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Name: Talent show scaredy-pants
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Author: Abby Klein

📘 Talent show scaredy-pants by Abby Klein

Freddy is anxious about his first‑grade Grandparent’s Day talent show, especially because Max keeps bullying and teasing him. With the help of his dad’s inventive idea, Freddy may finally impress the school and earn respect from his peers. The story follows a young protagonist who must overcome simple obstacles like stage fright and in‑class harassment. By the end of the show, Freddy’s confidence and creativity help him shine, while his clever solution also encourages a positive shift in the class dynamic.

First publish date: 2005

Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers

Authors: Abby Klein

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