Ana Ochoa Knihy

A Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People 2019 A warm-hearted homeless woman finds a home From its humorous opening through its sad midpoint and uplifting end, Miss Pinkeltink's story shines a light on humanity. This story with children as agents of positive change reminds us again that communities are best known by their treatment of the disadvantaged among them.

Having seen what being left out is like, children become agents of change, convincing their teacher to let them build a buddy bench.