Books Like Trick Out My School!
Families who loved Trick Out My School! by Robin Mellom often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Trick Out My School! by Robin Mellom often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your middle schooler is starting to feel the heavy weight of social labels or is struggling to balance their creative passions with the desire to fit in. It is a perfect choice for kids who feel like they have to change their personality or appearance to be 'cool' or accepted by the popular crowd. The story follows seventh-grader Trevor Jones, a talented artist who gets swept up in a televised school renovation project. As a Hollywood designer tries to 'rebrand' Trevor into a trendy teen, Trevor must navigate the hilarious and often awkward tension between his real self and his new TV persona. It explores themes of self-confidence and friendship loyalty with a light, humorous touch. Parents will appreciate how it validates the middle school experience of feeling like everyone is watching while providing a hopeful message about staying true to your roots. It is ideal for ages 8 to 12.
