What is the book Extra credit about?

"Extra Credit" is a 2004 young adult novel by Andrew Clements. It is about a seventh grader named Jack who is assigned extra credit for his history class. The assignment is to create a biography of a person from his town's history. Jack struggles with the assignment and doesn't know where to start. He is reluctant to do the extra credit but eventually decides to research the town's history.

The novel explores themes of:

* Finding your own history: Jack discovers surprising connections to his town's past and learns about people he never knew.

* The power of storytelling: He learns about the importance of preserving history and the power of stories to connect people.

* Overcoming challenges: Jack struggles with procrastination and self-doubt but eventually overcomes these obstacles to complete the assignment.

"Extra Credit" is a story about the unexpected places we find ourselves in, the surprising connections we make, and the power of history to shape our present. It is a relatable and engaging story that will appeal to young readers.