Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #255
In "Summer Break-Down!!," Betty stumbles upon a surprising secret when she learns her neighbor, Mr. Patterson, is an adult who can't read—something he's kept hidden for years. Touched by his quiet struggle, Betty tries to figure out how to help, turning to Veronica for advice and support. With a mix of heart and humor, the two friends set out to find a way to make a real difference, proving that even small actions can have big consequences. Written by Kathleen Webb and illustrated by Doug Crane, with inks by Henry Scarpelli and letters by Bill Yoshida, this heartfelt story features a cover by Dan Parent.
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Betty finds out that her neighbor, Mr. Patterson, is an illiterate adult and hiding the problem. She wants to help him, but doesn't know how. Discussing the problem with Veronica gets her friend into action on the problem.
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