"5th Grade Challenge" is sure to be an instant favorite with you and your family. It's the story of a rivalry between the boys and girls that has gotten out of control. The teachers organize a tournament in Academics, Hobbies, and Sports to let the children settle their differences, hoping that as they compete, they will begin to respect each other.The story follows Theodore, a genius who loves to invent new things, but also has a mischievous side, and Veronica, a quick-witted girl who loves to hate Theodore and isn't afraid to play dirty to win.The story illustrates how everyone is made in the Image of God, and is automatically worthy of respect based on that fact alone, and that we should treat each other kindly as we would treat God. The book has reflection questions at the end of each chapter so that parents and children can talk about their ideas, beliefs, and experiences. It's a wonderful bonding tool and easily facilitates children's Christian development. Lastly the book boasts over 200 new vocabulary words that a 10-year-old might not know, and provides the pronunciation and the definition in context so that children will have a better way to express themselves.This book has been shared with audiences both in America and even in China, and the children have loved the story. Your family is sure to be added to that list.