get sent to the principals office. Now Sid and Kurt are out to get Ralphie! They upend Ralphies lunch tray, whip the ball at his head on the playground, and pelt him with peashooters when the teachers aren't lookingping! Ralphies brother, Louie, says he should tell a grown-up, but Ralphienot wanting to be a Ratty Tattletaledecides to fight fire with fire, only creating new problems for himself. Its time to tell Big Lou, his dad, who has a few wise ideas for putting things right. Full of the charm and fun that Ratsos fans love, this fifth adventure highlights the difference between standing up for yourself and taking vengeanceand shows why confiding in a trusted grown-up when you have a big problem can be the coolest thing to do.

Reviews

A new life lesson for Ralphie and Louie Ratso, with an assist from their savvy single dad... Gentle, supportive humor is reinforced by the comical illustrations. Instructivedelightfully so.
Kirkus Reviews

Author Bio

Kara LaReau is the author of the Infamous Ratsos series, the first book of which received a Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor, as well as the middle-grade fiction series The Unintentional Adventures of the Bland Sisters and numerous picture books, including Baby Clown, illustrated by Matthew Cordell. Kara LaReau lives in Providence, Rhode Island.

Matt Myers is the illustrator of the Geisel Honor Book The Infamous Ratsos as well as the other books in the Infamous Ratsos series. He has illustrated many picture books, including Pirates Perfect Pet by Beth Ferry. He lives in North Carolina.