{"product_id":"just-like-jackie-book-lindsey-stoddard-9780062652911","title":"Just Like Jackie","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFamily is family, no matter what it looks like. Readers will cheer for this pitch-perfect story, just right for fans of such books as \u003ci\u003eThe Great Gilly Hopkins\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eFish in a Tree\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor as long as Robinson Hart can remember, it's just been her and Grandpa. He taught her about cars, baseball, and everything else worth knowing. But Grandpa's memory has been getting bad--so bad that he sometimes can't even remember Robbie's name.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShe's sure that she's making things worse by getting in trouble at school, but she can't resist using her fists when bullies like Alex Carter make fun of her for not having a mom.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNow she's stuck in group guidance--and to make things even worse, Alex Carter is there too. There's no way Robbie's going to open up about her life to some therapy group, especially not with Alex in the room. Besides, if she told anyone how forgetful Grandpa's been getting lately, they'd take her away from him. He's the only family she has--and it's up to her to keep them together, no matter what.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eJust Like Jackie\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"I was truly moved by this refreshing story about a scrappy young heroine and her struggle to protect her family.\"--Sara Pennypacker, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003ePax\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eJust Like Jackie\u003c\/i\u003e is a lovely story of acceptance--about what makes a family and how we make our own families, and about embracing our differences.\"--Ann M. Martin, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eRain Reign\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"A fresh coming-of-age novel as feisty, funny, and forthright as its protagonist. Robinson overcomes obstacles with wit, grit, and a growing compassion for others, showing us that families are what we make them and happiness is found in the simple gifts we take for granted. A rich, rewarding read all around.\"--John David Anderson, author of \u003ci\u003eMs. Bixby's Last Day\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"As close to perfect as a book for middle grade children can get!\"--Cammie McGovern, author of \u003ci\u003eJust My Luck\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e? \"Stoddard debuts with a quiet but powerful narrative that gently unpacks Alzheimer's, centers mental health, and moves through the intimate and intense emotional landscape of family--what seems to break one and what can remake it. Validating, heart-rending, and a deft blend of suffering and inspiration.\"--\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e (starred review)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"A home-run story that will resonate with all who feel they might not fit into the perfect definition of a family.\"--\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"Debut author Stoddard crafts a winning narrator in Robinson. A beautiful story about the true meaning of family, perfect for fans of Lynda Mullaly Hunt.\"--\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrandparents Raising Grandchildren:\u003c\/b\u003e He's the only family Robbie has ever known, the man who taught her everything from fixing cars to baseball stats.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDealing with Alzheimer's:\u003c\/b\u003e But Grandpa's memory is fading, and Robbie is determined to protect their secret, terrified that the truth will tear them apart.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManaging Anger:\u003c\/b\u003e When bullies target her for not having a mom, Robbie's first instinct is to use her fists, a habit that lands her in serious trouble at school.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAn Unlikely Friendship:\u003c\/b\u003e Forced into group guidance with her number-one enemy, Alex Carter, Robbie discovers that allies can be found in the most unexpected places.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"US \/ GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":50343559397649,"sku":"CIN0062652915G","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":50999148740881,"sku":"NIN9780062652911","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ WELL_READ \/ SBYB","offer_id":51328991625489,"sku":"CIN0062652915A","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ VERY_GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":53511639630097,"sku":"CIN0062652915VG","price":0.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/0062652915.jpg?v=1751289950","url":"https:\/\/www.worldofbooks.com\/de-ch\/products\/just-like-jackie-buch-lindsey-stoddard-9780062652911","provider":"World of Books ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}