"It's John's big day at school today--a performance for Sharing Gifts time. His bag is carefully packed and prepared, his classmates are ready, and the curtain is waiting to open. John is nervous, looking out at all the other children staring back at him. But he takes a big breath and begins. Mac Barnett's compassionate text and Kate Berube's understated and expressive art tell the story of a kid who finds the courage to show others his talent for...

The six horrible Herdmans, the worst kids in the history of the world, cause mayhem throughout the school year.

Parker Curry wonders about what it takes to be a real ballet dancer. The first step may be opening her heart.