Just Grace Gets Crafty

July 1, 2014
Grades 2-4 The sub who takes over Grace's third-grade class starts a creative writing project that captures the kids' imaginations. Meanwhile, Grace helps Mimi prepare for a craft fair, finds an unexpected friend for the new crossing guard, and even begins to understand an annoying classmate better. Weaving these disparate elements into a very readable story, Harper makes clear that even the best friendships need effort, understanding, and a little space from time to time. The believable first-person narration, large type, and childlike line drawings make this and other volumes in the Just Grace series appealing, accessible choices for young readers.(Reprinted with permission of Booklist, copyright 2014, American Library Association.)