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In Patricia Polacco’s picture book, a young girl faces the relentless competition of her older brother—losing at running, climbing, throwing, and even burping. After feeling powerless and overwhelmed, she makes a wish on a falling star, sparking a tense yet heartwarming journey that illustrates sibling rivalry, sibling bonds, and the quiet courage it takes to find one’s own voice. The story is illustrated with Polacco’s energetic, expressive style, engaging 2nd‑grade readers while offering a gentle lesson about standing up for oneself in family dynamics.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Patricia Polacco
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