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In a series of lively, rhyming poems, "Danitra Brown, Class Clown" explores the nervous excitement that accompanies the start of a new school year. Zuri, the protagonist, grapples with hesitation and fear, but her best friend Danitra – the spirited, class‑clown figure – offers encouragement, humor and companionship. Together they turn anxiety into confidence, illustrating the power of friendship and the resilience of young minds as they navigate school life.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Nikki Grimes
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