Frindle
Andrew Clements' “Frindle” follows the clever and curious Nick Allen, a fifth-grader whose love for learning leads him to challenge the way language is created. When Nick invents a new word — “frindle” for “pen” — he sparks a school-wide sensation and a debate about authority, creativity, and the power of words. This content pack invites students to dive into key scenes from Nick’s journey, from classroom antics to national attention, emphasizing themes of innovation, rebellion, and the evolution of language. Apply the keyword #Frindle to access all content from this pack in the Comic Maker, and bring to life this inventive tale of a boy who changed the dictionary.
