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Description
The Life and Opinions of Amy Finawitz by Laura Toffler-Corrie is a middle-grade novel told through e-mails, one-act plays, and Chinese-style fortunes. The story follows Amy, a young girl in New York City who works on a school assignment with an elderly neighbor, taking her on a whimsical tour around the city. Through these unique documents, Amy keeps her best friend informed about the experience and what it means to be a good friend. The book contains mild profanity and is rated at a 5.1 reading level.
Quick Summary
What makes this book special is its wild format - mixing e-mails, one-act plays, and mysterious fortunes into one hilarious New York City adventure. Kids will love following Amy and her unexpected elderly partner as they zip around the city on a school assignment that turns into something neither of them expected. If your kid likes "The Fourteenth Goldfish" or books with quirky formats and surprising friendships, they'll eat this up. Perfect for kids in grades 4 through 6 who enjoy stories with humor, heart, and a little bit of edge.