There are several Nikki and Deja books in this series but each one can stand alone. I’ve previously reviewed Nikki and Deja: Wedding Drama. These books are intended for beginning readers, ages 6-9. Even though the two main characters are girls, my nine year old son enjoyed this book.

This book illustrates why it’s important to behave for a substitute teacher and follow the rules at school in general in a fun way. Nikki and Deja are good girls who follow the rules without being tattletales or goody-goodies. I appreciated how the girls figured out how things would be different if the first sub was more sure of himself.

I really like how this series features children of color without race being the central issue to the story. They add a nice bit of diversity to our home library. ( )