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Jan Packard, a young girl in Melbourne, Australia, begins keeping a diary in 1974 when she finds herself bored with her everyday life. As she records her thoughts, she discovers that her family, friends, and neighbors are all undergoing significant changes and engaging in activities she never expected. Through her diary entries, Jan observes the transformations happening around her during the 1970s and ultimately decides she wants to become involved in the events shaping her community.
Quick Summary
Jan Packard never imagined her diary would become a window into the chaos erupting all around her in 1974 Melbourne, where parents suddenly act like teenagers, siblings hide wild secrets, and every neighbor seems to be living a double life. Kids will devour the relatable middle-school moments, the hilarious observations about adults being completely ridiculous, and the satisfying surprises Jan uncovers page by page. If your kid likes the diary-format humor of Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Big Shot a Wimpy Kid: Big Shot Wimpy Kid or the family drama in Frindle, they'll find the same winning combination of laughs and heart here. Perfect for kids in grades 4 through 6 who crave realistic fiction with humor, heart, and a peek into how different life was for their parents at that age.