Tom Gates is absolutely fantastic

This takes the form of Tom’s battered homework diary, crammed with his doodles and stories.

Exciting News! Mr Fullerman announces that class 5F are going on an Activity Break! Which should be fun. As long as I don’t get stuck in a group with anyone who snores or worse still with… Marcus Meldrew. Delia is already threatening to paint my room with funny colours while I’m away. Which is annoying. I just hope the only surprise I have when I get home is the new pet that I hear Mum and Dad talking about. Because I’ve always wanted a pet!