FICTION

The Spelling Bee Scuffle

by Lindsay EYRE
illus. by Sydney Hanson. 144p. (Sylvie Scruggs: Bk. 3). Scholastic. Apr. 2016. Tr $16.99. ISBN 9780545620314.
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Gr 3–5—When the fifth graders try to steal the fourth grade ballfield on the playground, the kids agree on a bet: whichever grade wins the all-school spelling bee will get the field for the rest of the year. But when the fourth grade spelling champion doesn't qualify, Sylvia wishes all bets were off and considers cheating to win back the ballfield for her friends. This school story about competition and friendship delves into some sticky ethical conundrums, making it a good choice for discussion with students. Expressive illustrations bring the characters to life. Hand this to fans of realistic contemporary stories like the Franklin School Friends.
Reviewed by Staff , Jun 01, 2016

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