Emmy in the Key of Code by Aimee Lucido
Published by Versify on September 24, 2019
ISBN: 0358040825
Pages: 416
Genres: Realistic Fiction
Format: Chapter Book Fiction
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Emmy is at a new school, and she’s trying to find her way. Both her parents are musicians, but she just doens’t love music the way they do. She does, however, find the music in math and computer science she’s started studying in school. Navigating new friendships, difficult bullies, and a love for a new subject, Emmy finds acceptance and friendship where she didn’t expect it. A combination of poetry, code, prose, and music, this is a fun and quick read that will appeal to many. Hand this to reluctact readers as the short amounts of text on some pages may make it feel like an easier read. Best for 4th-6th grade students, this is a great introduction to coding while simultaneously being an entertaining read.

Reviewed by Jessie Trafton, Skidompha Library, Damariscotta, ME