Description
Rose wants nothing more than to earn a coveted star on Mrs. Benson’s blackboard, but spelling, neatness, and “the right answer” seem to slip just out of reach. As classroom expectations collide with Rose’s struggles, she must navigate embarrassment, persistence, and the pressure to measure up. This story explores how children define success, what happens when talent isn’t immediate, and how encouragement can matter as much as achievement. With a warm, accessible voice and a focus on everyday school life, Jennifer K. Mann captures the emotional truth of trying again—until the meaning of a “star” begins to change.
Available Editions
paperback
Candlewick Press
Published Jan 1, 2015
ISBN: 9780763665142
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Details
First Published
2015
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for I Will Never Get a Star on Mrs. Benson's Blackboard by Jennifer K. Mann.