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Quinny and Hopper, both eight, meet over the summer and quickly form a strong friendship, despite their differing personalities. As the new school year begins, they face common childhood trials—peer pressure, different expectations, and the pressure to fit in. Together, they navigate these uncertainties, learning the value of individuality and solidarity.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Adriana Brad Schanen
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