**The ups and downs of the middle school experience are explored in these poems by award-winning poet Kristine O'Connell George ** "Engaging." --The Bulletin"Sweet and on key." --Booklist"From humorous to angst-ridden, this collection offers verses that will captivate your p...

**The ups and downs of the middle school experience are explored in these poems by award-winning poet Kristine O'Connell George ** "Engaging." --The Bulletin"Sweet and on key." --Booklist"From humorous to angst-ridden, this collection offers verses that will captivate your pre-teen." --Scholastic.com The first year of middle school brings an array of new experiences and challenges. Award-winning poet Kristine O'Connell George's short, accessible poems are complemented by lively illustrations and will evoke the most memorable moments of the school year.