A cast is the perfect accessory (and other lessons I've learned) cover

A cast is the perfect accessory (and other lessons I've learned)

by Allison Gutknecht

Struggling to recover socially after a fashion faux pas and a disappointing outcome of the school pageant, Mandy is dismayed when a rival gains the attentions of the entire class, including Mandy's best friend, because of a broken wrist. "Eight-year-old Mandy Berr is spirited, sassy, and determined to shine--even if she's not the center of attention! After learning the hard way that polka dot underwear and white pants are not the best combination, Mandy Berr has gotten over that fashion faux pas, and has (almost) recoverd from not being named George Washington in the recent Presidential Pagent. But just when things seem like they might be back in her favor, her former nemesis, Natalie, manages to steal Mandy's spotlight--again. A broken wrist for Natalie means a cool cast and the attention of Mandy's classmates ... even from Anya, Mandy's BFF. Can Mandy figure out a way to get back into the center of attention, win back her best friend, and snag a pair or fancy-dancy periwinkle sunglasses?"--Publisher's website.

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Chappie’s discussion starters

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  1. Which character stayed with you after you turned the last page, and why?
  2. Was there a moment where you disagreed with a character’s choice? What would you have done?
  3. What theme did this book keep circling back to — and did it earn its ending?
  4. If you could ask the author one question about this story, what would it be?
  5. Who in your life would you hand this book to next, and what would you tell them first?