When Teddy and his stuffed animal pals sneak into school, they create mischief everywhere they go! Readers will enjoy the stuffed animals' bad behavior, which ranges from food fighting to tying up the gym teacher with a jump rope. The bright illustrations are a particular strength here, as they add funny detail to the stories (so there ARE ice cream and donuts in the teacher's lounge!). The stuffed animals are also super cute, with animated facial expressions and gestures--Teddy's contrite slump while he waits to see the principal is downright adorable. The book also, while not exactly condoning breaking rules, reminds readers that rule breakers still have value in spite of their bad behavior, that people deserve a second chance, and that principals aren't really so scary deep down. Great for kids in or starting school soon, especially those who are scared of the principal. 3 to 7.