In 1961, shy and overprotected eleven-year-old Shirley Alice Burns must begin speaking up if she is to do what she wants, including talking about her beloved, deceased father.
"When Mrs. Ampersand announces that she'll be leaving for the rest of the year, and the substitute is just not as good, Mabel decides to take matters into her own hands"--
This collection of 40 back-to-school tales from Scholastic Storybook Treasures is perfect for kids and families who love to watch classic storybooks come to life.