Magazine Feature
The National Spelling Bee is held every year. In 2018, about 11 million kids took part in local contests
Jolly Solly
I’m not wasting a single second on spelling,” declared Fishel. “Who cares how a word is spelled? As long as you can read it, it’s good enough”
Story Time
“Because it’s dangerous to sail the Queen Elizabeth and I don’t want to hear about your death the next time you leave for another voyage”
Crisscross
I understand that she wants to tell me something. I stroke her hand and force myself to be patient as she struggles to form words
Bentzi and the Mystery in the Museum
Next the movers started taking out cardboard boxes. “Is that all the furniture?” wondered Batya. “I’m telling you, it must be a really small family!”
Second Thoughts
These cannot both be done effectively at the same time
Outlook
The old rule — “no enemies on the left” — still applies
