Book details
Yuzi's False Alarm (True Girl Fiction)
Description
Bestselling author Dannah Gresh teams up with three of her closest friends to write a hilarious fiction series about what their lives would have been like had they collided in sixth grade. Yuzi Ukachi has every right to be mad. Because of her dad's job, their family has moved all over the place, so it's always been tough to make friends. And now his job has landed Yuzi in quite possibly the smallest town on the planet: Marion, Ohio-the Popcorn Capital of the World.Her mom volunteered her to wear a totally embarrassing corncob costume to the Popcorn Festival, and at school she ends up in detention for something she definitely did not do! When she opens up her heart to the three girls she meets in detention, she's invited into the True Girl Club. The club's adventures teach her that revenge isn't always the sweetest end to a story.Dannah, Suzy Wiebel, Janet Mylin, and Chizuruoke (Chizzy) Anderson are four mothers with hearts to teach their daughters truth, but they aren't afraid of the crazy true stories of their own lives. Here they blend them into fictional comedy and action that 8-12-year-old readers will love.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
beginner
Length
92 pages
Book in series
#3
Why to read
- Engaging Storyline: 'Yuzi's False Alarm' offers an engaging and relatable storyline that captures the challenges and experiences of young girls, making it an enjoyable read for the target audience.
- Positive Messages: The book is written by Dannah Gresh, who is known for her commitment to sharing positive and empowering messages for young girls, helping them to navigate issues of self-esteem, peer pressure, and faith.
- Character Development: Readers can witness the growth and development of the protagonist, Yuzi, as she learns valuable life lessons, which can inspire young readers to reflect on their own personal growth and choices.
- Age-Appropriate Content: The book provides content that is suitable for its intended age group, offering a safe and constructive reading experience for children and pre-teens who are beginning to explore more complex themes in literature.