
Written and illustrated by Peggy Rathmann
A new student learns fitting in means being herself.
On her first day at a new school, Ruby mimics her classmate Angela's every move, from red bows to flowered dresses. But when her teacher steps in, Ruby discovers the joy of embracing her own unique style. Can she find her true self amidst the pressure to fit in?
Let the Scholastic Bookshelf be your guide through the whole range of your child’s experiences–laugh with them, learn with them, read with them!It’s the first day of school, and Ruby is new. When her classmate Angela wears a red bow in her hair, Ruby comes back from lunch wearing a red bow, too. When Angela wears a flowered dress, suddenly Ruby’s wearing one, too. Fortunately, Ruby’s teacher knows a better way to help Ruby fit in–by showing how much fun it is to be herself!
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