Just because my main character is shorter in height doesn’t mean he’s short in bravery, courage, and kindness; or that he’s less intelligent, or less creative, or less of a human, even when people kidnap him and put him in cages.  He always knows what is right.  His name is Jepp and he defies the stars and comes out a winner!  Make it so, here at Battle of the Kids’ Books!

–  al, 6th grade & lk1, 5th grade 

You probably won’t believe me, I know. I am a liar and a spy, but honestly I am just like you. I like to play Scrabble and watch “America’s Funniest Home Videos” on TV. And it may sound crazy, but I do something else. I join a spy club.  There is a man who lives in my building, a killer. I know it. Here we go again. you think I’m lying.

In my story I show many themes. Take a deep breath: lies, truth, bullying, fears, family, courage, friendship, games, science, art and history. I should win this competition because I teach people about friendship, kindness, and I show them how to look at the big picture. You probably won’t believe me, I know. I am a liar and a spy and to you, that’s all that counts.

 – aj, 6th grade & gd, 5th grade

I am Moonbird. I am part of the …

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