Annabelle Copeland is excited about the new school year. She wants to be the very best at everything she sets out to accomplish. Mrs. Mitchell, her 3rd grade teacher, gives their class an apple research project to work on in class with small groups of classmates. To her surprise, Annabelle is teamed up with Sally who has been mean to her in the past and has teased her endlessly. Although Annabelle tries to step up to the challenge, Sally makes her uneasy and frustrated in the group. This book teaches kids how to not let unpleasant circumstances stop you from doing & being your best.