ABOUT THIS BOOK

Robin feels so ordinary next to the new girl in her third-grade class. How can Robin impress Zoey who has pierced ears, wears tap shoes, and speaks French? She’s sure a cool girl like Zoey wouldn’t want to be her best friend. Robin’s excited when their teacher Miss Wing makes the girls partners for the butterfly project. But what if she blows her big chance at being best buddies?


REVIEWS

“A solid school story that taps into real grade-school anxieties . . . with Clearyesque authenticity.”–The Bulletin, Recommended

“Written in simple, highly descriptive language that brings settings and characters alive, and sprinkled with lively drawings, this warmhearted friendship story is a good choice for readers transitioning to chapter books.”–Booklist


ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Judy Cox is an elementary school teacher. She has written several chapter books including Third Grade Pet and Mean, Mean Maureen Green, both available in Yearling editions. She lives in West Linn, Oregon.

Blanche Simms illustrated many children’s books. She lives in Sandy Hook, CT.