Miss Spellin’ Helen
Miss Spellin’ Helen by Jody Payne, published by Absalon Press in October 2012, is a juvenile fiction book that explores the challenges of a fifth grader named Helen. With 148 pages, this edition presents a story about Helen’s struggles with spelling, particularly as she faces off against her classmate Velvet Wigner, who seems to excel in everything. The narrative follows Helen’s journey as she navigates the ups and downs of school life, including a series of mishaps that lead her to the principal’s office.
Readers will find a relatable tale that delves into themes of competition and self-discovery within the school environment. As Helen grapples with her spelling difficulties, she also confronts the pressures of wanting to succeed, particularly in the upcoming Spelling Bee. The story captures the dynamics of friendship and rivalry, highlighting Helen’s determination to overcome her challenges and achieve her goals, even when faced with obstacles. This engaging narrative invites readers to reflect on their own experiences in school and the importance of perseverance.
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Everyone on the big kids’ playground knows Helen has a whole lot of trouble with spelling. Some say she can’t even spell her own last name. The truth is all those letters twirl around in her head like wind chimes in a storm. It doesn’t help one bit that Velvet Wigner–perfect hair, perfect grades, even perfect sack lunch–grabs every stinking chance to make Helen look as stupid as humanly possible. And if Helen gets in trouble while looking stupid? Even better. In fact, Helen would call herself a trouble magnet if she could only spell “trouble.” A recess incident involving handball, Helen’s two front teeth and Velvet’s big fat head lands Helen in the principal’s office…more than once. The principal has an agenda; so does Helen. Helen just wants to pass fifth grade. The principal has bigger plans–plans that involve Helen competing in the Spelling Bee. Helen isn’t too convinced the princi-PAL really is her pal, but she is willing to try her best not to come in last place in the spelling bee. Helen has a secret wish however and that is to beat Velvet just once fair and square. So Helen tries. Really Hard. Velvet tries equally hard to mess Helen up. Velvet has lots more experience. Can Helen ever find her own fifth grade “Happily ever after” when she can’t even spell “happily”?
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