Summary: "Misfits: A Royal Conundrum" follows the adventures of Olive Cobin Zang, a girl who feels out of place in her life. After her grandmother's passing, Olive finds herself lonely while her parents are frequently away on business trips. One day, she is unexpectedly summoned to the principal's office, only to discover her social media presence has been wiped clean. Her mother is taking her to a unique boarding school that used to be a prison, which Olive fears will only amplify her feelings of isolation.
At the school, known as RASCH (not "rash"), Olive meets a group of misfits who, like her, struggle to fit in. As she grapples with her insecurities, she also uncovers a hidden truth: RASCH is a front for a team of young crime-fighters. With the school facing closure due to a looming heist, Olive must rally her new friends to save their unconventional home. Through this journey, Olive learns the importance of love—both familial and among friends—as she navigates her new relationships. This engaging story is filled with humor, adventure, and valuable lessons about self-acceptance, teamwork, and the bonds that hold us together.
Straight Talk for Librarians: This book would be a good choice for a book club focused on the themes of feeling like outsiders while also discussing the significance of love and support from family and friends.
Discussions can explore character development and personal growth, emphasizing how Olive's friendships and memories of her grandmother shape her journey. Additionally, librarians can design creative writing workshops where students develop their own misfit characters, highlighting the unique strengths that come from their backgrounds and relationships. Incorporating illustration activities inspired by Dan Santat's artwork can engage students' creativity while enhancing their connection to the story. I think this book will appeal to a wide variety of readers and if you are checking this book out to a lot of students, have book #2 ready to go!
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