And there's an indomitable message about determination, hard work, friendship, and kindness winning the day over lots of difficulty. The pain of family separation is a strong theme, as is the beauty of nature and the outdoors. The vast quantities of manure Veda produces become an element of the plot as the kids are hired to deal with it: Local ecosystems love the stuff, and a mini-business is born. Their lives come together, to the ultimate joy of all. Also Gio, the older, widowed spouse of the kids' second grade teacher, who won the lotto and has no one to share his good fortune with.
Also Mateo, Sila's classmate, who has autism and no friends. Also struggling: Veda the elephant, ripped from her mom while still nursing two decades ago and sold to a traveling circus that used hooks and electric shock to "train" her.
Twelve-year-old protagonist Sila is struggling, because it's been almost a year that she and her immigrant dad have been on their own while her mom is stuck in Turkey dealing with visa issues that never end. Parents need to know that Holly Goldberg Sloan's The Elephant in the Room is an upbeat, heart-filled tale set in Eugene, Oregon. There are lots of positive messages about friendship and family, and seeing each other through good times and bad.A school counselor says that social isolation is more harmful than excessive drinking and smoking 15 cigarettes a day.ĭid you know you can flag iffy content? Adjust limits for Drinking, Drugs & Smoking in your kid's entertainment guide. A boating accident mentions blood in the water and creates tension and suspense, but there's a safe resolution. Giving up custody of a child is an important part of the story. Short Hardcover Januby Holly Goldberg Sloan (Author) 472 ratings Teachers' pick See all formats and editions Kindle 9.99 Read with Our Free App Audiobook 0.00 Free with your Audible trial Hardcover 11.82 80 Used from 1.18 27 New from 7.84 2 Collectible from 6. A same-sex romance between adults is a major plot element, but nothing specifically sexual is mentioned. Avery's a good model for careful consideration and overcoming fears and dealing with anxiety. Bett is smart and proactive, and she and her family provide positive representations of African Americans. The two 12-year-old main characters are good role models in different ways. Discussing the way the main characters start exchanging emails would provide an opportunity to talk to your kids about online communication with strangers. It'll appeal to reluctant readers, thanks to the short, breezy way the story is told by email and letter exchanges.
Parents need to know that To Night Owl From Dogfish, by Holly Goldberg Sloan and Meg Wolitzer, is a sweet tale of two girls who become best friends online. A few tech and other random products mentioned.
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