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Four sixth-grade students, with their individual stories and unique backgrounds, develop a strong friendship that leads them to represent their class in the school's Academic Bowl competition. The protagonist, who suffers from paralysis, encourages the others to participate despite their initial hesitation. Their story highlights the power of self-confidence and the importance of forming strong bonds with others, regardless of differences in ability.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: E. L. Konigsburg
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