Books like Nothing's Fair in Fifth Grade by Barthe DeClements
In "Nothing’s Fair in Fifth Grade," Barthe DeClements tells the story of a new student whose weight and home difficulties set her apart from her classmates. Over the course of the story, the fifth‑grade students discover that true friendship doesn’t hinge on appearance. As they confront their own biases and support their peer, they learn acceptance and empathy—lessons that resonate in any school setting.
First publish date: January 1, 1981
Genre: Coming of Age/Childhood Coming of Age
Authors: Barthe DeClements
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