In Clementine, Sara Pennypacker has created a precocious red-headed third grader who will be instantly loved by young audiences. When her best friend and neighbor Margaret comes to her with a problem, Clementine goes to many lengths to help her friend. This sets off a rollicking adventure-filled week that finds Clementine getting into and out of further trouble, while learning valuable life lessons. "A delightful addition to any beginning chapter-book collection."-School Library Journal