The+Cat+Ate+My+Gymsuit

 The Cat Ate My Gymsuit By Paula Danziger is a " Funny and Alive ... " - The New York Times Book. There is young girl named Marcy Lewis at the age of 13, in ninth grade who attends Dwight D. Eisenhower Junior High School. She hates her father. Hates her principal. She also hates being fat. Marcy has been through more than you expect.  Marcy Lewis has been doubtful about herself her whole life, calling herself a " baby blimp with wire-frame glasses and mousy brown hair. " The only motivation she had was Ms.Finney, her english teacher. Problem is the principal was planning on firing her, Marcy had no friends only Nancy Sheridan. They were'nt completeing work with all the substitutes since Mr.Edwards left. Until Ms.Finney Came.  The young high school student was a very intelligent, quiet, and calm girl. It was a miracle to hear her speak. Having Ms.Finney as a friend and teacher helped her with much more in life, Marcy has been able to explore. Taking away Ms.Finney from marcy was very difficult. You always need someone to talk to.