An extraordinary middle-grade debut about an unforgettable heroine and her unconventional family.
Bixby\'s Last DayAs close to perfect as a book for middle grade children can get!--Cammie McGovern, author of Just My Luck? Stoddard debuts with a quiet but powerful narrative that gently unpacks Alzheimer\'s, centers mental health, and move.
A rich, rewarding read all around.--John David Anderson, author of Ms.
Robinson overcomes obstacles with wit, grit, and a growing compassion for others, showing us that families are what we make them and happiness is found in the simple gifts we take for granted.
Martin, New York Times bestselling author of Rain ReignA fresh coming-of-age novel as feisty, funny, and forthright as its protagonist.
He\'s the only family she has--and it\'s up to her to keep them together, no matter what.
Praise for Just Like Jackie: I was truly moved by this refreshing story about a scrappy young heroine and her struggle to protect her family.--Sara Pennypacker, New York Times bestselling author of PaxJust Like Jackie is a lovely story of acceptance--about what makes a family and how we make our own families, and about embracing our differences.--Ann M.
Besides, if she told anyone how forgetful Grandpa\'s been getting lately, they\'d take her away from him.
There\'s no way Robbie\'s going to open up about her life to some therapy group, especially not with Alex in the room.
But Grandpa\'s memory has been getting bad--so bad that he sometimes can\'t even remember Robbie\'s name.
She\'s sure that she\'s making things worse by getting in trouble at school, but she can\'t resist using her fists when bullies Like Alex Carter make fun of her for not having a mom.
Now she\'s stuck in group guidance--and to make things even worse, Alex Carter is there too.
He taught her about cars, baseball, and everything else worth knowing.
For as long as Robinson Hart can remember, it\'s Just been her and Grandpa.
Readers will cheer for this pitch-perfect story, Just right for fans of such books as The Great Gilly Hopkins and Fish in a Tree.
Family is family, no matter what it looks like.
Martin, New York Times-bestselling author of Rain Reign. [A] lovely story of acceptance--about what makes a family and how we make our own families, and about embracing our differences.--Ann M.
An extraordinary middle-grade debut about an unforgettable heroine and her unconventional family
