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Name: Purple climbing days
Author: Patricia Reilly Giff

📘 Purple climbing days by Patricia Reilly Giff

"Purple Climbing Days" follows Richard "Beast" Best as he confronts the anxieties of adolescence in a typical school setting. Guided by a notably stern yet insightful substitute teacher, Beast learns to confront and overcome his fears. The story offers a relatable look at courage and personal growth within the backdrop of a school environment.

First publish date: 1985

Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers

Authors: Patricia Reilly Giff

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