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Description
In a graphic novel interwoven with journal notes, scrapbook pieces, and doodles, Cici assembles clues she's uncovered about two odd and wonderful people.
Quick Summary
If you know a kid who's obsessed with solving mysteries or loves keeping journals, this one's for them. Cici's Journal mixes a graphic novel format with actual journal entries, scrapbook pieces, and doodles, so it feels like you're flipping through a real kid's notebook and that's what makes it so fun and easy to read. The story follows Cici as she pieces together clues about two quirky, mysterious people, and the format keeps things moving even for readers who might normally shy away from chapter books. At an AR Level 3.1, it's accessible for middle graders but still has enough going on to keep older kids interested, and the mix of art and text makes it a great bridge for kids transitioning from picture books to longer reads. It's playful and lighthearted overall, though there's a gentle mystery thread that gives it some real intrigue. Parents will appreciate that it's wholesome and celebrates creativity and curiosity, while kids will just enjoy the humor and the satisfying feeling of piecing things alongside Cici. Fans of books like Hilo or the Dog Man series will probably gravitate toward this one.