Betsy Duffey

The SOS File

Have you ever needed to call 9-1-1, but you couldn't get to a phone? Have you ever needed to run, but your legs were like spaghetti? Have you ever needed to yell "help!" but your throat was dry with fear?Laugh, cry, and panic with Mr. Magro's class as the

Dog Diaries: Secret Writings of the WOOF Society

It is the first annual meeting of the WOOF Society. Dogs of all different backgrounds and breeds have gathered together to listen to the diaries of twelve dogs from around the world and throughout history. Abu is the ruler of ancient Egypt, but Miu, the R

How to Be Cool in the Third Grade

It's not easy to seem cool when the whole class knows you wear superhero underwear and your mom still kisses you goodbye at the bus stop. But Robbie York has a plan. 1) Get rid of the name Robbie. 2) Get jeans. 3)Avoid bullies like Bo Haney. If only it we

The Shepherd's Song: A Story of Second Chances

Shortly before suffering a tragic car accident, Kate McConnell wrote the simple but powerful words of Psalm 23 on a piece of paper to give to her wayward and confused son. The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. . . . As she loses consciousness from he

Lucky's Christmas

Great-aunt Octavia is coming to visit for Christmas, and George is worried. Can he keep his puppy out of mischief--or will he be banished from the house for his first Christmas. Lucky gets off on the wrong paw right away by attacking Aunt Octavia's sheeps