*Anytime I know there is a new Lindsey Stoddard story, I try my best to get a copy either before its release and/or right after the book enters the world. I was lucky to be granted an E-Galley of this middle-grade novel that will have its book birthday in October of 2022.
What It Is About - FIVE Things You Need to Know:
*Gabe and Oliver have been best friends for as long as anyone can remember.
*They might not have everything in common, but they are alright with that because they know they have their book creating that always put them side by side.
*Life in their sixth-grade classroom turns upside down when two new students arrive. One is Reuben, who doesn't speak, and the other is a girl from the seventh grade.
*The kids in class begin to tease Reuben, and Gabe knows they shouldn't, but he doesn't stick up for him.
*When Oliver and Gabe begin to babysit two younger kids, they learn the truth about Reuben and what the "real deal" is.
What I Thought Of It - Five Observations/Reflections:
Who Should Read It:
*As with every other Lindsey Stoddard novel, the story was top-notch, enjoyable, and engaging.
*I so enjoyed all the characters presented in the story.
*The story flowed from page to page and I found myself reading faster and faster to find out what was going to happen.
*Lindsey always includes such strong and important life-lessons in her stories which can lead to strong class discussions. I can't wait to share the book with my class this fall.
*As a teacher, I found the classroom/teacher scenes to be some of the best parts of the overall story.
Who Should Read It:
*I think the novel could be used in any and all fourth, fifth, and sixth grade classrooms. I see it being used as a class read aloud because of the strong messages throughout the story. Middle-school students would also find enjoyment and satisfaction with Stoddard's upcoming book. Happy Reading!
Rating: 5 STARS out of 5 Stars!
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