Standing for Socks
(Simon & Schuster, 2009) Paperback June 2010!
Vote for Fara and school won’t sock!
Fara Ross has always wanted to make a difference, but she never guessed her big break would come the morning she puts on mismatched socks by accident. Her socks become a statement of individuality, and her fame grows until the entire town of Stockville rallies behind her freedom of footwear campaign. But Fara has bigger goals—goals she can only accomplish as sixth grade class president—and socks seem to do nothing but get in the way. She knows she can make a real difference…if only she can get people to see beyond her feet.
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Reviews
"It's a joy to eavesdrop on Fara and her buddies...[Standing for Socks is] a debut that entertains, teaches, and totally does not sock."
"...likeable characters, unexpected twists, and a bit of whimsy."
"Give this to fans of Andrew Clements or Jerry Spinelli, or to teachers looking for a thought-provoking class readaloud."
- The Bulletin of the
Center for Children's Books
"This entertaining, original novel never misses a step."
"This enjoyable debut novel includes diverse characters and thought-provoking ideas that will engage young people."
-Booklist