Merci Suárez Se Pone Las Pilas - by Meg Medina (Hardcover)

This book is a heartwarming and relatable tale of a young girl named Merci Suárez, who faces challenges in her relationships with friends, family, and the world around her as she enters the sixth grade.

Despite being a scholarship student at an exclusive private school in Florida, Merci never fits in with the other kids, and her struggles to navigate these changes are both humorous and poignant.

With the help of her loyal ally, Lolo, her grandfather, and her new "amigos de arco iris," or rainbow friends, Merci learns to embrace her differences and find her place in a world that often seems hostile to those who don't conform.

Meg Medina's writing is both insightful and engaging, capturing the complex emotions of pre-adolescence with humor and sensitivity.

This book will resonate with readers of all ages, and is sure to become a new favorite for anyone looking for a relatable and uplifting story about growing up and finding one's place in the world.