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From Nerd to Ninja! (Ninja Kid 1)

By Anh Do
Series: Ninja Kid
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From Nerd to Ninja! (Ninja Kid 1) by Anh Do is a delightful children's book that follows the adventures of Nelson, a seemingly ordinary schoolboy who discovers he's the last ninja on earth. Guided by his ninja-loving Grandma, Nelson must navigate school life while mastering his newfound skills. This humorous tale combines action, friendship, and a unique family legacy that changes Nelson’s life forever.
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You might enjoy this book if you love stories about underdogs discovering hidden talents and embarking on adventurous journeys. With a blend of humour, action, and the classic theme of self-discovery, this children's book promises excitement and laughs, making it perfect for young readers who enjoy tales of transformation and empowerment.

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Nelson's a nerd! Unfit, uncool ... totally awkward! But when he wakes up on his tenth birthday, he discovers he's a NINJA! THE LAST NINJA ON EARTH! How's he going to save the world when he can't even get his undies on the right way?!

With the help of Grandma's inventions and his wild cousin Kenny, can Nelson master his new ninja skills AND save Duck Creek?

Series: Ninja Kid

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    The CIRCUS is coming to town, and NELSON and his friends have a chance to be part of the show! Nelson’s AMAZING NINJA SKILLS will be PERFECT! But what will NINJA Nelson do when BIG TROUBLE arrives at the BIG TOP!
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  • Flying Ninja! (Ninja Kid 2)
    Flying Ninja! (Ninja Kid 2) by Anh Do is a thrilling adventure featuring Nelson, the world's nerdiest ninja. Nelson may not be the coolest or the bravest, but he certainly has a lot of heart! In this instalment, Nelson faces the formidable challenge of stopping an animal rampage and tackling malfunctioning machines causing chaos all over town. To succeed, he'll...
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  • From Nerd to Ninja! (Ninja Kid 1)
    Nelson's a nerd! Unfit, uncool ... totally awkward! But when he wakes up on his tenth birthday, he discovers he's a NINJA! THE LAST NINJA ON EARTH! How's he going to save the world when he can't even get his undies on the right way?! With the help of Grandma's inventions and his wild cousin Kenny, can Nelson master his...
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  • Hypno Ninja! (Ninja Kid 12)
    Grandma has invented a hypno ring! It’s so powerful, it can make you cluck like a chicken or hop like a frog — it even makes Kenny forget he’s scared of ladybugs! But when the ring is stolen, how will Nelson stop the hectic hypno mayhem? Hypno Ninja! is an adventurous addition to the Ninja Kid series that will have...
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  • Ninja Artists! (Ninja Kid 11)
    Ninja Artists! welcomes back Nelson and Kenny in the eleventh book of the bestselling Ninja Kid series by Anh Do. Join them in a heroic new adventure! Nelson's class is having a cool Art Competition! But when Nelson and Kenny accidentally travel back in time, they find themselves battling mythical creatures instead of painting them! How on earth are our...
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  • Ninja Buddies! (Ninja Kid 14)
    The museum’s rare space gem has been stolen! Luckily, Nelson and Kenny have new friends with some serious ninja skills to help! Can the team work together to find the missing gem? Or will calling in Buddy Backup backfire?! Ninja Buddies! (Ninja Kid 14) promises an exciting adventure filled with thrilling teamwork and ninja action. Join the crew on their...
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  • Ninja Clones! (Ninja Kid 5)
    Ninja Clones! (Ninja Kid 5) by Anh Do takes you on a thrilling adventure with Nelson and Kenny as they face an unexpected challenge. Nelson and Kenny have been cloned! Robot Nelson and Robot Kenny are faster, smarter, and even better dancers. However, when the clones spin out of control at school camp, it's up to the real Nelson and...
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  • Ninja Dogs! (Ninja Kid 8)
    Something strange is going on... all the animals in town have DISAPPEARED! But with Grandma's latest invention, Nelson and Kenny can sniff out trouble by TURNING INTO DOGS! How will they find the pets when they can't stop PLAYING FETCH? Discover the hilarious antics in Ninja Dogs! (Ninja Kid 8) by Anh Do.
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  • Ninja Fish! (Ninja Kid 9)
    There’s tickets to the amazing new aquarium up for grabs—Nelson and Kenny need to swim to win! But their swimming is so bad, they belong in the kiddie pool! Can Grandma’s latest awesome invention help turn these ninja flops into ninja fish?!
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  • Ninja Games! (Ninja Kid 13)
    It’s time to go bananas! Thanks to Grandma’s awesome new invention, Nelson and Kenny are inside their favourite video game. But can they defeat the big, bad Super Boss before they run out of time... and lives?! Ninja Games! (Ninja Kid 13) by Anh Do promises an exciting adventure where the stakes are high and the challenges are endless. Join...
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  • Ninja Giants! (Ninja Kid 6)
    The fair is in town! Nelson and Kenny want to go on all the rides! But after testing Grandma's new invention, they're suddenly too small to go anywhere! Luckily, Nelson and Kenny have a plan to get taller again . . . way, WAAAAY taller! Join their adventure in Ninja Giants! (Ninja Kid 6) by Anh Do.
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  • Ninja Heroes! (Ninja Kid 10)
    Ninja Heroes! (Ninja Kid 10) by Anh Do is a gripping adventure where Nelson and Kenny find themselves in an unexpected predicament. As they rehearse for the school play, Grandma's latest invention inadvertently brings all the characters to life! Now, they must find a way to zap everyone back in their book before the entire town is overrun by a...
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From Nerd to Ninja! (Ninja Kid 1) by Anh Do is praised for its humorous and engaging story, capturing children's imaginations with its blend of adventure and fun. Readers appreciate its relatable characters and inspiring messages of embracing one's uniqueness and potential. It's considered an exciting read that encourages young readers to connect with the protagonist's journey from an ordinary kid to a ninja hero.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781742993263

Publisher: Scholastic Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 March 2018

Country: Australia

Imprint: Scholastic Press

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Jeremy Ley

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 90g

Pages: 192

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Anh Do Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Series: Ninja Kid

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