pickA great middle grade book that navigates racism, bullying and friendships. Apple finds a way to fit in through her love of Beatles‘ music and by finding out who her true friends are. A great lesson about silent bystanders as well. 👍🏼
My kids and I got to say hi to Erin Entrada Kelly today and get their books signed. The author gave a talk and spoke about growing up Filipino in Louisiana in the 80‘s. So happy my kids can read about a Filipino American protagonist and see themselves represented in literature for middle schoolers. @Chelleo check out Hello Universe too
pick#middlegrade story about a Filipino American 6th grade girl navigating middle school. I loved it!
This very grown-up looking person is my first baby (9). She‘s growing up so quickly lately.
pickI want to go back in time and tell my younger self to read this. This is the kind of thoughtful and yet wonderful book I wish I'd read. It is so effective in its portrayal of both racism and bullying in school. And yet it manages to provide a picture of hope: The sanctuary of good friends and the comfort that can be found in music. What I felt was particularly strong was the portrayal of silent standers-by, without necessarily judging people.
Oh if I had a dollar for every time I heard this. I guess I better start practicing because I will probably be saying the same thing to my young ones. Here's to sounding like my mother.
pickWonderful book about a middle school student trying to fit in. Though it also reminds me that you couldn't pay me to relive those days.
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