Books like Sixth Grade Can Really Kill You by Barthe DeClements
Helen, an eleven‑year‑old girl in her sixth grade class, worries that her inability to improve in reading will keep her glued to grade school forever. Her concerns intensify when she feels overlooked by the classroom teachers. The story follows Helen’s journey as a caring teacher recognizes her reading difficulties and helps her overcome dyslexia. Through this supportive relationship, Helen gains confidence, improves her reading skills, and discovers that help is possible even when progress seems slow.
First publish date: December 1991
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Barthe DeClements
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