This book is everything. I’ll admit I don’t normally read juvenile fiction books but after reading Starfish I may have to change. This is a book everyone should read!
It’s written in free verse which makes it a very fast read. Ellie is a delightful character and has two wonderful friends along with a great father. My heart hurt for her at times but then also burst with pride as she stood up to her bullies!
Even if you’ve never struggled with your weight this is still a book you should read. It really elaborates on the pressure children, teens and adults feel to be thin in our society. It’s so easy to brush it off and say “well they should just lose weight” but what kind of attitude is that to have?
This is a book I wish was around years ago when I was in middle school. I look forward to recommending it to all of my teacher friends in hopes they’ll stock their classrooms with it!
It’s written in free verse which makes it a very fast read. Ellie is a delightful character and has two wonderful friends along with a great father. My heart hurt for her at times but then also burst with pride as she stood up to her bullies!
Even if you’ve never struggled with your weight this is still a book you should read. It really elaborates on the pressure children, teens and adults feel to be thin in our society. It’s so easy to brush it off and say “well they should just lose weight” but what kind of attitude is that to have?
This is a book I wish was around years ago when I was in middle school. I look forward to recommending it to all of my teacher friends in hopes they’ll stock their classrooms with it!