Invisible Emmie

Terri Libenson's "Invisible Emmie" is a compelling graphic novel for middle schoolers, exploring the often-challenging social landscape of school life. It masterfully weaves together the stories of Emmie, a shy, artistic girl who feels invisible, and Katie, a popular, outgoing athlete. Their paths unexpectedly cross when an embarrassing note about Emmie falls into the wrong hands, leading to a public humiliation that forces both girls to confront their perceptions of themselves and each other. The book delves into themes of self-confidence, friendship, empathy, and the pressures of fitting in, all presented in an engaging, accessible graphic novel format that makes it a quick and relatable read for ages 8-12.

This is the story of two totally different girls. Quiet, shy, artistic Emmie. Popular, outgoing, athletic Katie--and how their lives unexpectedly intersect one day, when an embarrassing note falls into the wrong hands...