Chicken Friend/Nicola Morgan
Massachusetts, USA: Candlewick Press, 2004
This book would be suitable for children ages 8-11.
Becca's family has moved to the country, she is homeschooled and lonely. She does, however, have her chickens, the only 'friends' that listen to her. When she meets two girls who live nearby she desperately wants to fit in. However she is not keen on telling anyone she has diabetes. She is embarrassed about it. She decides to hold a birthday party for herself to show that she is no different from anybody else. You can imagine the consequences of this! Eventually, after a few disasters, Becca comes to realise that her family really does care about her. There is a good twist at the end.
This is a fun, poignant book, full of humour but with a touch of sadness. 11 year olds would certainly be able to identify with Becca. The plot moves along at a lively pace with the dialogue perfect for a teenage girl. It is a very enjoyable read and I highly recommend it.
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