Reviewed by Kira M for TeensReadToo.com
Julia is starting sixth grade and middle school.
Instead of enjoying recess, Julia is now stuck "controlling variables," dealing with older school bullies, facing a reluctant reading buddy, and seeing mounds and mounds of homework.
To make matters worse, Julia's old dog, Bigfoot, is slowing down, and this is the final straw. Julia's world is falling apart.
Can she find a way to get her life under control - or will it get the best of her?
A short, fun read for anyone having trouble adjusting to a new school. The characters are well-developed, and the plot does a good job of holding the reader's interest. Those who like realistic fiction, school stories, and friendship tales will enjoy reading this new book starring Julia, JULIA GILLIAN (AND THE DREAM OF THE DOG).
Julia is starting sixth grade and middle school.
Instead of enjoying recess, Julia is now stuck "controlling variables," dealing with older school bullies, facing a reluctant reading buddy, and seeing mounds and mounds of homework.
To make matters worse, Julia's old dog, Bigfoot, is slowing down, and this is the final straw. Julia's world is falling apart.
Can she find a way to get her life under control - or will it get the best of her?
A short, fun read for anyone having trouble adjusting to a new school. The characters are well-developed, and the plot does a good job of holding the reader's interest. Those who like realistic fiction, school stories, and friendship tales will enjoy reading this new book starring Julia, JULIA GILLIAN (AND THE DREAM OF THE DOG).
