Ages 8+1-min guideSchoolFriendshipGraphic novel
Mixed-Up
by Kami Garcia
Good fitA good fit for most kids 8 and up. A warm, honest story about dyslexia and friendship. It’s lettered in a font made for dyslexic readers.
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What it’s about
Stella starts fifth grade in class with her best friends, Emiko and Latasha. But now there’s reading in every subject, and Stella falls behind. She can’t follow the guidebook for their favorite show’s new game either.
The ending
What might come up
Big feelingsSomeStella feels ashamed, hides her struggles, and snaps at her friends.
Friendship conflictA littleStella pulls away from her best friends, but they make up.
Unkind behaviorA littleA librarian says graphic novels aren’t 'real' books.
Magic and witchesA littleThe girls love a TV show and online game about witches.
LanguageNone
RomanceNone
Why kids like it
Three best friends, a favorite TV show, and a brand-new online game.
Free printable quiz
- 1What grade is Stella in?
- 2What are her best friends’ names?
- 3What is the girls’ favorite TV show?
- 4What does Stella learn she has?
