Addie on the Inside (The Misfits)

Addie on the Inside (The Misfits)

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<b >In this €œartfully crafted€ (<i >Publishers Weekly</i>) companion to the bestselling <i >The Misfits</i> and <i >Totally Joe</i>, Addie Carle confronts labels, loss, and what it means to grow up.</b><br><br>The Gang of Five is back in this third story from Paintbrush Falls. Addie Carle, the only girl in the group of friends is outspoken, opinionated, and sometimes€¦just a bit obnoxious. <br><br>But as seventh grade progresses, Addie€s not so sure anymore about who she is. It seems her tough exterior is just a little too tough and that doesn€t help her deal with the turmoil she feels on the inside as she faces the pains of growing up. <br><br>Told in elegant, accessible verse, ADDIE ON THE INSIDE gives readers a look at a strong, smart, and sensitive girl struggling with the box society wants to put her in. Addie confronts experiences many readers will relate to: the loss of a beloved pet, first heartbreak, teasing€¦but also, friendship, love, and a growing confidence in one€s self. <br><br><I>You Are Who They Say You Are <br><br></I>They say in the seventh grade <br>you are who they say you are, <br>but how can that be true? <br><br>How can I be a /Godzilla-girl /lezzie loser /know-it-all/ <br>big-mouth /beanpole /string bean/ freaky tall/ <br>fall-down /spaz attack /brainiac /maniac/ <br>hopeless nerd /*bad word*/brown-nosing /teacher€s pet/ <br>showing off /just to get <br>attention €“ <br>oh, <br>and did I mention: <br>flat-chested€¦ <br><br>How can I be all that? <br>It€s too many things to be. <br>How can I be all that and <br>still be true to the real me <br>while everyone is saying: <br><br>This <br>is <br>who <br>you <br>are.