YOUNGER FICTION
Mullarkey, Lisa

The Biggest Star by Far

(4) 1-3 Calico Chapter Books: Katharine the Almost Great series. Illustrated by Phyllis Harris. Third grader Katharine means well. Regardless, she frequently finds herself "visiting" the principal's office and explaining her way out of messes. These usually involve frenemy Vanessa, whom she calls "Miss Priss-A-Poo" (one of many Junie B.-like language affectations: "fab-u-lo-so," "zip-a-zoom," etc.). Though Katharine's adventures are bland, her stories are easy to read and the situations are relatable. Review covers these Calico Chapter Books: Katharine the Almost Great titles: The Biggest Star by Far, Major Mama Drama, and Uses Her Common Cents.

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