"The A+ Custodian" by Adam Gustavson tells the story of a dedicated school custodian named Mr. Chip. He takes immense pride in his work, believing that keeping the school clean is a vital part of the students' education. Through his eyes, readers see the impact of his small acts of kindness and diligence, as he interacts with teachers and students alike. Mr. Chip goes beyond mere cleaning, becoming a mentor and a source of inspiration for the children. The narrative celebrates the often-overlooked contributions of support staff in schools and highlights the importance of community and caring in education. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book is aimed at children at US 2nd grade-5th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 6-9 years.

There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published in 2004 by Margaret K. McElderry Books .

The author Louise Borden writes many of her highly regarded children's books about historical moments that she finds inspiring. She lives with her husband, Pete, in Terrace Park, Ohio. Visit her website at www. louiseborden. com. Adam Gustavson is a graduate of Rowan University and the Master of Fine Arts Illustration program at the School of Visual Arts in New York. In addition to illustrating picture books, he currently teaches at Passaic County Community College and Seton Hall University. He lives and paints in West Orange, New Jersey, with his wife, their children, several guitars, and a ferret named Gracie.