Margie Kelly Breaks the Dress Code

Name: Margie Kelly Breaks the Dress Code
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780316461580
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By Bridget Farr

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Margie Kelly Breaks the Dress Code by Bridget Farr is a lively children's book following Margie, a spirited young girl, as she challenges the outdated dress code at her middle school. When the rules seem unfair, Margie and her friends embark on a quest for equality and self-expression, using creativity and determination to inspire positive change. It's a story about standing up for what's right and embracing individuality.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This book may appeal to you if you enjoy stories about young protagonists challenging norms and standing up for what they believe in. It's perfect for readers who appreciate themes of empowerment, friendship, and the courage to speak up in the face of injustice. With a touch of humour and heart, it offers an inspiring narrative for children navigating the complexities of growing up.

A timely and necessary novel about one girl's fight against gender inequality at her middle school and the lessons she learns along the way from rising author Bridget Farr-now in paperback!

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Margie Kelly Breaks the Dress Code is fiercely smart, funny, and feminist. This thoughtful novel should be handed to every middle schooler." - Brandy Colbert, award-winning author of The Only Black Girls in Town

A timely and necessary novel about one girl's fight against gender inequality at her middle school and the lessons she learns along the way from rising author Bridget Farr—now in paperback!

Margie Kelly's perfect skirt was dress-coded on her very first day of middle school. Upset and embarrassed, Margie spends the whole day in oversized gym shorts, setting the tone for the whole day. Everything that could go wrong, certainly does!

But when Margie realizes that the dress code is only applied to the girls and not the boys, she gets mad. Really mad. The dress code is keeping girls from learning. The boys act like they rule the school. And the teachers turn a blind eye. Something has to change! And then Margie comes up with the best idea. She'll plan a school-wide protest.

As Margie moves forward with her plans, she comes to realize that her own privilege is part of the problem, and not everyone's voices are being heard. Will Margie make meaningful change for all students?

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Bridget Farr's Margie Kelly Breaks the Dress Code is praised as an engaging and feminist narrative suited for middle school readers. Reviewers highlight its fresh take on standing up against sexism and white privilege through a relatable story about dress codes and friendship conflicts. The book is noted for its smart, funny, and approachable nature, making it an inspiring read that encourages young people to speak out.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780316461580

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 July 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Little, Brown Young Readers

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 192.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 320

Collections

Bridget Farr Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Young Adult

About the Author

Bridget Farr is an author, actor, and educator. She's been an elementary and middle school teacher her entire career, most recently a vice principal at an urban public school. She has a masters from the University of Texas at Austin. Bridget is also an actor and producer and has starred in award-winning plays, produced a popular theater series, and written a short film. She is the author of Margie Kelly Breaks the Dress Code and Pavi Sharma's Guide to Going Home. Bridget lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband, Shiva, and the neighborhood cat, Sherman.