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fyziksgirl's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
This is a wonderful book. The main character is delightful and oh so real; the way she portrays anxiety is so relatable and I have never had or known anyone with a heart condition like hers but I feel I understand it better from this book. I love how the character struggles with her difficulties without giving to or being consumed by then and slowly builds skills to help her cope. Highly recommend, especially for any children with anxiety, an invisible physical disability, or someone who loves improv!
angelicprose's review against another edition
3.0
i can’t tell if this is a 3 or a 4 star rating, but we are going with four for now !
i definitely wish i had this book when i was eleven . this speaks on heart issues and anxiety and handles them so realistically . i also like how they spoke on forgiveness and how the root of bullying is usually home issues . i love how they spoke on gentrification and how children can make a change .
this was so adorable and this is why i love reading children’s fiction !! i’m sure this healed the inner child a little .
i definitely wish i had this book when i was eleven . this speaks on heart issues and anxiety and handles them so realistically . i also like how they spoke on forgiveness and how the root of bullying is usually home issues . i love how they spoke on gentrification and how children can make a change .
this was so adorable and this is why i love reading children’s fiction !! i’m sure this healed the inner child a little .
victorialynch's review against another edition
5.0
Maybe 4.5, but I hope any 4th to 7th grade girls struggling with anxiety find this book!
miszjeanie's review against another edition
4.0
Five Things About Ava Andrews is a sweet and true-to-life portrayal of anxiety in middle-grade literature. With a sharp protagonist and realistic family members, this book is perfect for those who like books about siblings. Ava Andrews reminds readers that we all have different struggles and sometimes all we need to do is look beyond ourselves. If you’re looking for a therapy-positive middle-grade book about anxiety, a middle-grade book featuring improv (like Jessica Kim's [b:Stand Up, Yumi Chung!|40986512|Stand Up, Yumi Chung!|Jessica Kim|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1584422677l/40986512._SY75_.jpg|63954298] does with comedy) or one with activism — then you’ll love this book!
Read my full review on my blog.
Read my full review on my blog.
c5l1e3's review against another edition
3.0
#Contemporary, Psychological - Anxiety, Friendship
>Lower Middle Grade Reader (Middle School Setting - Transitioning to 6th Grade)
* POC characters (main)
* Authors note
* Author has anxiety & heart problems - authenticity
* Interactive games
>Lower Middle Grade Reader (Middle School Setting - Transitioning to 6th Grade)
* POC characters (main)
* Authors note
* Author has anxiety & heart problems - authenticity
* Interactive games
msseviereads's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book. Ava Andrews is a character that is easy to love -- and I was equally frustrated with her for not being stronger and empathetic with her because of her worries and anxieties.
Must have book for all middle school shelves! Would make a great read aloud!
Must have book for all middle school shelves! Would make a great read aloud!
emperor_e's review against another edition
4.0
Hmmmm maybe improv sounds like more fun than I thought……..also bonus points for mentioning an animated tv show. Good job, an overall enjoyable book for me.
emiline767's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
bethebookworm's review against another edition
5.0
Own voices books are a delight
Great book about dealing with invisible disability, social anxiety gentrification, selective mutism, middle school, and friendship. It's so nice to read own voices books on these topics because instead of endless tropes the true depth of character is displayed. I also now want to do Improv like Ava!
Great book about dealing with invisible disability, social anxiety gentrification, selective mutism, middle school, and friendship. It's so nice to read own voices books on these topics because instead of endless tropes the true depth of character is displayed. I also now want to do Improv like Ava!
librariann's review against another edition
Only 13 pages in and I'm already like WHERE WAS THIS BOOK WHEN I WAS IN SIXTH GRADE. Would it have given me the language to advocate for my needs?
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I sit in the aisle closest to the door. It's one of the accommodations in my 504 medical plan for school, which lists the things I do to manage my anxiety and heart condition. The ability to leave makes me feel less nervous about having to sit in a class.
And this:
I nod at Mr. Sukow but also raise my hand for the bathroom pass, an index finger pointed to the ceiling, the signal my teachers agreed on that I can use, no matter what else is going on in class. It's my get-out-of-jail card.