Age Group: 6 - 9 Years

Description: New to Watertower Elementary, second-grader Gooney Bird Greene quickly captures everyone’s attention with her wild, wonderful stories and quirky outfits. Confident and creative, she insists that every tale she tells—no matter how outrageous—is absolutely true. Through her storytelling, Gooney teaches classmates and readers alike how imagination, honesty, and curiosity make even ordinary days extraordinary. Lowry’s witty, heartwarming story celebrates individuality, self-expression, and the magic of storytelling.