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K-3
Illustrated by
Lizzy Rockwell.
Each day, a different student puts a penny in a class jar, and after every ten days a classmate brings in a collection of items (ten balloons, twenty matchbox cars, etc.) to celebrate. The class sends their pennies to someone in need. Clear, colorful artwork and a simple story provide a gentle slice of school life, with counting, a long-term project, and sharing on many levels.