In Jennifer L. Holm's New York Times bestselling, Newbery Honor winning middle grade historical fiction novel, life isn't like the movies. But then again, 11-year-old Turtle is no Shirley Temple. She's smart and tough and has seen enough of the world not to expect a Hollywood ending. After all, it's 1935 and jobs and money and sometimes even dreams are scarce. So when Turtle's mama gets a job h…
Max is nervous. He has to go to the dentist to get two teeth pulled. His friend Zoe tells him about the great prizes you can get at the dentist.Max has to figure out a way to be brave and get his prizes so he doesn't disappoint Zoe."
After a fun day at the park, Max and Zoeare ready to get some ice cream. Unfortunately, Max takes a big fall and has to go to the doctor instead. Thankfully Zoe is there to make him feel better."
It's time for Max and Zoe to learn how to draw self portraits in art class. But Zoe tries to draw too fast and can't get hers right. She needs to learn to slow down so she can finish her portrait in time to put it on the big canvas.
On April Fool's Day, Max plays lots of tricks on Zoe. Max must learn when tricks are funny and when they are hurtful or he might lose his friendship with Zoe forever.
Every child has secrets, and many secrets are fun to keep--for instance, a surprise birthday gift for Mom, or a secret handshake with a young friend. But sometimes, children have secrets that make them feel bad, and these secrets are best shared with their parents, or with some trusted older person. A child who is bullied might be inclined to keep it secret, but it's always best to tell parents…