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93 pp.
| Holiday |
May, 2007 |
TradeISBN 978-0-8234-1991-3$15.95
(3)
1-3
Illustrated by
Stephanie Roth.
Richard's class project is to create a new cereal, and he's discouraged when he's paired up with the class bully, Kevin. Their unusual class pet, a tarantula named Ruby, inspires Richard to help a younger boy stand up to Kevin. The theme is familiar, but the text is humorous and not saccharine. Many young readers will relate to Richard's experience.