Allie Finkle, a fourth grader, keeps an on-going list of rules to help her navigate through tumultuous friendships. When her parents announce they are moving to an old Victorian home in the middle of the school year, Allie tries everything in her realm of power to prevent the move. Most of the story takes place at her old house/school-in the last chapter she actually moves.
Lots of friendship drama-not my favorite subject manner! I like how strong of a character Allie is and sticks up for herself even when bullied. The book ends with her having a positive attitude about her new house and school.
A good book to read with daughter and discuss what a true friend is.
Points to discuss/warning: Allie's uncle permits her to watch horror movies which results in her imagining zombie hands trying to kill her and her family at the new house; a couple of girls in Allie's class are really mean; friendship drama; parents keep a "swear jar" and money is added to it a couple of times as the story progresses-no swear words are mentioned, though.
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