Dogs Don't Tell Jokes

Twelve-year-old jokester Gary Boone knows he was born to be a comedian, it's
the kids in his class who think he's just a goon. Winning the school talent
show would be Gary's dream come true, but on the big night his dream nearly
backfires--with hilarious results. "With its strong, realistic
characterization, Sachar's gracefully told story will please his longtime fans
and gain him new followers as well"-- "Publishers Weekly."
An IRA/CBC Children's Choice.