Hearing Helen: School Edition Gr 11 SAL

Helen is desperate to get into the Music Academy, but her piano teacher, Madame Pandora, will not hear of it. Life at home also seems to revolve around her talented elder brother, her parents are too exhausted to notice her and the gorgeous Kean has eyes only for June, who is sickeningly perfect. When Helen finally gets the chance to make her dreams come true, she realises that not all opportunities are meant to be taken. What will her decisions cost those for whom she cares the most? An uplifting tale of courage, determination and friendship. This school edition includes: • an introduction to the short novel • word definitions and explanations of difficult terms • enrichment activities • questions, activities and answers based on CAPS • a bilingual glossary