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School Library Journal
Reviewed on June 1, 2016 | Elementary
Gr 1–3—Casey is a young student who is aware of his potential but doesn't care about his grades. He drifts and doodles while his teachers and coaches talk; his daydreamer ways lead him straight to the principal's office. Noticing the ink doodles on Casey's pants, the principal decides to encourage his creativity and brings out a giant paper roll that Casey designs into a banner for the school. The experience prompts the boy to want to do better. ("I decide I like doing well. How can...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on April 1, 2016
Casey, a boy who's considered an underachiever, reflects on his difficulties and learns to improve his situation in this didactic ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More