Ruthie is a young sponge who can never get enough knowledge. She looks everywhere to fill up her sponge, but cannot find a way. Then, Ruthie turns to the Bible and realizes her sponge can become full by reading the word of God. She begins sharing the word of God with others. Now Ruthie feels "full"filled.
This book, Shelby Starts School, was written when Jill Jackson Pearces own daughter Shelby was three. It is about a young girl who already has learned so much by the age of three, but is eager to learn more. Shelby persuades her mother to take her to school prepared to show the teachers that she is ready to begin school early. Shelby shows off her talents to the doubting teachers and impresses everyone.