David Blaize

"David Blaize" by E. F. Benson is a funny story about a young boy named David Blaize growing up at Helmsworth Preparatory School. The story follows David as he deals with school, friends, and trouble with teachers. The beginning shows him in a strange classroom full of interesting objects. He is trying to write a letter to his dad, but he gets distracted easily. We find out about his friends and teachers, like Mr. Dutton and the Headmaster. David is a playful and sometimes naughty kid, always getting into little adventures like throwing inky darts or thinking about old creatures. The story shows the challenges of school rules and what’s expected of him, while looking at the importance of friendship and the funny messes that kids often find themselves in.