About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is struggling with the blurry line between being part of the in-crowd and staying true to their values. It is a vital resource for middle grade readers who feel invisible or who might be tempted to participate in unkindness just to feel seen by a popular peer. Shaindy Goodman is a quiet, observant girl in an Orthodox Jewish community who gets swept up in a series of nighttime pranks led by the charismatic and manipulative Gayil. As the pranks move from harmless to hurtful, Shaindy must confront her own complicity and the crushing weight of guilt. The story masterfully explores the psychology of peer pressure and the courage required to make amends. It is deeply grounded in its cultural setting but offers universal lessons on accountability and the search for authentic belonging.
