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K-3
Beverly Billingsly wants more than anything to be in the school play, but she freezes during her audition. Though she gets small parts (a wall and a shrub), her dedication and enthusiasm play a big role in the performance's success. Stadler's warm, sweet story and boldly outlined, pastel-colored cartoon illustrations are both simple and full of personality.