In this excerpt from James Patterson's "School's Out—Forever," Iggy dismisses the typical excitement some kids feel about the start of school, calling them foolish for their enthusiasm about new outfits and supplies. He expresses a desire to skip school, hinting that he's not interested in the usual childhood excitement.

Meanwhile, Nudge complains about her appearance, comparing herself to an overly perfect prep school Barbie. She feels self-conscious about her uniform, but the narrator teases her, suggesting she only resembles Barbie superficially. The dialogue highlights their personalities and playful banter about school life.