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Description
In this middle-grade graphic novel, Natalie starts seventh grade feeling she never measures up at sports, fashion, or talent. When her best friend Lily seems to move to a cooler crowd, Natalie is determined to win her back, even as she struggles with the pressure to fit in. As she navigates school, family, and new interests, she discovers strengths she never knew she had and learns that being herself is more than enough.
Quick Summary
If you know a kid who's heading into middle school and feeling a little lost, this is a quick, funny read that feels like a pep-talk in comic-style panels. The story follows Natalie as she navigates new friendships, tries out for a sports team, and learns that being herself is way cooler than trying to be someone she's not. The bright, expressive artwork makes the pages turn fast, and the jokes hit just the right note for a 10-year-old's sense of humor. Parents will love that it tackles self-esteem and friendship gently without getting preachy, and it's short enough that even the most reluctant reader can zip through it in one sitting. It's got a lot of the same middle-school chaos and humor as "Diary of a Wimpy Kid," so fans of that series will feel right at home.