Language: G (0 swears); Mature Content: G; Violence: G.
BUYING ADVISORY: MS - ESSENTIAL
AUDIENCE APPEAL: AVERAGE
Aven, 13yo, was born without arms. One month into her 8th grade year, her family moves from Kansas to Arizona where her dad is now the manager of a western themed amusement park. Aven is not ready for the stares and questions, so, one day, while hiding out during lunch in the library, Aven meets Connor a classmate with his own troubles - Connor has Tourette's Syndrome.
Aven is so positive and wonderful! Although the kids in this book have problems, the story is upbeat and happy - It's more about Aven helping her friends than it is the plight of an armless girl. A great read for building empathy.
Lisa Librarian
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