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Zoe is a lively third‑grader whose imagination often leads her to make up tales in an effort to capture attention. When a close friend and a wise eagle intervene, they encourage Zoe to embrace truthfulness, showing her that genuine self‑esteem comes not from deceit but from being herself. Through this uplifting situation, the story highlights themes of honesty, self‑respect, and the power of imagination within a school setting.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Gordon Korman
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