Sterling Thaxton is in love with Lizzie Harris, but how can he convince her to go out with him? Lizzie doesn't even know he's alive so he'll try anything, but in the end discovers that true love has been under his nose all along. Suggested level: intermediate, junior secondary.

Sterling Thaxton is in love. In love with Lizzie Harris -- the beautiful new girl. Her hair is the colour of magic. Her nose is as sweet as music. Her arms are as slender as rainbows. Problem is, she's not interested. Luckily a small yellow canary turns up with some excellent advice.