Hailey Twitch and the Great Teacher Switch

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Never has an invisible friend caused a girl so much grief. From acclaimed children's author Lauren Barnholdt, a laugh-out-loud chapter book series for precocious kids everywhere!

Hailey Twitch has a secret. She has a friend named Maybellea sprite that no one else can see.

Hailey's class is performing a play that is fun, fun, fun! Hailey wants to be the star. But when a substitute teacher takes over the class, he makes the play BORING! Hailey needs Maybelle's help. But Maybelle still doesn't have her magic back.

How will She help Hailey this time

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"The cantankerous Mr. Frisk doesn't stand a chance against precocious Hailey Twitch and her impish fairy Maybelle. Both aspire to befriend their elderly neighbor for personal gain; Hailey's efforts intensify as she enlists the seasoned actor as director in their school play. While the child's wacky attempts at friendship prove disastrousMr. Frisk does not appreciate his morning breakfast doused in syrup and left soaking in raw eggher off-base efforts to apologize prove more appalling still. The dynamic between the lively youngster and her strong-willed sprite takes center stage, and Beaky's drawings make the most of the situational humor. Hailey's child-centered perceptions remain spot-on, combining laugh-out-loud moments with gentle insight. "But I know deep down in my heart that it is not true. Cereal is the easy way out." This winning series depicts one youngster's balancing act between her sweet and spunky sides and provides a welcome resource for kids waiting for the next Clementine or Moxy Maxwell." - Kirkus" - Kirkus Reviews
"Definitely a recommended read for 6-9-year-old girls. Boys would also be entertained by Hailey, I think, though they might not appreciate all of her longings for beautiful dresses and sparkly pencils." - Everead" - Everead

Author Bio

Lauren Barnholdt is a celebrated author of tween and YA books, including the popular Two Way Street. Lauren loves reading, writing and anything pink and sparkly. Shes never had a magic sprite, but she does have four guinea pigs. She lives outside of Boston with her husband. Visit www.laurenbarnholdt.com

Suzanne Beaky studied illustration at Columbus College of Art and Design in Ohio. Her award-winning illustrations are commissioned by children's book, magazine and educational publishers worldwide. She now lives with her husband in Kirksville, Missouri. Visit suzannebeaky.com.