Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great

By Judy Blume

Sheila, a confident but secretly fearful 10-year-old, spends a summer in Tarrytown confronting her fears, navigating friendships, and ultimately grows braver.

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Sheila begins her swimming lessons, faces her fears, and navigates camp activities and hide-and-seek adventures while gradually adjusting to her summer routine.

Sheila Tubman, a confident but secretly fearful 10-year-old, struggles with dogs, swimming, and new experiences while visiting Tarrytown, and must confront her insecurities with her new friend Mouse.

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Sheila starts a camp newspaper, juggles responsibilities and friendships, and observes her sister Libby’s experiences in the camp play while continuing to confront her fears.

Class 3

Sheila gains confidence in swimming, enjoys a chaotic slumber party with friends, and navigates summer activities like hayrides while managing her fears and insecurities.

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Sheila successfully completes her swimming test, enjoys the farewell Tarrytown party, and begins thinking about having her own dog in the future.

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