Description
“Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great” is a witty and endearing novel by the legendary author Judy Blume, and the second installment in her popular “Fudge” series. The story follows Sheila Tubman, a fourth-grade girl with a host of secret fears, including dogs, swimming, ghosts, and thunderstorms. When her family spends the summer away from home, Sheila sees it as an opportunity to reinvent herself and hide her anxieties from her new friend, Mouse Ellis. She adopts the persona of “Sheila the Great,” a girl who is not afraid of anything. However, as the summer progresses, Sheila finds it increasingly difficult to keep up the facade. The book is a humorous and relatable exploration of childhood fears, friendship, and the challenges of being true to oneself. It has become a classic, cherished by young readers for its relatable protagonist and humorous take on growing up.
