Scab for Treasurer?

December 1, 2011
Gr 2-4-Scab McNally is fed up with Missy Malone who is a perfect student and possibly an alien. So when Missy announces she is running for fourth grade class president, Scab decides to run against her. He has no idea what he will have to do as president, but Scab thinks that everyone hates Missy, the teacher's pet, and he is sure to win. When it looks like Missy might actually win, Scab decides to perform the ultimate stunt to get everyone's vote. Doyle, his best friend, promotes him as the Human Vacuum and Scab promises to eat one bite of every gross food his classmates bring to him. But can he pull it off and impress all his classmates? Scab's wisdom is also shared with listeners in the form of short notes that feature original recipes and poems, set off by musical tones throughout the story. Oliver Wyman narrates Trudi Truett's story (Aladdin, 2011), reflecting Scab's determination and zest for life and perfectly voicing the other characters. This fast-paced story will appeal to listeners who enjoy wacky grossness and fun characters.-"Teresa Wittmann, Westgate Elementary School, Edmonds, WA "

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