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Click kayla miller5/13/2023 ![]() All of Olive’s friends and classmates get along and are respectful to adults. Another unexpected aspect of the story is the fact there aren’t any negative characters. She notices an ad for the upcoming contest and it immediately distracts her in school and at school when she should be practicing guitar, doing homework, and helping her friend with Berry Scouts. The film contest consumes Olive’s attention despite being one thing in her life she hasn’t planned on. ![]() There are a couple of curiosities about the story that may resonate with young readers. However, she lacks the foresight of the consequences of joining the Berry Scouts in addition to school, homework, and other commitments. She displays social awareness as she uses her position on the student council to challenge the school dress code. Never mind the fact she doesn’t have an idea for a film nor does she have a camera to record one. ![]() Olive is enthusiastic (impulsive?) as she’s already quit karate after three classes and now spontaneously plans to enter a short-film contest she notices on a bulletin board. It’s a time to explore interests but that sometimes gets out of control. ![]() Middle-grade readers may relate to her stress since that’s a time when many new clubs, sports, and hobbies become available to them. The whole story is about her and the many different activities she takes on. Compared to most graphic novels I’ve read, this book does pretty well in developing Olive’s character. ![]()
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