And when she sees that some in the school community have a hard time with the realities of “diversity in action,” she wonders if the new members of her family can see those realities as well. Naomi Marie is excited about making new friends-but she wants to keep old ones too.
all her life, and she figures that it will be an asset to her role as a Peer Mediator-until she realizes how much of the job requires the Art of Compromise, which she’s only just starting to get used to at home. Until sixth grade in a new school presents a whole new set of surprises and challenges. In this sequel to Two Naomis, now that Naomi Marie’s mom and Naomi E.’s dad are married, the girls have learned to do a lot of things together, like All-Family Sunday dinners, sixth-grade homework, navigating the subway system by themselves, and visiting their favorite bakeries. It’s a fun way to keep your child entertained and engaged while not in the classroom. This middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 6, especially during homeschooling. In the end, it is about finding love and hope and friendship in very surprising places.Ī heartfelt, sweet, social justice-themed ode to blended and unconventional families-perfect for fans of Rita Williams-Garcia, Lisa Graff, and Sara Pennypacker.
After the Worst Thing Happens is a bittersweet story about a girl surprised by the force of a growing need inside her to reach out and lend a hand while trying to escape the swirling sadness of her own sudden loss. Army finds herself overcome with the need to help Madison's family to make sure another worst thing doesn't happen-which becomes even more challenging when a big storm threatens her town. Her family is not neglectful, just overwhelmed. But then Army sees Madison, the little girl who moved in across the way, climbing a tree and walking down the street unsupervised. She can't seem to stop hiding from everything and everybody including her best friend JennaLouise. It was an accident, but it was also Army's fault.
Army Morand feels like her life has been blown to bits when the worst thing imaginable happens-her beloved dog dies. Left reeling after her thoughtless mistake causes a terrible accident, 12-year-old Army Morand channels her grief to help someone in need.
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