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Name: A giant crush
Rating: 3 (1 reviews)
Author: Gennifer Choldenko

In this charming picture book, a shy student named Jackson struggles to express his feelings for a girl in his class. Determined to show his affection without revealing his nerves, he quietly prepares a series of thoughtful gifts and hides them around the school. As Valentine’s Day approaches, the girls in his class begin to find the surprises, leaving Jackson hopeful that his secret gestures will help him make a connection.

First publish date: 2011

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Gennifer Choldenko

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