About This Book
This chapter book explores the anxieties of a young girl, Lia, as her new, cool summer camp friends, the 'Holiday Five,' come to visit her home for Halloween. Lia is thrilled but also deeply worried that her friends will find out she isn't popular in her seventh-grade class. The story delves into themes of friendship, self-confidence, and the pressure to fit in, offering a relatable narrative for children navigating social dynamics. It's a gentle exploration of how perceived social status can impact self-esteem and the true meaning of loyalty among friends. Parents will appreciate its focus on emotional honesty and the challenges of growing up.
Friendship is too important to let slip away. Summer-camp bunkmates the Holiday Five have decided not to let it happen. They swear to meet over holidays throughout the year. Now it's time for their Halloween get-together—but rumors are flying about Scott and Lia. Can the Holiday Five remain friends forever?
Discussion Prompts
1
How does Lia feel about her friends visiting for Halloween? What is she most worried about?
2
Have you ever felt like you needed to hide something about yourself from friends? How did that feel?
3
What does it mean to be a true friend? How can we show loyalty to our friends?
4
How do you think the Holiday Five should react if they learn about Lia's social struggles at school?
5
Why do you think popularity is so important to Lia? Is popularity the same as having good friends?
6
What advice would you give Lia about being honest with her friends?
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