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“But somehow I got used to the idea of trying something new.“

This is a story published in 2023 about an eleven-year-old girl named Avery. She feels squished and invisible being surrounded by her six siblings. She helps and takes care of her other siblings when she can. This can be seen in the classroom with students who are in this situation. They feel invisible and may feel overstimulated with all that is expected of them. This is a story to read to help students who feel invisible to feel seen.

I really enjoyed reading this book. This book is relatable to students who feel invisible and unheard. This story is geared towards higher grades with students who have more responsibility within their family and community.

“If my cells don't work and Beep dies. Because I'll really need you. And I might not be my friend anymore.”

I would most definitely have this book in my classroom because it covers some very heavy topics in a realistic way.

Kat, the girl in the family who everyone turns to when things get difficult. Especially now, when her beloved younger brother Beep is in his second leukemia relapse, and a bone marrow transplant from Kat may be his only chance. She‘s worried that she may not be up to the job: She can't finish homework, she's dealing with lost friendships, not being on the soccer team, and lots of heartache from a longing crush on her old best friend.

“Just because you‘re part of a big family doesn‘t mean you have to be just like everyone else.”

I think this book would be great to teach about family types and the challenges of growing up. I think it also teaches important themes of individuality and could be used to teach about finding your own voice and being unique

This book describes a girl named maggie who shares her journey of being the middle child in a big family. It brings humorous insights on Maggies interactions with her family and is a great read!