Young readers learn about why manners are so beneficial and appropriate no matter what age. Open-ended questions are posed, inspiring children to think about how and why they should use good manners in everyday life.
Bluford freshman Tyray Hobbs, the class bully and tormentor of Darrell Mercer, is determined to get revenge on Darrell, the only boy who ever stood up to Tyray.
Tyray Hobbs, once among the most feared students at Bluford High, loses his reputation after being humiliated by Darrell Mercer, and with a broken hand, troubled family, and no friends, decides to use a gun to get revenge.
A young girl discovers the values of respect, responsibility, and stewardship as she learns to take care of herself and the things around her, put things in their place, and respect other peoples' belongings.