Dean's Magical Mix Up: The Principal's Pin

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In "Dean's Magical Mix Up: The Principal's Pin," Dean, a young middle-grade student, hates going to school. After enduring a particularly awful school day, Dean stumbles upon the Principal's Pin, a peculiar, shimmering object lying on the floor. Curiosity gets the better of him, and he pockets the mysterious pin.

That night, he goes to bed wishing he were an adult, never suspecting that he will wake up the next day transformed into the school principal! Suddenly thrust into the responsibilities and challenges of adulthood, Dean learns valuable lessons about growing up that he never expected.

Through a series of comical and heartwarming situations, Dean discovers that being an adult comes with its own set of struggles and responsibilities.

Why reader's will relate to Dean

• Dean does not like school and thinks life as a kid is hard
• He wishes he was an adult and could make his own decisions
• With his grand transformation, Dean implements fun adventures throughout the school day

• Gratefulness
• Empathy
• Kindness

"We loved this book by this author. We enjoyed reading her two previous picture books and she has done it again with this middle grade chapter book. The plot is interesting and leaves one wanting to see what happens next."-- 5 star review, Mariam Shapera, Author.

If you enjoyed "The Magic Treehouse," series you'll also enjoy "Dean's Magical Mix Up: The Principal's Pin."