Grace Harlowe's Plebe Year at High School The Merry Doings of the Oakdale Freshmen Girls

"Grace Harlowe's Plebe Year at High School" by Josephine Chase is an early 20th-century story where Grace Harlowe, a friendly and energetic freshman, starts her high school adventure with friends and classmates in Oakdale. The book looks at themes of friendship, faithfulness, and high school social life, especially the competition among class leaders. The story begins with Grace and her friends worrying about Anne Pierson, a new girl who seems shy and not very stylish. Grace's natural kindness makes her want to help Anne, which is different from how she is treated by others, like her rival, Miriam Nesbit. Through school events, such as class elections and basketball tryouts, Grace's leadership skills and her desire to include everyone become clear. Early issues show the competitive feelings in high school, and Anne's past adds depth by hinting at her difficult home situation. The developing friendships and conflicts prepare the readers for a tale of high school drama mixed with strong companionship.