One Time

From Sharon Creech, Newbery Medal winner and New York

Times bestselling author, comes a powerful coming-of-age story of a girl

who discovers the endless possibilities her future may hold, with help from a

brilliant teacher and a boy with a generous smile.

Perfect for fans of Love

That Dog, this tale is about the transformative power of imagination and

the journey to becoming who you are meant to be. This middle grade

novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 6, at home or at school. It’s a fun way to keep your child entertained and engaged

while not in the classroom.

Gina Filomena has been told she

has an overactive imagination. With her bright clothing and artistic spirit,

she’s always felt different from the other kids in her class. That is, until

she meets her new neighbor, a mysterious boy named Antonio with a wide,

welcoming smile.

Add in a creative new teacher, Miss Lightstone, and a world of

possibilities opens up for Gina, Antonio, and their classmates. With the help

of Antonio and Miss Lightstone, will Gina find the answers to the questions Who

am I? and Who do I want

to be?