Description: When Courtney chooses to take an apple from her neighbor's tree without permission, she is caught and brought home to deal with the consequences. Unfortunately, Mrs. Smith is her neighbor AND her teacher, too. Courtney will have to face her the next day. Tossing and turning throughout the night, Courtney realizes it's not always easy to ask for forgiveness and to authentically say she's sorry to someone she cares about.
Review Quotes: "A sweet story that plants good food for thought." -- Kirkus
"A story with a clear message about owning up to one's mistakes that is sure to inspire discussion." -- Sue Morgan, School Library Journal