A Birthday for Frances

s her little sister Gloria's birthday approaches, Frances wavers between being generous'and being jealous. ‘[Frances] is every youngster who chafes at being the un-birthday child.

Children's Literature

Who hasn't felt a twinge of jealousy when another sibling is getting all the attention? Frances's little sister Gloria is going to have a birthday. Mother is busy with preparations and Frances tries to pretend that nothing is happening, but finally she decides that she would like to buy Gloria a present. Four balls and a Chompo Bar, don't make it home, but with Father's assistance the Chompo Bar is put away for safe keeping. Frances finally joins in the fun and gives away the delicious candy, which the birthday girl thoroughly enjoys. 1995 (orig.