Book details
Danika's Totally Terrible Toss (True Girl Fiction)
Description
Danika McAllister has everything a 12-year-old girl could want, including a seat at the popular girls' table at lunch and a shot at winning the Miss Teeny Pop crown! But the pressure of her fake, popular personality is building. She ends up exploding and tossing her mom's famous Purple Glurp dessert. It accidentally hits her lunch lady in the head and now she's in big trouble. Not only is she headed to detention, but her dreams of the Teeny Pop crown are in trouble. She learns that she needs a new circle of friends so she can be the real Danika. When her true personality emerges, she discovers that she's not a follower at all, and the adventures of the True Girl Club begin.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
beginner
Length
109 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Engaging Storyline: 'Danika's Totally Terrible Toss' offers readers an engaging and relatable storyline that follows the main character, Danika, as she navigates the challenges of friendship and personal growth. The story is designed to keep young readers captivated and invested in the characters' journeys.
- Positive Messages: The book is part of the 'True Girl Fiction' series by Dannah Gresh, which is known for incorporating positive messages and life lessons into its stories. Reading this book can help reinforce values such as honesty, responsibility, and the importance of making good choices.
- Age-Appropriate Content: Aimed at a preteen audience, the book provides content that is suitable and relevant for young girls. It addresses issues and situations that they may encounter in their own lives, making it a helpful resource for navigating the pre-adolescent years.
- Encourages Reading Habits: 'Danika's Totally Terrible Toss' is written in a way that is accessible and enjoyable for children. By providing a story that is both entertaining and meaningful, it encourages young readers to develop a love for reading and to explore more books in the 'True Girl Fiction' series and beyond.