Ferris: (A Heartfelt and Humorous Middle-Grade Coming-Of-Age Novel about Family, Ghosts, and Growing Up - For Kids Ages 8-12 in Grades 3-7)

The summer before fifth grade can feel like a whirlwind of unexpected events. For Ferris Wilkey, it’s a season filled with an outlaw-vowing sister, an artist uncle in the basement, and a grandmother experiencing unsettling visions.

Amidst the delightful chaos of Pinky’s town-wide escapades, Uncle Ted’s artistic endeavors, and a raccoon invasion, Ferris discovers that even the most peculiar circumstances can lead to profound understanding. This Humorous Middle Grade Coming Age Novel unfolds with quiet magic and tender resonance.

Kate DiCamillo, a two-time Newbery Medalist, crafts a story that is both playful and profound. It’s a tale about family, unexpected visitors, and the illuminating plans that can emerge from the most unlikely of situations. This is a story that celebrates the healing power of connection and the universal truths found in every good story.