Camp Clique

Name: Camp Clique
ISBN: 9780762467440

by Eileen Moskowitz-Palma

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For the child navigating the tricky social waters of summer camp, this book explores fitting in and forming genuine friendships. It addresses worries about cliques and belonging.

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About This Book

A parent might reach for this book when their child is feeling anxious about going to camp or struggling to navigate new social groups. It's a perfect read for the child who worries about fitting in, being popular, or dealing with exclusive cliques. The story follows Chloe, who arrives at summer camp excited to make friends but is quickly excluded by the 'cool girl' group. The book realistically portrays the sting of loneliness and jealousy while beautifully modeling how to find genuine connections and build self-confidence. It's an empowering story for ages 8-12 that reassures kids that true belonging comes from being yourself, not from joining the most popular clique.

Loneliness & Belonging Friendship & Loyalty Going to Camp Making Friends Friendship & Social Self-Confidence & Identity School Life Peer Pressure

What Parents Should Know

Sad ThemesMild

Depicts realistic social exclusion, clique behavior, and feelings of loneliness.

Sensitive Topics

The book's primary sensitive topic is social exclusion and relational aggression (bullying through exclusion and gossip). The approach is direct, secular, and realistic, focusing on the protagonist's internal emotional experience. The resolution is hopeful and empowering: Chloe doesn't win over the clique, but instead builds a stronger, more authentic friendship circle, promoting a message of self-worth and resilience.