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The Trouble with Good Ideas

The Trouble with Good Ideas

Published in
2022
4.05
on Goodreads (102)

Description

From author Amanda Panitch comes 'The Trouble with Good Ideas', a middle-grade novel featuring 12-year-old Leah Nevins, who is resistant to change, especially when it involves sending her great-grandpa Zaide to an assisted living facility. In an attempt to keep Zaide at home, Leah creates a golem, a magical creature from Jewish mythology, to protect him. However, she soon faces unexpected challenges when the golem turns against its creator.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
304 pages

Why to read

  • Explores complex family dynamics
  • Encourages empathy and understanding
  • Inspires creativity and innovation
  • Provides humor and warmth in tackling serious issues