Summary
Perfectionist Elfie Oster learns the value of “unperfection,” in this funny look at fifth grade from the author of Annie’s Life in Lists
Elfie Oster was sure that Hampshire Academy was going to be the perfect school for her. She was sure about it right up to the minute she got expelled. On her first day.
It was all a terrible misunderstanding, but until she can find a way to fix things, Elfie has to go back to Cottonwood Elementary for fifth grade. Where she’s never really fit…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780593175859 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0593175859 |
| Author: | Kristin Mahoney |
| Publisher: | Random House USA Inc |
| Imprint: | Random House Inc |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 256 |
| Release Date: | 10 October 2023 |
| Weight: | 184g |
| Dimensions: | 194mm x 132mm |
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Critics Review
“Just the right mix of gentle humor, unconditional love, and Elfie’s own compelling brand of heart.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Mahoney leaves her star with a new resilience and friendships to help her meet [uncertainties] head-on.” —Bulletin
“The many vivid characters and Elfie’s spot-on conversations with both kids and adults will draw readers into her involving story of turmoil, discovery, and change.” —Booklist
“A sure pick for booksmart readers who might need a boost making friends, and an excellent candidate for illustrating social-emotional learning skills.” — School Library Journal
About The Author
Kristin Mahoney
Kristin Mahoney is a former magazine editor and elementary school reading teacher with a master’s degree in elementary education and teaching literacy from Bank Street College of Education. Her writing has appeared on the New York Times Learning Network blog, McCall’s magazine, and the SCBWI “Write This” Gallery. Her first two books are Annie’s Life in Lists and The 47 People You’ll Meet in Middle School. Kristin lives in New Jersey with her husband and two daughters.
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