Betty Miles dedicated her career to writing for young readers, creating a diverse body of work that spans easy readers, picture books, non-fiction, and novels for older children. She pioneered books designed specifically to introduce the joys and mechanics of reading to new readers and their families. Her background as an editor and educator, working with children from kindergarten to graduate students, informed her deep understanding of how young minds engage with literature. Through her writing and extensive workshops, Miles fostered a lifelong love of reading and writing in children, parents, and educators alike.
It's bad enough to feel poor when you live in one of the richest towns in the U.S. When your friends' moms have cleaning ladies but your mom is going to be one. When your dad worries about paying for your brilliant sister to go to college and your teachers expect you to be brilliant like her. But for Cathy, what's happening today is worst of all: she's going to be suspended.
Patty's sure she's the only 10-year-old in the world who can't ride a bike. This summer, when she visits her grandmother and aunt, she's sure their surprise is going to be a bike she can learn on. The kind all the other kids have. But, oh, no, this bike is impossible! And her best friend has started a club without her! And the twins are in it!Will Patty have the nerve to make summer turn wonderful? She would if she could...and she can!