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Description
When Ben spends the summer with his grandparents, he is forced to confront his feelings about his father's death on 9/11. In a conflicted community, he befriends his neighbour, Priti, and his cousin Jed.
Quick Summary
This book tackles big feelings about grief and community after 9/11 while keeping readers hooked with friendship secrets and a summer mystery that unfolds in Ben's grandparents' neighborhood. Kids will root for Ben as he navigates tricky friendships with cousin Jed and newcomer Priti, discovering that being brave sometimes means facing the scary stuff head-on. If your kid likes emotional middle-grade reads like "The One and Only Ivan" or "Fish in a Tree," they'll love this heartfelt story about finding hope after loss. Perfect for kids ages 9 to 13 in grades 4 through 8 who enjoy stories about friendship, family history, and standing up for what's right.