Seventh grader Ana is struggling to survive the rest of the year without her best friend who moved to New Zealand. As she navigates loneliness, bullies, a crush, and a fear of public speaking, Ana begins to discover who she is and gains self-confidence.
Serious issues but Ms. Keating offsets them nicely with humor provided by Ana' brother Daz and the fact the family lives at the zoo.
Interesting animal facts begin each chapter with a comment from Ana.
Chocolate lipgloss recipe is shared in the back.
*Highly recommend.
Strategies: predicting, inferring, main idea
I am looking forward to reading the sequel-How to Outswim a Shark Without a Snorkel
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