School is great—lots of friends, fun sports, and interesting classes. But then there are the days that are horrible: arguing with your best friend, being laughed at in front of your class, meeting up with the school bully, failing a test you really studied for. We’ve all been there, including these authors. In this hilarious and diverse collection of short stories, ten well-known writers, including Avi, Angela Johnson, David Lubar, James Proimos, and Susan Shreve, tell of those funny and memorable middle school moments. And after reading these comical tales, kids will soon see that they’re not alone.

Edited by Nancy E. Mercado

Contents:

• Tripping over the Lunch Lady by Angela Johnson
• How I Got My English A by Avi
• Experts, Incorporated by Sarah Weeks
• Apple Blossoms by Terry Trueman
• Science Friction by David Lubar
• The Grade School Zone by James Proimos (illustrated by David Fremont)
• The Desk by Lee Wardlaw
• The Crush by Rachel Vail
• The Girls Room by Susan Shreve
• Tied to Zelda by David Rice