# Fifth Grade Top Dogs From The Amazing Imagination Of Jerry Spinelli

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Podcast: [Arroe Collins Like It's Live](https://stenobird.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live-689195)
Published: 2026-06-05T10:00:04+00:00
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Jerry Spinelli’s outstanding 44-year writing career has earned him critical acclaim and icon status, with over 25 published books for children including Maniac Magee, Stargirl, and Wringer. George, aka "Suds," is about to start the fifth grade, where he, his best friend Joey, and the rest of his classmates will be the top dogs of the whole school. They are ready to collect on the respect they now deserve and leave their lasting legacy at Gotwals Elementary . . . but that's easier said than done.Between bullies on the playground and a prankster sister, Suds is being undermined, ignored, and even challenged everywhere he turns. Suds knows this could finally be his year, if only he works on his walk, perfects his image, and his annoying little sister stays out of his way. He has been preparing to be a top dog his whole elementary school career. Does he now have what it takes? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support .

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