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Highlights
- A lightning strike gave her a super power...but even a super genius can't solve the problem of middle school.
- 8-12 Years
- 7.5" x 5.1" Paperback
- 320 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Social Themes
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About the Book
After she was struck by lightning, Lucy Callahan developed genius-level math skills, and ever since, Lucy has been homeschooled. Now 12 years old, she's technically ready for college. Lucy's grandma insists she go to middle school for one year to get out of her comfort zone.Book Synopsis
A lightning strike gave her a super power...but even a super genius can't solve the problem of middle school. This smart and funny novel is perfect for fans of The Fourteenth Goldfish, Rain Reign, and Counting by Sevens. Lucy Callahan's life was changed forever when she was struck by lightning. She doesn't remember it, but the zap gave her genius-level math skills, and she's been homeschooled ever since. Now, at 12 years old, she's technically ready for college. She just has to pass 1 more test--middle school! Lucy's grandma insists: Go to middle school for 1 year. Make 1 friend. Join 1 activity. And read 1 book (that's not a math textbook!). Lucy's not sure what a girl who does calculus homework for fun can possibly learn in 7th grade. She has everything she needs at home, where nobody can make fun of her rigid routines or her superpowered brain. The equation of Lucy's life has already been solved. Unless there's been a miscalculation? A celebration of friendship, Stacy McAnulty's smart and thoughtful middle-grade debut reminds us all to get out of our comfort zones and embrace what makes us different. "Fresh story, great characters, a winner!" --Barbara O'Connor, author of WishReview Quotes
"Unique and utterly satisfying."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review "Prepare to fall in love."--School Library Journal, starred review "Lucy's journey is beautifully authentic in this debut brimming with warmth, wisdom, and math."--Publishers Weekly, starred review "Well-rounded and believable characters and a convincing and appealing story.... Adds a useful STEM component as well." --Booklist "McAnulty's well-drawn cast of characters grapple with the difficulties of middle school, friendships, and life. An engaging story, full of heart and hope. Readers of all ages will root for Lucy, aka Lightning Girl. No miscalculations here!" --Kate Beasley, author of Gertie's Leap to Greatness "Fresh story, great characters, a winner!" --Barbara O'Connor, author of Wish "The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl is calculated to steal your heart!" - Alan Gratz author of Ban This Book and Refugee
About the Author
Stacy McAnulty is the author of many books for young readers, including her newest middle grade, My World Ends in April, chapter book series The Dino Files and GoldieBlox and picture books including Excellent Ed, 101 Reasons Why I'm NOT Taking a Bath, and Beautiful. A former engineer, Stacy writes about math and science with authority. Visit her online at stacymcanulty.com or follow her on social media at: Twitter: @stacymcanultyInstagram: StacyMcAnulty
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Dimensions (Overall): 7.5 Inches (H) x 5.1 Inches (W) x .9 Inches (D)
Weight: .45 Pounds
Suggested Age: 8-12 Years
Number of Pages: 320
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: Social Themes
Publisher: Yearling Books
Theme: Friendship
Format: Paperback
Author: Stacy McAnulty
Language: English
Street Date: April 2, 2019
TCIN: 88902893
UPC: 9781524767600
Item Number (DPCI): 247-54-7943
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship weight: 0.45 pounds
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Love it ! So good and had so many things that you would not expect. Most books don’t make me really feel much emotion but this one did! I definitely recommend for tweens/teen