Re: Bear Book

[Cassie Jones <cassiejones203@HOTMAIL.COM>]

Marilyn had the answer! Thanks so much!

She writes:

The title of the book is Ruby by Maggie Glen. Unfortunately, it is out of
print.

From School Library Journal
PreS-Gr 1-- In a momentary lapse of concentration on the toy factory
production line, a toy bear named Ruby is mistakenly given a spotted body--a
material usually used to make leopards. Ruby's paw is summarily stamped
``S,'' and she is tossed into a box full of other similarly stamped bears.
Loaded with irresponsible optimism and self-esteem, Ruby clings to her
belief that ``S'' stands for ``Special'' even after the other bear occupants
assure her that it really stands for ``Second Best.'' Confidently, Ruby
leads all the second best bears to freedom outside the factory where they
ultimately find homes. Predictably, Ruby herself is chosen from a toy store
display of perfect toys by a child who loves Ruby because she has
``character.''

Marilyn Harfst, LMS
Hannah Beardsley Middle School
Crystal Lake, IL



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