it's hard to resist joining her on her journey toward greater maturity.' - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, starred review It's the straightforward and unaffected prose (highly suitable for a readaloud as well as reading alone) that really allows Lily's story to shine. * 'The treatment of Salma's migrant life is matter-of-fact but direct, and Lily plausibly deals with possibilities of local racism and swells with indignation on behalf of her new friend. * 'Salma's artistic creativity and gumption awaken Lily to the power of imagination, the importance of embracing change and knowing when to let go of the past, and the rewards of venturing beyond one's comfort zone.' - Publishers Weekly, starred review A heartfelt chapter book with broad appeal.' - Booklist, starred review From Emma's relationship with her brother to her insecurities about attending school to her procrastination in calling a family that's lost a rabbit, her emotions are mixed but layered and evident to readers. * 'Lord uses clear, straightforward sentences to relate experiences in ways that speak directly to children. insightful story - lucidly written from the heart.' - Publishers Weekly, starred review * 'Emma learns the rewards of patience and understanding the perspectives of others.

Delightful.' - Kirkus Reviews, starred review The beauty in Lord's tale of finding home in a new community is the way Emma's grandfather reaches her with his stories of magic even after he is gone, teaching her important lessons about following through on one's promises. * 'A young girl learns about honesty, integrity, and friendship when she finds a lost rabbit and starts school for the first time. Newbery Honor-winning author Cynthia Lord has written a beautiful and sensitive book about being different and staying true to yourself. But will their new friendship keep Emma from finding the new best friend she's meant to have? Jack doesn't fit in, and Emma's worried he'll make her stand out.Įmma and Jack bond over her rescue rabbit.

He can't stay on topic, he speaks out of turn, and he's obsessed with animals. On the first day of school, she's paired with a boy named Jack for a project. More than anything, Emma wants to make a best friend in school.īut things don't go as planned. The next day, Emma starts public school for the very first time after years of being homeschooled. Emma convinces her father to bring him home for the night. They're supposed to rescue a wild rabbit from a picket fence, but instead they find a little bunny. On the last night of summer, Emma tags along with her game warden father on a routine call. Newbery Honor-winning author Cynthia Lord has written a sensitive and accessible book about the challenges of fitting in when you know you're a little different.

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