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The Dubious Pranks of Shaindy Goodman

Everyone knows Gayil is perfect. All the teachers adore her and she’s the most popular girl in the entire sixth grade. But what happens when the model student decides to have a little fun?
Shaindy is about to find out.
Ages 10+
Pages 192
Publisher Levine Querido
Last Offered Jul 2025
Awards
Sydney Taylor Gold Medal Winner
National Jewish Book Award Winner

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54 Reviews

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The Dubious Pranks of Shaindy Goodman by Sam

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Review by Elana

I give the book The Dubious Pranks of Shaindy Goodman a five star review! It is a fast-paces story filled with details, surprises, and mind-blowing twists. The themes of this book revolve around the struggles with friendship, Judaism, family, and middle school. It makes you think about what rules are worth bending, and unintended consequences. I loved the way that the author gives each character more depth than most books I have read. I would recommend this book to people who like characters who are complex and stories that explore the fine line between good and bad. I hope you enjoy The Dubious Pranks of Shaindy Goodman. See you next book!

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What comes around might do more than go around!

Review by ELK22

This book shows that the perfect role model might not be that perfect. What happens when the role model chooses fun over etiquette? A tale containing a little bit of mystery and a lot of fun. Go on this adventure with Shaindy and see how people lose their marbles.

Apr 01, 2026 10:10 PM
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OK

Review by barucha_annabeth

MEH Everyone knows Gayil is perfect. All the teachers adore her and she’s the most popular girl in the entire sixth grade. But what happens when the model student decides to have a little fun? Shaindy is about to find out.

Mar 03, 2026 02:43 PM
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The Dubious Pranks of Shaindy Goldman

Review by marshmallowqueen

This was a good book, tho one with lots of peer pressure. It is a bit silly tho, which I liked, and gives you a peek into what Jewish holidays are like if you are more religous, or even orthodox. It also makes you see what going to an All-girls, all-jewish school is like. A great pick if you like Pranks. l hope you enjoy this book!!, (if you choose it) :P ;) :)

Mar 02, 2026 08:55 PM
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Good Book

Review by Mollelu220

This book teaches you how not to be a friend. The most important lesson is not to backstab.

Mar 01, 2026 03:08 PM
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Pranks

Review by TsipKiev

You can feel the peer pressure. I like that she was still nice to her friend.

Feb 02, 2026 02:23 PM