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Michael is seen as a poor student because he differs from his peers and maintains his own ideas about what is interesting or worthwhile. Throughout the story, his distinct perspective leads him to surprise everyone around him with his creative insights.
First publish date: 1991
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Tony Bradman
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