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Pippa Park: Crush at First Sight follows Korean American middle-grader Pippa Park as she juggles basketball practice, schoolwork, a part-time job at her family's laundromat, and the effort to fit in with her peers. When her math tutor and the school's most popular boy, Eliot, begins to show interest in her, and her longtime friend Marvel makes volunteering more exciting, Pippa's social world becomes even more complicated. She also deals with the tensions of being caught between the Royals, the group that dominates the school, and the challenges of bullying and maintaining her own identity.
Quick Summary
Pippa Park juggles hoops, homework, and a sudden crush in a laugh-out-loud story that feels like a teen drama on the court. Readers will devour the witty banter, the underdog basketball showdowns, and the sneaky schemes that keep Pippa's double life spinning. If your kid likes the mix of sports, friendship drama, and heartfelt moments from The Baby-Sitters Club, they'll love Pippa's relatable mishaps and sweet romance. Perfect for ages 9-13 in grades 4-7 who enjoy stories about balancing school, extracurriculars, and personal challenges.