Angleberger, T. (2010). The strange case of Origami Yoda. NY:Abrams.
Recommended Age: 4th and up
Summary: Six grade students have a very interesting phenomenon going on at their campus. A strange student named Dwight started wearing a origami finger puppet he made everyday. The puppet began giving advice / predicting the future for the students who asked him questions. Tommy, his friend, decides to investigate the strange occurrences to determine if it is true or if Dwight is making it all up. He needs to know, because he is unsure if he should follow Origami Yoda's advice about a girl he likes. In the end, all of Origami Yoda's advice paid off. The students had a great time at the dance, and Tommy danced with the girl that he liked. This is an interesting story. I can see how upper elementary grade would enjoy this book and it's storyline. Student will enjoy the instructions on how to personally make their own Origami Yoda.
Younger students in the young adult age range (4th -6th) will be able to understand the inner workings of the school and the social circles that it discusses. Every school has cliques or groups that young adult readers can understand.
Resources: http://origamiyoda.com/
Recommendations for follow up reading all by Tom Angleberger:
Art2-D2's Guide to Folding and Doodling: An Origami Yoda Activity Book
The Surprise Attack of Jabba the Puppett: An Origami Yoda Book
Darth Paper Strikes Back:An Origami Yoda Book
Princess Labelmaker to the Rescue!: An Origami Yoda Book
Emperor Pickletine Rides the Bus (Origami Yoda)
The Secret of the Fortune Wookiee (Origami Yoda)
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