Characters and Plot

She was proud of herself and didn't like to ask others for help.

She always started her projects early to ensure they were perfect.

She preferred to work in groups to get different perspectives.

She often asked for help from her classmates.

She forgot to sign up for the sports and clubs group chat and missed the spelling bee announcement.

She was worried about her grades in science class.

She felt that Esperanza didn't appreciate her help.

She was upset because she couldn't finish her own homework.

It's okay to make mistakes and trying again is important.

It's better to work alone to achieve success.

Helping others is not as rewarding as working alone.

Winning is the most important part of any competition.

Esperanza became closer to Sadie.

Esperanza helped Sadie study.

Esperanza didn't think she would finish in time.

Sadie taught Esperanza how to help people

Esperanza started her project late

Sadie chooses to help Esperanza

Sadie thought she would miss the spelling bee.

Sadie forgot to sign up for her school's sports chat

Sadie didn't study for the spelling bee. She thought she would have to miss out.

Sadie and Esperanza grew closer and Esperanza learned to be less proud.

Esperanza helped Sadie with the spelling bee, because Sadie helped her first.

Esperanza yelled at Sadie and was too proudful to ask for help.