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"When people look at George, they think they see a boy. But she knows she's not a boy. She knows she's a girl. George thinks she'll have to keep this a secret forever. Then her teacher announces that their class play is going to be Charlotte's Web. George really, really, REALLY wants to play Charlot...

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Main Author: Gino, Alex (Author)
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: New York, New York : Scholastic Press, 2015
Edition:First edition, September 2015.
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Gender identity > Juvenile fiction.
Trans children > Juvenile fiction.
Middle school students > Juvenile fiction.
Bullying > Juvenile fiction.
Friendship > Juvenile fiction.
Transgender fiction > Juvenile.
Social problem fiction > Juvenile.
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From Melissa George reached the end of Charlottes' monologue and was ready for the dialogue with Wilbur that followed. But George didn't hear her cue. She opened her eyes. Ms. Udell was frowning, and a thick crease had formed across her forehead. "George, what was that?" she asked. "I . . ." started George, but there were no words to finish the sentence. "I . . ." "Was that supposed to be some kind of joke? Because it wasn't very funny." "It wasn't a joke. I want to be Charlotte." George's voice sounded much smaller now that she was speaking her own words. "You know I can't very well cast you as Charlotte. I have too many girls who want the part. Besides, imagine how confused people would be. Now, if you're interested in being Wilbur, that's a possibility. Or maybe Templeton -- he's a funny guy." "No, thanks. I just . . . I wanted . . ." Excerpted from Melissa (formerly Published As GEORGE) by Alex Gino All rights reserved by the original copyright owners. Excerpts are provided for display purposes only and may not be reproduced, reprinted or distributed without the written permission of the publisher.

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