Macy McMillan and the Rainbow Goddess by Shari GreenMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Macy McMillan is accustomed to being a team of two: just her and her mom, but her team is growing by three people, and she isn't quite ready for that. Macy's mom is about to marry Alan who has twin daughters. The upcoming marriage means that Macy has to move into Alan's house, which means leaving her garden, her reading nook, and being in close proximity to her best friend.
In an effort to take Macy's mind off all these soon-to-be changes, Macy's mom encourages her to help their elderly neighbor, Iris, pack up her belongings before she moves into an assisted living facility. Even though Macy is very leery about helping out her neighbor, Iris ends up becoming a great friend who shares many life lessons with her.
Throughout this free verse novel, Macy learns the importance of discovering other people's stories. She realizes that there is always more to a person than what you see on the surface. Through Macy's experiences, readers will see the value in listening to the stories of their elders. As a child, I was always enthralled by my grandparents' life stories. I hate that none of their stories were ever written down for me to share with my children so they would be able to see how their story came to be.
Shari Green's verse is beautifully lyrical. This novel is perfect for readers who are going through life changes. It would be a great suggestion for kids who might be anxious about starting a new chapter in life, whether that be a new school or expanding family. Readers will find comfort in Macy's story by seeing that change can be good and "finding home is about following your story."
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