Under the Desk

Maria loves spiders. Her best friends are spiders. The only thing she loves more...is her mother's homemade lemon meringue pie.

But, when Maria starts Grade One, she is frightened by the challenge of learning basic arithmetic and reading skills. And there are two people who frighten her more; her teacher, Mrs. Ford and the principal, Mr. Ward.

Read how Maria, with help from her best friend, Sarah, learns to cope with dyslexia and other fears. Discover how Maria finds the courage to trust a most unlikely ally, who helps her to face the most difficult journey of her life, HOW TO LEARN.