Dork Diaries x 12 2018 set

Reach for this series when your middle schooler feels like an outsider or is struggling with the social hierarchy of the classroom. Nikki Maxwell is a self proclaimed dork who navigates the minefield of mean girls, crushes, and embarrassing family moments through the safety of her diary. These books offer a humorous, low pressure way for children to process feelings of inadequacy and the pressure to fit in. While the tone is lighthearted and diary style, it addresses the very real anxiety of early adolescence. Parents will find this helpful for validating a child's social struggles while providing a healthy outlet for laughter. It is highly accessible for reluctant readers and serves as a great bridge between graphic novels and traditional chapter books.