"And here I am in the background,
mopping up the spills,
taking out the trash,
refreshing the appetizers,
wrangling with toddlers,
and making sure everything runs smoothly.
It's who I am.
It's what I do.
I'm used to it."
This new book in the Food Group series has fans meeting a pie that must learn to stand up for himself when he is pushed to do more than he should be doing. Humble Pie readily admits that he is easy to get along with for many reasons. There is nothing he does that makes him stand out from his group of friends. In fact. he prefers the background where he can go about supporting those who need it.
While he is a bit perturbed about always being overlooked, he can handle it. His best friend Jake is quite the opposite; good at everything, he makes it all look easy. He very much likes being the center of attention. Humble Pie remains in the background doing everything he can to make things run smoothly.
"Fact: Nobody notices pie when there's cake nearby."
When the two choose to work together on a science presentation, things change dramatically. Jake busies himself with his favorite pursuits: playing the piano and basketball, skiing and reading, soccer and the math club. The night before the project is due, Jake says he will be late. Humble Pie has had ENOUGH! He knows he needs to have a say ... and he does. Will Jake understand how his friend is feeling? Maybe, by working together, they can get the work done. Both learn a very important lesson, and the getting there is worth it.
This is another enjoyable book from this team. Classic wordplay and many charming visual jokes will keep fans entertained and learning as they share it. Humility and courage are worthy traits for all. It's a winning addition to this much-loved series.
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