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Allergic
Allergic | Megan Wagner Lloyd
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A semiautobiographical coming-of-age middle-grade graphic novel featuring a girl with severe allergies who just wants to find the perfect pet At home, Maggie is the odd one out. Her parents are preoccupied with the new baby they're expecting, and her younger brothers are twins and always in their own world. Maggie thinks a new puppy is the answer, but when she goes to select one on her birthday, she breaks out in hives and rashes. She's severely allergic to anything with fur Can Maggie outsmart her allergies and find the perfect pet? With illustrations by Michelle Mee Nutter, Megan Wagner Lloyd draws on her own childhood to tell a heartfelt story of family, friendship, and finding a place to belong.
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M.Marvins
Allergic | Megan Wagner Lloyd

“The best day of my entire life, period.”

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M.Marvins
Allergic | Megan Wagner Lloyd

This book would be an excellent addition to your classroom library, because if somebody has a lot of allergies, they can easily relate to it. It is also a really good book to talk about kindness and the importance of friendship.

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alexvaughn
Allergic | Megan Wagner Lloyd

“Sometimes, you have to let go of what you want to find out what you really need.”

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alexvaughn
Allergic | Megan Wagner Lloyd

I think this book would be a great book to have in the classroom because it provides insights of friendship, acceptance, and the different challenges that come with having allergies and how to deal with them.

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alexvaughn
Allergic | Megan Wagner Lloyd
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this book describes the different challenges in life of friendship, one‘s identity, and the impact allergies can have on you. This story shares about a girl named maggie who has a desire to have a dog but then learns she has a severe allergy to them.

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chloecosmo
Allergic | Megan Wagner Lloyd

“Sometimes love means finding a different way to be together.”

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chloecosmo
Allergic | Megan Wagner Lloyd

Allergic is a book I will definitely have in my classroom library in the future. It is a great book for kids because it addresses themes of longing, empathy, and resilience. It helps children understand that sometimes we can‘t have what we want, but there are other ways to connect and find joy. The relatable characters and engaging story make it a great choice for young readers.

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chloecosmo
Allergic | Megan Wagner Lloyd
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This book is about a girl who wants a pet but her allergies make it hard. As she tries to find a solution, she learns about love, friendship, and accepting her limitations. The story is filled with warm illustrations and relatable moments that resonate with kids who have similar experiences.

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M.Marvins
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AshRaye
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This was such a cute story. As someone with a ton of allergies, I found it easy to relate to the main character. The story was informative about allergies while still providing a good story. I really enjoyed it.

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Lauredhel
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This is a terrific MG graphic novel about a girl who loves animals and wants to be a vet - then finds out she's allergic to anything with fur or feathers. It's also about friendships, and feeling left out, and anxiety about a new baby coming, and finding out who you are - or who you might be - in the face of obstacles.

Great for Telgemeier fans, or anyone with allergies.

#ISpyBingo @Clwojick @TheAromaofBooks

TheAromaofBooks Woohoo!! 12mo
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noradickens
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I thought that this graphic novel did a great job with perspective as you followed Maggie's journey of the struggle to find a perfect pet. This book was very relatable and gave great insight for young readers.

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noradickens
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The graphic novel, Allergic, by Megan Wagner Lloyd is beautifully written and illustrated. This book is very appropriate for young readers in grades 3-6 as it shares the story of a young girl trying to find a perfect pet. This book's use of sequence and perspective allows the reader to feel like they are actually in the story. Overall, this book is super-relatable.

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azulaco
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I‘m not doing the #LetsGetGraphic readathon this week, but I just happened to finish this graphic novel this week. Cute story about a girl who desperately wants a pet, but is desperately allergic to animal fur. Great subplots about making and keeping friends, and dealing with big life changes. I‘m going to pass this on to my 10 year old.

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ravenlee
Allergic | Megan Wagner Lloyd
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What a great graphic novel, showing what it‘s like to be a kid with (non-food) allergies that affect daily life. Maggie desperately wants a dog but turns out to be severely allergic to anything with fur or feathers. Maggie just wants something to love her best, as her brothers have each other and her parents have a new baby on the way. There‘s a lot of growing up to be done and Maggie becomes a better sister and friend.

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Kerrbearlib
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Where was this book when I was a kid with allergies? LOL! I love that kids with allergies will get to read it today. Having allergies can be an isolating experience. This will help a lot of kids with similar experiences. Representation matters!

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Catsandbooks
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5/5 ⭐️ so happy this book exists! It's something I would have loved to see when I was a kid. Just like Maggie the main character, I had very severe allergies as a kid. I teared up multiple times as I understand how hard it is when you want to have a pet so badly, but are allergic.

mandarchy I'm hoping someone will come out with a picture book about severe allergies. Kids get teased about their fear of things they are allergic to, no one understands that fear. It's similar to a phobia extortion except it's reasonable. 3y
Catsandbooks @mandarchy That would be great to see! 3y
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Bookgoil
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My #bookspin is Allergic which I loved such a cute Gn about allergies and friendship

My #doublespin was Winter Horses which was depressing and WWII and not sure what I was thinking randomly picking that last month, maybe I should read descriptions!!!! I chose it for #wintergames2021 obviously lol #mistletoemaniacs

Both read and finished!!! ❤️

@TheAromaofBooks @Clwojick

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Bookgoil
Allergic | Megan Wagner Lloyd
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My #bookspin is Allergic which I loved such a cute Gn about allergies and friendship

My #doublespin was Winter Horses which was depressing and WWII and not sure what I was thinking randomly picking that last month, maybe I should read descriptions!!!! I chose it for #wintergames2021 obviously lol #mistletoemaniacs

Both read and finished!!! ❤️

@TheAromaofBooks @Clwojick

TheAromaofBooks Great progress!!!! 3y
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TracyReadsBooks
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A delightful middle grade graphic novel about a young girl who is THIS CLOSE to getting the puppy she‘s always wanted when she discovers, much to her terrible, heartbreaking disappointment, she‘s allergic to anything with fur. Getting over her disappointment won‘t be easy and the road is bumpy but with a little help from some new friends, a surprise encounter with one of her brothers, and a new discovery, Maggie might just be ok. A fun one.

brittanyreads Aw! I just found out I'm allergic to my two labs. 😭 I may need to pick this one up! 🙂 3y
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TheLibraryKart
Allergic | Megan Wagner Lloyd
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Fantastic middle grade graphic novel. For fans of Real Friends, Rollergirl and any Raina Telgemeier.

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GirlNamedJesse
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We enjoyed reading this one together! It‘s not often Lily (5 years old) sees characters who also have allergies in books, so this was great! 💙

Lily‘s review: “I love it and I will give it five stars. It‘s amazing and awesome.”

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BookishTrish
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Sure to be a hit with the Smile and Roller Girl crowd

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LibrarianRyan
Allergic | Megan Wagner Lloyd
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if you or your kids are a fan of Telegmeier (Guts, Ghosts, Smile, Etc), then consider giving this one a try. Another fictionized true story of an author told in graphic format.
Out March 2
#CoverLove #MGedition

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