#4 in Friendship List Series
My Life in Pink & Green: Friendship List #4: 13 and 3/4
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What’s inside...
BFFs Ari and Kaylan make a new bucket list as they set out for different summer camps in the fourth and final Friendship List novel. The perfect summer read for fans of Lauren Myracle and Rachel Renee Russo’s Dork Diaries!
Ari and Kaylan aren’t sure how they’re going to survive their first summer apart. No pool. No sleepovers. No emergency late night chats on the porch.
So as Ari returns to Camp Silver and Kaylan heads off to comedy camp, they come up with a new list of 13 and 3/4 ways to keep their friendship strong as they tackle everything from bias to batik and moping to matchmaking.
Told in alternating perspectives, the fourth book in the popular Friendship List series is sure to make readers cry, laugh, and start plotting their own friendship lists.
Discussion points
How do you think Lucy handles the challenges she faces with her pharmacy and friendships? What would you do in her situation?
Lucy tries to balance her personal interests with helping her community. What are some ways you can help out in your own community?
Friendship plays a big role in this book. What qualities do you think make a good friend? How do Lucy's friendships change throughout the story?
Lucy has big dreams and goals. What are some of your goals for the next few years, and how do you plan to achieve them?
The book touches on environmentally friendly practices at the pharmacy. What are some ways we can be more environmentally conscious in our daily lives?
Tip: Role play these questions
Affirm your child's responses to encourage open communication. Make them feel their opinions are valued.
Relate the book's situations to your child's life by drawing parallels, which can help them better understand the characters' decisions and challenges.
Discuss Lucy's problem-solving strategies and ask your child how they may use similar strategies in their own life.
Highlight the importance of community involvement discussed in the book, and brainstorm with your child ways you can together contribute to your community.
Encourage your child to think critically about how they can apply the environmentally friendly practices from the book in your own home.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Friendship
Explanation: The story revolves around the main character's journey and the trials and tribulations she faces, demonstrating how friendships can provide support and comfort during challenging times.
Real-World Application: Children learn to value their friendships and understand how nurturing these relationships can provide emotional support and strength in their own lives.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving and Creativity
Explanation: The protagonist uses innovative solutions to handle personal and business-related challenges, highlighting the power of creative thinking and determination.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think outside the box and use creativity to solve problems they encounter, whether at school or in social settings.
Example Lesson: Growth and Self-Improvement
Explanation: As the main character navigates various personal and professional obstacles, she learns important lessons about herself and matures significantly throughout the book.
Real-World Application: Children are taught the importance of personal development and learning from experiences, fostering a mindset geared towards continuous growth and improvement.
Example Lesson: Responsibility and Independence
Explanation: The central character takes on significant responsibilities and strives to manage them effectively, demonstrating a journey towards independence.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand the value of taking responsibility in different facets of life, promoting an early sense of independence and accountability.