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Mr. Wayne's Masterpiece
Contributor(s): Polacco, Patricia (Illustrator), Polacco, Patricia (Author)
ISBN: 0399160957     ISBN-13: 9780399160950
Publisher: G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers
OUR PRICE:   $17.99  
Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats
Published: August 2014
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Temporarily out of stock - Will ship within 2 to 5 weeks
Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Fiction | Performing Arts - Theater & Musicals
- Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - New Experience
- Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Self-esteem & Self-reliance
Dewey: E
LCCN: 2013046428
Physical Information: 0.5" H x 8.8" W x 11.1" (1.10 lbs) 40 pages
Themes:
- Topical - Self-Esteem
Accelerated Reader Info
Quiz #: 170907
Reading Level: 3.6   Interest Level: Lower Grades   Point Value: 0.5
 
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Publisher Description:
In this inspiring true story, beloved artist Patricia Polacco conquers her fear of public speaking, allowing her to discover her remarkable voice. A wonderful companion to Thank You, Mr. Falker and The Art of Miss Chew, it celebrates the lifelong impact of a great teacher.

Speaking in front of an audience terrifies Trisha. Ending up in Mr. Wayne's drama class is the last thing she wants But Mr. Wayne gives her a backstage role painting scenery for the winter play. As she paints, she listens to the cast rehearse, memorizing their lines without even realizing it. Then, days before opening night, the lead actress suddenly moves away, and Trisha is the only other person who knows her part. Will the play have to be canceled? It won't be an easy road--when Trisha tries to recite the lines in front of the cast, nothing comes out But Mr. Wayne won't let her give up, and with his coaching, Trisha is able to become one of his true masterpieces.