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Description
Andrew wants freckles more than anything else and uses various recipes with hilarious results.
Quick Summary
If you've ever wanted something about yourself to be different like wishing you had freckles like your friend Nicky then Andrew's story will feel painfully familiar. Judy Blume nails that relatable childhood longing, and the comedy comes from watching Andrew try every ridiculous recipe he can find, from onion juice to mystery concoctions, each attempt going more hilariously wrong than the last. It's a quick, light read that never talks down to kids, making it perfect for newly independent readers or anyone who loves a funny, no-stakes adventure. Parents will appreciate that there's nothing scary or controversial here just good-hearted mischief and a sweet lesson about self-acceptance that doesn't feel preachy at all. If your kid devours this and wants more Blume, Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing is a great next step.