Oct 18, 2023JCLChrisK rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
An excellent, empathetic story that puts readers inside the head of a smart girl convinced she is dumb due to undiagnosed dyslexia. Nuanced and powerful, though I found the feel-good ending a bit too perfect for my tastes.
Jul 14, 2023JCLBrittanyC rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
A middle grade novel that perfectly combines diverse representation, tough topics, and the fun loving energy of a children's book! Definitely recommend as a wonderful family read.
Mar 30, 2022VaughanPLDianeB rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
I loved this book! What a great story about a 6th grader's journey from self-loathing to self-acceptance. I have a new appreciation and respect for youngsters overcoming obstacles and personal challenges -- Ally, the main character,…
The book "Fish in a Tree" is an awesome book! I really enjoyed reading this book. The main characters of this book are Ally, Keisha and Albert. In this story Ally, Keisha and Albert are in 6t grade. This book is about a girl named Ally who…
Jul 23, 2021leejuliet rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Fish in a Tree portrays the story of a girl with dyslexia and her journey to overcome these challenges. Ally had attended and transferred to several schools in her school career, and managed to hide her inability to read with her clever…
Jun 30, 2021RyanLe16 rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
In Fish in a Tree, the reader learns about the school life of Ally who has been extremely clever in fooling many people. This is highlighted because every time that she ends up in a new school, she hides her reading disability by…
This is an engaging novel that wonderfully depicts the struggles of a dyslexic teen, Ally. The challenges posed by Ally helps the readers to empathize with her character and to learn about a world where the simplest task for some people…
Aug 26, 2020JASDEEP TATLA rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
An amazing book! I think it is about courage, knowing that there are people around you that can help and just being yourself! At least that's the impression that I got from it. Would definitely recommend this to anyone who manages to find…
An excellent and inspiring story for 5th/6th graders about a girl with dyslexia and her journey to overcome its challenges and accept its benefits. Very accessible language with easily digestible themes. Relatable to kids who have…
Jul 06, 2020rheanaik rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
The poignant tale of a middle school girl named Ally who can’t read well due to her dyslexia yet has a knack for creative and musical pursuits. Her struggles also stem from her moving around so much(as her dad is in the military), her…
Jun 29, 2020pink_flamingo_400 rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
It was a great read! I really enjoyed this book and I would recommend it definitely to the people who loved Wonder by RJ Palacio... You should read this!
Ally is a sixth grader who has trouble fitting in. She has been to several different schools throughout her elementary years due to her father being in the military and is constantly finding ways to go unnoticed. She can draw beautifully…
Oct 22, 2019Tigard_HollyCP rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
What everybody else said, but it has come to my attention that some characters from marginalized populations have been portrayed stereotypically. I have to admit that I did not notice that when I read it, but it's important to at least…
Oct 12, 2019MB_kcls rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
'Fish in a Tree' is simultaneously both heartbreaking and joyous.
Middle grades are hard enough, as kids are trying to find their place, their voice and beginning to discover their values. It's doubly hard when they are different or…
A dyslexic girl named Ally Nickerson has difficulties reading. When she has a book in her hands all she can see are the words dancing around making them look like black and blurry blobs. Many people around her judge her because of her…
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Fish in a Tree