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Gerald Finds His Balance
Hardcover
Publisher Price: $25.00
Publisher: Cynthia Johnson
Published: Jun 5 2025
Pages: 36
Weight: 0.71
Height: 0.25 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Gerald is the funniest kid in fifth grade, just ask anyone in his class! With a big smile and an even bigger sense of humor, Gerald loves to make his friends laugh. Whether he's whispering silly jokes or pulling goofy faces, he's the center of attention every day. But when Report Card Day arrives, Gerald's world is turned upside down. Instead of the grades he hoped for, he finds a string of C's and D's, and the painful realization that he may not get into the robotics camp he's dreamed of attending.
That's when Gerald's teacher, Mrs. Simmons, gently challenges him: You are so clever. But if you want to reach your dreams, you must learn when to listen and when to laugh.
Inspired by her words and determined to change, Gerald sets out on a journey to balance fun with focus. Along the way, he learns about responsibility, perseverance, and the joy of helping others.
Gerald Finds His Balance is a heartwarming and relatable story for children ages 5-10, parents, and educators. It encourages kids to embrace their strengths while learning important life lessons about self-discipline, leadership, and personal growth. Perfect for classrooms, libraries, and family reading time, this uplifting story will inspire young readers to reach for their dreams, with heart and humor.
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