To Sasha, Moro’s world was safe. If he followed the rules, the answers always appeared. But sometimes, when the homework got tricky, he reached for his —his secret map. It wasn't just about copying; it was about seeing the logic behind the "long division" dragon he had to slay that week. 2. The Labyrinth of Peterson

In Sasha’s school, the 3rd grade was split into two camps. In Classroom A, they followed the path of . In Classroom B, they ventured into the world of Lyudmila Peterson . 1. The Garden of Moro

One Friday, the teacher announced a "Joint Math Quest." Students from both classes had to work together.

Sasha was in Classroom A. His textbook, written by Maria Moro , was like a well-tended garden. It was clear, orderly, and reliable. Every morning, Sasha and his friends practiced their multiplication tables and solved word problems about apples, trains, and construction workers. It followed the classic tradition.