This was the second chapter book I read following the story of George Washington Carver as a child. It provided me with a glimpse into the over-powering beauty and ease of reconciliation humanity provides. It popped into my mind over dinner w/ my husband last night. I thoroughly enjoyed it in 3rd grade. I would buy this for a daughter if I had one.

Mrs. Fish, Ape, and Me, The Dump Queen
By Norma Fox Mazer
| Interest Level | Reading Level | Reading A-Z | ATOS | Word Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grades 4 - 8 | Grade 4 | n/a | 3.1 | 35697 |
A friendless girl, teased mercilessly at school because her uncle manages the town dump, finds a friend in Mrs. Fish, the school custodian, and gradually life becomes more bearable.
Publisher: Avon Books (Mm)
ISBN-13: 9780380691531
ISBN-10: 0380691531
Published on 11/1/1984
Binding: Paperback