The Life and Sufferings of Ivan Semyonov, a Second Grader and Repeat Student with Illustrations

Ivan Semyonov is the most unfortunate person in the entire white world. Don't believe it? Judge for yourself: he was not only held back in the second grade, but he was also assigned a study assistant! And guess who will... be watching over him? A girl, Adelaide. Can you imagine? Now Ivan must prove to Adelaide and the whole class that, firstly, he did poorly in school only because he is a sleepwalker, and secondly, that he can do his homework on his own and can also come to school on time. A funny story about poor Ivan, who gradually becomes responsible and independent. The book also includes the story by Lev Davydichev 'My Friends, My Companions'. Graphic illustrations by Heinrich Val'k. The series 'Children's Library' features the best works of domestic and world literature for children aged 5 to 16 years. This includes folklore and literary tales, poems, stories, and novellas by outstanding classic writers. All works are included in educational programs for literature and are recommended by the Ministry of Education of the Russian Federation for study in school and independent reading.