Alfie the Apostrophe feels unsure of himself until he shows off his abilities for possessives and making contractions at the Punctuation Talent Show.

Presents a short biography of nineteenth-century English author, Helen Beatrix Potter, and describes her lonely childhood, love of drawing, and how she came to write her famous story of Peter Rabbit.

"Part of a biography series that profiles children's authors of the twentieth century. Explores the life of Beatrix Potter and her most popular books, with additional facts provided through a timeline, awards, and fan information. Includes photographs, creative writing tips, and instruction on how to write a biography report. Intended for fourth to sixth grade students"--Provided by publisher.