12 The Reason for the Season

CHAPTER 12 THE REASON FOR THE SEASON COOL. After watching the video, I have an idea. I raise my hand. "Yes, Hubie?" asks Mrs. Green. "I have an idea," I say. "Yes?" Mrs. Green replies. HUBIE.

"Instead of giving presents to one another," I say, "why don't we put all our money together and help people that need our help?" Penny jumps up. "I already got you a present!" she shouts. "And you better get me one." "That's not the point," I say. "By the way, what did you get me?" WE CAN HELP... I'M LOST.

WHERE'S THE NEAREST LAKE? "I'm not telling," Penny says, holding up five fingers. "But it cost a lot!" "How much?" I ask. "Five dollars plus tax," says Penny, wiggling her fingers. "Humbug!" says Eric, wiggling all of his. CAN IT, HUBIE!!