Good Books Young Troublemakers Book Club for Middle School Students

When: Saturday, April 27, at 4 PM
Where: Dog-Eared Books Loft

“Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble.” – Congressman & civil rights activist John Lewis

Good Books Young Troublemakers is a book club where middle school-aged kids read great books and practice speaking up. In GBYT, we create a space for participants to reflect on identity, privilege, and power, and offer tools and practice opportunities to help prepare them to use their voices to respond to moments of injustice, both small and large. In short, we help them learn how to engage in “good trouble”!

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Not only are books fun, but some stories can also help us learn how to think about injustice, use our voices–and be good troublemakers! Join Tanvi and Lou to chat about Honestly Elliott by Gillian McDunn

Registration is required for the Good Books Young Troublemakers Book Club.

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Honestly Elliott by Gillian McDunn explores boyhood in a funny, big-hearted story about a kid trying to find the best way to be his best self.

Elliott isn’t sure where he fits in. Ever since his best friend moved away and his dad and stepmom announced the arrival of their new baby, he’s been feeling invisible. Plus his dad just doesn’t seem to understand what having ADHD really feels like, or why cooking is the one activity where Elliott’s mind clicks into place.

When he’s paired with the super smart and popular Maribel for a school project, Elliott worries she’ll be just another person who underestimates him. But Maribel is also looking for a new way to show others her true self and this project could be the chance they’ve both been waiting for. Sometimes the least likely friends help you see a new side to things . . . and sometimes you have to make a few mistakes before you figure out what’s right.

The April book club pick was sponsored by a community member. But you are welcome to pick up a free copy, purchase a copy to read, or grab it from the library, and join us at Dog-Eared Books, Saturday, April 27, at 4 PM, for the book discussion.

Registration is required each month to participate in the book club. Seats are limited to 10 participants; register today to save a seat. 

Dates and books for upcoming Good Trouble Book Club 2024 gatherings:

April 27 at 4 PM
Honestly Elliott by Gillian McDunn sponsored by Sara N. & Jess H.
May 25 at 4 PM
Barely Floating by Lilliam Rivera sponsored by Nancy A. & Des 515 Book Club
June 22 at 4 PM
Code Red by Joy McCullough sponsored by Jamie O. & Amy P.

 

 

 

 

 

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