Erik vs. Everything

t took me a bit to get used to the not-quite contemporary but contemporary style of this book, but the character, Erik, pulled me and in and kept me reading. A quirky and fun read about a kid with anxiety and his over the top "No Fear" Viking family that both helps and hinders him on his journey. In the end, I enjoyed the story and even came to appreciate Erik's take charge sister, the one-eared squirrel, and the rest of of the Viking crew. I think this would make a fun read aloud that could spark some interesting research, writing, and art projects.