{"product_id":"hazels-theory-of-evolution-isbn-9780062791177","title":"Hazel’s Theory of Evolution","description":"\u003cp\u003eWinner of the Lambda Literary Award!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Thing About Jellyfish meets Raymie Nightingale in this tender middle grade novel from Lisa Jenn Bigelow, acclaimed author of Drum Roll, Please.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHazel knows a lot about the world. That’s because when she’s not hanging with her best friend, taking care of her dog, or helping care for the goats on her family's farm, she loves reading through dusty encyclopedias.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut even Hazel doesn’t have answers for the questions awaiting her as she enters eighth grade. What if no one at her new school gets her, and she doesn't make any friends? What’s going to happen to one of her moms, who’s pregnant again after having two miscarriages? Why does everything have to change when life was already perfectly fine?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Hazel struggles to cope, she’ll come to realize that sometimes you have to look within yourself—instead of the pages of a book—to find the answer to life’s most important questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA heartfelt story about the science of family, the evolution of friendship, and the courage to hope:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA Heartfelt LGBTQ+ Family Story:\u003c\/b\u003e Hazel has two moms and a baby sister on the way. But after two previous losses, her family is holding its breath—and Hazel is terrified to hope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNavigating Changing Friendships:\u003c\/b\u003e Starting eighth grade at a new school, Hazel has to figure out who she is without her best friend by her side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFound Family and Support:\u003c\/b\u003e An unexpected friendship with Carina, a transgender girl, and Yosh, a boy who uses a wheelchair, shows Hazel she doesn't have to face her fears alone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDealing with Anxiety:\u003c\/b\u003e A gentle and honest story that explores what it feels like when life changes too fast and celebrates the courage it takes to embrace the unknown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e | \u003cp\u003ePraise for \u003cem\u003eDrum Roll, Please\u003c\/em\u003e:  “Bigelow artfully captures the complexity of middle-school relationships and, with a gentle hand, delivers a mighty message to turn up the volume on your inner drumbeat.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAmi Polonsky, author of Gracefully Grayson and Threads\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Both fun and substantial, readable and empowering, this novel is a master class in balancing real issues with a light-hearted tone. Bigelow’s compassionate take on the classic middle school topics of family, friendship, and first romance hits all the right notes. Highly recommended.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“In a story about growing pains, turning points, and self-discovery, Bigelow shows an equally clear understanding of the dynamics of young adolescent emotions. Bigelow has a graceful and genuine touch as her protagonist processes new experiences and navigates changes in friendships and family.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Warm and memorable.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Bigelow celebrates intersectional diversity with her cast of well-drawn characters. Through a relatable first-person narrative, she also addresses universal conflicts adolescents face while paying tribute to their individuality.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This vivid first-person narrative revolves around the well-drawn main character. Bigelow portrays many characters with empathy and skill. A heartfelt novel of family, friends, and change.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eALA Booklist (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Readers will find [Hazel's] sensitive, reflective nature heartening.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44888935530725,"sku":"NP9780062791177","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780062791177.jpg?v=1730230134","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/hazels-theory-of-evolution-isbn-9780062791177","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}