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Just Right Jillian

Just Right Jillian

Published in
2022
4.17
on Goodreads (606)

Description

In this heartfelt middle-grade novel from debut author Nicole D. Collier, fifth-grader Jillian must learn to speak and break free of her shell to enter her schools academic competition and keep her promise to her grandmother.Fifth-grader Jillian will do just about anything to blend in, including staying quiet even when she has the right answer. After she loses a classroom competition because she wont speak up, she sets her mind on winning her schools biggest competition. But breaking out of her shell is easier said than done, and Jillian has only a month to keep her promise to her grandmother and prove to herself that she can speak up and show everyone her true self. A warm and relatable middle-grade debut novel about family, friendship, and finding the confidence to break free from the crowd and be who you truly are.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
224 pages

Why to read

  • Inspiring story of personal growth
  • Relatable characters and school setting
  • Themes of courage and perseverance
  • Encourages readers to find their voice