
Margie Kelly Breaks the Dress Code
Bridget Farr
(Author)Description
Margie Kelly's perfect skirt was dress coded on her very first day of middle school. Upset and embarrassed, Margie spends the whole day wearing oversized gym shorts. So much for starting sixth grade with confidence!
But when Margie realizes that the dress code is only applied to the female students and not the boys, Margie gets mad. Really mad.
The dress code is keeping girls stuck in detention all day and away from learning. The boys act like they own the school. And the teachers turn a blind eye to the hypocrisies taking place in the halls, classrooms, and clubs. Something has to change! And Margie knows just how to do it. She'll plan a school-wide protest with her best friend, Daniela, and fellow classmates Jamiya and Gloria.
But as Margie moves forward with her plans, she comes to realize some hard truths about herself. Will Margie recognize her own privilege and make meaningful change for all students?
Product Details
Publisher | Little, Brown Books for Young Readers |
Publish Date | July 13, 2021 |
Pages | 304 |
Language | English |
Type | |
EAN/UPC | 9780316461573 |
Dimensions | 7.7 X 5.5 X 1.1 inches | 0.8 pounds |
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Reviews
"A fresh, feel-good story that will make readers cheer and appreciate the home and family they may take for granted."--School Library Journal
"Well imagined [and] undeniable appeal."--Booklist
Praise for Margie Kelly Breaks the Dress Code:
"Margie is bright, earnest, and appealing, and the issues of dress codes and friendship conflicts will be relatable for many middle school readers. A thoughtful treatment of sexism and white privilege for tweens."--School Library Journal
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