Don't You Dare Read This, Mrs. Dunphrey

I am currently reading Don't You Dare Read This, Mrs. Dunphrey, and first assumed the worst: Haddix would try too hard to appeal to young, naive audiences, and in turn compromise showing the bitter sweetness of teen life, sugar-coating the most important part to a realistic fiction novel-- the feeling of real. I, along with those who suspected the same, were instead in for a pleasant surprise. Not only is this medley of entries composed by high-schooler Tish a quick read by means of Haddix's sway and style, but the book's premise and formatting isn't too easy for bookaholics or too difficult for non-regular readers. Tish morphs into something of a heroine in her own gloomy and pessimistic way, simply because she writes shamelessly through the scarred eyes shared by many teens today. Haddix's writing is in top form, winning hearts and captivating the empathy of any reader who endures family troubles or feels as though personal issues can be nothing more than secrets. Audiences will laugh and cry until the final word is read. One of Margaret Peterson Haddix's finest is one click of a button away.

I really liked this book. It was very realistic and a quick read. I was really worried about what would happen to the girl and her brother, and I couldn't put it down until I found out.

Journal writing--what a waste! Tish is one of the girls who likes to site in the back row and not put alot into her schoolwork but it seems that Mrs. Dunphrey wants her to put thoughts on paper. The only good thing about the assignment is that the teacher says it's ok to write "Don't read this" at the beginning of each entry that is private. Tish initially writes about unimportant things but gradually pours out the secrets of her home life, including her parents' yo-yo relationship and the subsequent abandonment of Tish and her younger brother, Matt. As Tish tries to attend school, care for Matt, and keep a job to have money for food, she realizes that opening her journal to Mrs. Dunphrey might be the only way to survive. An excellent glimpse into the life of a teen struggling to overcome huge obstacles. As an educator, I have seen the cathartic effects that journalling can have for students. This story has been a winner since publication in 1996 and the updated cover photograph will continue to pull in readers. Thanks to Puget Sound Council for the review copy.

Most authors write in paragraphs, but this was told through letters and it was somethoing different. I really injoyed it.

Tish Bonner in Don't You Dare Read This, Mrs.Dunphrey is just a quiet girl with big hair in the back of the classroom, but not for long because when she receives a journal from Mrs. Dunphrey, her life will be devoted to that journal. Every entry is titled "Do Not Read" so Mrs.Dunphrey doesn't know what's really going on in her life. This realistic fiction book can relate to many kids and teens because what Tish goes through in the book, happens in real life. I would recommend this book for anyone over 11 years old. I liked the book because I could relate to it a little, but others would probably relate to it a lot. I'd give this book a ¾ stars because other readers will enjoy this book because of its humor and realistic suspense.

In the book Don't You Dare Read This, Mrs. Dunphrey the main character, Tish, writes in a journal for a class assignment. At the beginning she doesn't like to write in it, but so she realizes it expresses her and it feels good to tell someone whats happening in her life. Tish has a pretty rough life. For starters, shes practically raising her brother. Her mom is still obsessed with her dad who has been gone for two years, and barley pays attention to her kids. But when Tish's dad is finally in town again, her mom does whatever it takes for him to stay. I would recommend this book if you like short and easy books. It pulls you in from the very start and you won't be able to put it down. I'd also recommend this to teenagers who think their life is the worst, because after they read this they might change the way they look at things. Don't You Dare Read This, Mrs. Dunphrey is a book everyone should read.

So sad but something like that happened to me! But who cares! The book was awsome. And it keeps u hooked on untill u reach the end of the book. I think it deserves a 5 star!

Wow, I love Margret Peterson Haddix! All of her books are so unique and gripping. " Don't You Dare Read This, Mrs. Dunphrey" is a journal of a high school girl who's father is rough. Her mom is financially unstable and she feels the need to make sure her little brothers does well, and is cared for properly. In this book she shares her journey from start to finally deciding to break away and do what is best for her and her brother.

The book was amazing. Mainly because it told the truth about the lives of young teenagers in these situations, especially with inner city kids. It was such a breath of fresh air not to have the author sugarcoat anything. Some people were upset at how much the book revealed about schools, homes, and the system. But honestly, the story needed to be told. I would recommend the book to anyone

This is my favorite book of all time!!! Its different because its written like a journal but its not all girly. its interesting and it opens your eyes to things that could be happening around you and you may nit know. Best book ever everybody should read it!!!!!

This is a really good book im reading it at school and i am totally hooked

I love this book! It's no action packed romance novel like the hunger games, but it's a suspencful story that gets you rooting for the unlikely heroine, tish bonner, 'one of the girls with big hair who sits in the back row' as she describes herself.

This book is awesome. I love it. Margaret Peterson Haddix is amazing. I dont know how she does it.

I love this book. I have read it so many times over and over again. A must read.

So i read this awhile back. My teacher had given me the book. I had read it and loved then totally forgot about it. Found it teo years later at my school libary. Read it again amd again loved it. This book is a must read and i had to mae all my friemds read it amd they two loved it!!!!!

Im speechless

Great book,but so sad i luvvvvv the plot

This book was so amazing. It really feels like you are in the book! Great read! :)

I loveeeeeeeeeeeeeeee this book it is amazing before i got my nook i rarley read but it took me like three hours to read this and i was awesome yaaaaaaaaaaasaaaaa

I thought it was very relevant and it does show how us teens feel. It wasnt something that everyone of us goes through, but we all have things that we feel ashamed and untrusting of others about. I recomend this book(:

I read this book from the library, because i had nothing else to read! To be honest it was a giod book but the language that Haddix was trying to get at like a ghetto teen, was a little over bearing because im not really used to that way of speaking. But, that was really the only problem. Good read!

Im ten and when i read this book i cryed, i felt the way she felt and couldnt belive what i was reading. This girl was stoung you should serisoly read this book

It seemed boring at first but its really good!

i enjoyed this novel a lot. It was exciting, yet emotional at the same time. About a girl overcoming her struggles of raising herself and her brother at such a young age, all alone with no help. Even though its short, it was a great read. I would suggust it to everyone.

Every student has to turn in his or her journal in Mrs. Dunphrey¿s English class. Mrs. Dunphrey won¿t read any entry if they put ¿Do not read this.¿ on their journal. Tish desperately needed someone talk to, so she wrote about her life in her journal. She wrote about really private, and dangerous things. And she put ¿Do not read this.¿ most of the times. But, she wondered if Mrs. Dunphrey doesn¿t read her journal or not. She doubted that Mrs. Dunphrey was actually reading her journal. She couldn¿t trust any adult. Tish wrote everything about her on her journal. Because she wanted someone to listen her story and she wanted to get rid of her fear. But, she didn¿t want people to have compassion for her. And she couldn¿t trust someone. So, she put ¿Do not read this¿. Mrs. Dunphrey actually didn¿t read which Tish put ¿Do not read this.¿ So, she didn¿t know what was going on around Tish. But She realized something was going on around her. And she was really worrying about her. And she helped Tish when she was really in trouble. Finally Tish led Mrs. Dunphrey all her journal, which she put ¿Don¿t read this.¿ She didn¿t have someone who she can trust, but Mrs. Dunphrey was only person who Tish could trust. After that Mrs. Dunphrey took care of her and Tish was be able to confided about all he trouble. This book was much different. This book is written by just her journal. So, it was kind of bored for me because every page was all same patterns. But story was good. It was good that Tish finally showed her mind to someone. Everyone needs to have someone who can trust. So, they can talk about them and they can be helped from someone.