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Another witty and very clever tale by the master storyteller Louis Sachar, author of "Holes". David helps some other boys steal an old lady's cane and ends up cursed. Ages: 9-11yrs.
Synopsis
David was only trying to be cool when he helped some other boys steal an old lady's cane. But when the plan backfires, he is the one whom she 'curses'. Now David can't seem to do anything right. But is this the curse at work or is David turning into a total loser?