Absolutely, Positively Natty

Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7

Natty deals with moving after her mom’s departure by pulling a Ted Lasso and starting a pep squad in this stand-alone middle grade novel about friendship and toxic positivity by the author of the TBH and Friendship List series.

When Natty’s mom kind of takes a break from her dad and sort of the whole family, Natty and her dad move to his childhood hometown of Miller Creek. Now she’s starting middle school for the second time, this time in Miller Creek—without her mom or her BFF. But Natty’s doing great! Really. Anything is possible. And what’s the point of dwelling on the stuff that stinks when there’s so much good stuff to think about?Natty is absolutely, positively sure that she can turn it all around. Like 1,000 percent sure. As long as she stays absolutely positive! She’ll get her dad off the couch, make herself tons of new friends, and even convince her mom to come live with them in Miller Creek. First step? Starting a pep squad to spread the good vibes.But what happens when the leader of the pep squad has no more cheer to give?

About the Author

Lisa Greenwald is the author of the Friendship List, TBH, and the Pink & Green series. She is a graduate of The New School’s MFA program in writing for children, and lives on the Upper East Side with her husband and two kids.