{"product_id":"the-house-swap-isbn-9780063034532","title":"The House Swap","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Parent Trap meets The Holiday in this heartwarming and funny story of two girls, one American and one British, who become friends and confidantes when their families swap houses, from the acclaimed author of Glitter Gets Everywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllie is British and dreams of being a spy. Sage is an only child from sunny California. They meet when their families swap houses for the summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThough they’re polar opposites, Allie and Sage quickly realize that they’re both dealing with family issues—Sage’s parents may be on the brink of divorce, and Allie’s struggling to feel heard in her big family. It may take a trip around the world for them to find their place at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis sweet and emotional story is told in alternating chapters from each girl’s point of view, offering two unique perspectives on family and belonging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCan two girls on opposite sides of the world help each other find their place at home?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAn Unlikely Friendship:\u003c\/b\u003e Allie is a spy-in-training from England. Sage is a crystal-loving Californian. When they swap houses, they become unexpected allies in solving their family problems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA Summer House Swap:\u003c\/b\u003e A cozy English cottage for a sunny Californian home. This seemingly perfect summer vacation swap comes with complicated families and a few big secrets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDual POV Story:\u003c\/b\u003e See the world through both girls’ eyes. Told in alternating chapters, this story shows that even across an ocean, you can find a friend who truly understands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNavigating Family Drama:\u003c\/b\u003e From the fear of a looming divorce to the struggle of feeling invisible, this emotional story for kids tackles tough topics with plenty of heart and humor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e | \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRAISE FOR \u003cem\u003eGlitter Gets Everywhere\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: “Joy, sorrow, humor, hope—this book has it all. I loved every page. Kitty and I would have been great friends.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eErin Entrada Kelly, author of Newbery Medal winner Hello, Universe and Newbery Honor winner We Dream of Space\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Delightful and utterly compelling. \u003cem\u003eGlitter Gets Everywhere\u003c\/em\u003e sparkles like the gem that it is.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAnn M. Martin, New York Times bestselling author of Rain, Reign\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Kitty Wentworth draws readers into her personal journey through grief with surprising honesty and abundant humor. A touching debut that brims with authenticity. Well done!” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLeslie Connor, National Book Award Finalist, and author of A Home for Goddesses and Dogs\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A heartfelt novel that is sure to touch readers deeply, \u003cem\u003eGlitter Gets Everywhere\u003c\/em\u003e offers a gentle exploration of grief, sprinkled with moments of humor worthy of Louise Rennison. Kitty is an immensely loveable character, and middle graders will find her transatlantic adventures relatable, poignant and honest. I loved this book!\"—Ali Standish, award-winning author of \u003cem\u003eThe Ethan I Was Before\u003c\/em\u003e - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAli Standish, award-winning author of The Ethan I Was Before\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This tender, witty debut made me cry, laugh, and think deeply. \u003cem\u003eGlitter Gets Everywhere \u003c\/em\u003esparkles with insights about the beautiful, complicated ways people move forward after a heartbreaking loss.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLaurie Morrison, Author of Up for Air and Saint Ivy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Well-paced.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A tender story of two girls navigating complicated family lives and two poignant storylines that illustrate the value of learning to have hard conversations.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A strong, heartwarming coming-of-age tale--will warm readers’ hearts.\"  - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A charming novel positioned as The Parent Trap meets The Holiday about life’s surprises as well as the trials and rewards of family life.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The well-drawn characters are distinctive individuals who see things from different points of view. The narrative engages readers with its well-paced story and articulate portrayal of emotions. Clark portrays Kitty and her circle of family and friends with perception, wit, and finesse in this absorbing first novel.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003c\/em\u003eThe heart-rending topic; the well-drawn family relationships; and Kitty’s brave, honest, and often funny responses to her tragedy are the soul of this book. Heartfelt and comforting.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Clark offers a solid depiction of therapy as positive and sometimes necessary. 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The book takes a thoughtful approach to grief and recovery, exploring Kitty’s emotional growth in a nondidactic way.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Horn Book\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44890378076389,"sku":"NP9780063034532","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780063034532.jpg?v=1730233147","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/the-house-swap-isbn-9780063034532","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}