Beatrice is turning her world upside down by trying to encourage others with certificates of encouragement. Giving her teacher the "Strictest" certificate, although meant to be a complaint, turns out to be a lesson in friendship, seeing others for who they truly are, and how all people want to be acknowledged and liked. This is a fast and fun read and great for a school book club. With Growth Mindset as a focus, teachers and students will enjoy the story and can see how helping others can help them learn how to solve problems within their own world.

This is a cute story with likable characters who are trying to do something positive. Beatrice and her friend, Lenni are trying to secretly give "props" to people who don't get noticed for what they do. Unfortunately, their good intentions turn to trouble. But the faith that Beatrice has in her plan and the lengths that she goes to see it succeed, makes this humorous book enjoyable and worth the read.

I absolutely adored the first Beatrice Zinker book, and I have to say— although I didn’t think it was possible— I loved this one even more! Beatrice’s character is one I hope my students emulate. Her ability to embrace her eccentricities while lifting up those around her is admirable. Shelley Johannes’s writing really struck me this time around— there are several sentences I might pull as mentor sentences for writers’ workshop! Love, love, love this sweet series— can’t wait for more to come!

After finishing the second book in the series, I was pleasantly surprised at how touched I was. I thought the beginning was a bit slow, just not grabbing my attention and I read through it very quickly. About halfway through, with the introduction of Sam, I became more involved. I cared about this girl, because I teach 3rd grade and I look out for those kinds of kids. I was drawn in with her mystery and her standoffishness. I loved the kindness award theme and I do something similar but I am the TEACHER. I would love it if kids did this on their own. I am going to read the first book to my class this year and hope they get drawn into this series. I love the flags and the morse code. I really, really loved this book and I will be reading it to my class. I will also be sharing it with my fellow teachers. I also loved the "most strict" part because I like that it can be taken two ways.

This book was hilarious! It would be a wonderful read aloud. Other than the writing (there were some fabulous phrases), one of the things I liked best was that most of the characters were well meaning (at least most of the time), except the teacher (and that advances the plot). Beatrice is so imaginative, empathetic, and thoughtful. I would love to have a student like her in class! The illustrations are a hoot as well.
It would be interesting to discuss this with students and ask them if there are any parts that suspend reality a bit (like Beatrice swinging/jumping from her roof to Sam's in 4 steps)
Now I need to read the first book and find some kids to share this with!

LOVE getting back into Beatrice's world again!! These books are fantastic, and she is a great character for my elementary students. I can't wait for more!

This book was my introduction to Beatrice Zinker, and I love her. I can't help but think of Anne Shirley when I think about Beatrice Zinker. I love that Beatrice can't sit still and thinks best when she's upside down. She's not the perfect kid, but she's a creative problem solver. So many kids will relate to Beatrice. I appreciate this positive, fun book.

The second book in this series of transitional chapter books does not disappoint. The is funny and fast-paced, and it will continue to engage readers. I look forward to sharing it with children in September.

I received a DRC from NetGalley.

It’s rare to find a sequel as the first book but Shelley Johansen does it with this delightful book! I was already a huge Beatrice fan going in, but Incognito gives readers even more. We are introduced to two new characters and also really see Beatrice & Lenny’s friendship. This book can be read without reading the first, but why would you want to?! This fun read is perfect for young readers and is a refreshing break from the ‘early chapter books’ already out there. If you haven’t meet Beatrice before, she reminds me of my favorite spunky girls in Kidlit; Ramona & Clementine. Thank you NetGalley for the advance copy!

Thoroughly enjoyed this story of thinking positively, being creative, and trying new things. This title is a fantastic addition to the Beatrice Zinker series.

This is the second installment in the Beatrice Zinker series. In general I find Beatrice a likeable main character, and the story keeps moving right on, great for beginning chapter book readers, however, there is no backstory give on Beatrice, her family, her friends, or what conspired in the first book to help the reader along in this one. It can be a stand-alone, but will be much more enjoyable if the first one is read first. I like the positive attitude that Beatrice has, and if you have a student who has a no-nonsense nazi-style teacher, this will be the book where they can see their situation.

Shelley Johannes has done it again! A "number two" can be a difficult job, but she triumphs with Beatrice in Incognito. Beatrice and Lenny reunite to work on the Upside Down awards. There are ups and downs and even a few sideways along the way, but Beatrice stays true to who she is and comes out upside down and on top. This book showed depth to the characters and invited more stories to be told. We love Beatrice and think this will be a great classroom read-aloud come September!

I have nothing but love for the character of Beatrice Zinker and book 2, Beatrice Zinker: Incognito, does not disappoint! Beatrice and Lenny are continuing with their secret plans of giving Upside awards, but things start to go awry, and Beatrice is working hard to fix her mistakes. Along the way we are introduced to new characters (Wes is my favorite!) and new problems that Beatrice works to make right.

Beatrice and Lenny have launched Operation Upside, but quickly hit two snags: their super-strict teacher doesn’t appreciate her anonymous certificate, and the next recipient’s award is accidentally given to the mysterious, surly new girl. Don’t worry though: Beatrice always has back-up plans.

I missed the first book in the series (and thought this was middle grade, but it’s actually for younger kids. My mistake), but it was easy enough to figure out what was happening. Beatrice reminded me a lot of Ramona Quimby, from the mischievous kid series I read when I was in elementary school. I loved the way she befriends Sam, the new girl, and saves the day. I also love the way she thinks she’s been completely stealthy while doing this, lol. Really though, my favorite character has to be Sam.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an arc.