A group project—
was that eventually—
someone had to grade it.
By Tuesday morning, the entire class seemed unusually interested in history.
Not because anyone had suddenly developed a passion for the Industrial Revolution.
Because Mrs. Harper was returning the presentations.
She walked to the front of the room with a neat stack of papers.
“I was impressed with everyone’s effort,” she said. “You should all be proud of the work you put in.”
Jason leaned toward Emily.
“I’m prepared for greatness.”
Emily raised an eyebrow.
“You’re prepared for feedback.”
“One can dream.”
Mrs. Harper began handing back the grades.
Ryan glanced at his paper and gave a satisfied nod.
“Nice job,” Sophie whispered.
“Thanks.”
A moment later, Emily and Jason received theirs.
Emily smiled.
“We did w
