
Written by Karen English · Illustrated by Laura Freeman
Part of the The Carver Chronicles series
A strict substitute threatens a class's pizza party dreams. Can they prove their innocence in time?
Third-grader Richard and his friends are on the brink of earning a pizza party for their excellent behavior. But when their beloved teacher falls ill, a notoriously strict substitute takes over, suspecting them of cheating. With their reward hanging in the balance, can Richard and his classmates clear their names and save the day? This humorous tale of friendship and perseverance explores the challenges of proving innocence and the power of teamwork in a diverse classroom setting.
A new title in a chapter book series featuring African American and Latino boys that’s full of kid-friendly charm and universal appeal. Third-grader Richard and his friends are just four days away from setting a record for excellent behavior and earning a classroom pizza party when disaster strikes–their beloved teacher is out sick, and the strictest, meanest substitute has taken her place! Will their dreams of pizza be dashed when the sub suspects that some of them have been cheating? This gently humorous installment in a chapter-book series about a diverse group of elementary schoolers by Coretta Scott King honoree Karen English offers spot-on storytelling, relatable characters and situations, and plenty of action.
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