About This Book
Savvy introduces Mibs Beaumont, a girl from a family where everyone develops a unique magical ability, or "savvy," on their thirteenth birthday. Just as Mibs is about to turn thirteen, her beloved father is in a serious accident, leaving him in a coma. Convinced her new savvy can help him, Mibs embarks on a daring, unsupervised bus journey across Kansaska-Nebransas, accompanied by her siblings and some unexpected companions. This heartwarming and whimsical adventure explores themes of family love, self-discovery, and the courage to face the unknown, making it a perfect read for middle-grade children aged 10-14 who enjoy magical realism and character-driven stories.
In Mibs Beaumont's family, the day of their thirteenth birthday is amazing - This is the day when they each receive their special talent or savvy - Her brother Rocket can send static shocks across the room while brother Fish can make huges changes to the weather - On her thirteenth birthday, Mib's father lies in hospital in a coma - She has to reach him, and the only way there is on the Pink Bible bus.
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Discussion Prompts
1
If you could have any savvy, what would it be and why?
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How does Mibs' family support each other, especially during difficult times?
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What does Mibs learn about herself and her savvy throughout her journey?
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How do the unexpected friends Mibs makes on the bus help her?
5
What does the book teach us about accepting ourselves and others for their unique qualities?
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