Moore, Emily

Ten-year-old Lorraine's behavior problems at school are aggravated by her family situation and eased by an understanding new teacher.

Olivia feels like the family misfit. Her best friend has moved away, and her parents and sister are so busy with school and work that they don't have any time for her. The only person who pays any attention is Jeffrey Dingle, the landlady's creepy nephew.

Ten-year-old Olivia, lonesome for her best friend who moved away, meets a funny-looking boy who joins in her obsessive quest for a dog.

Barbara sets out to rescue her friend T.J., who has been sent to a youth center, and soon realizes things aren't as clear as they seem to be.

Barbara sets out to rescue her friend and math tutor T.J. Brodie, who has been sent to a youth center, and soon realizes things are not as clear as they seem to be.

Ten-year-old Lorraine's behavior problems at school are aggravated by her family situation and eased by an understanding new teacher.