Wednesday, 22 January 2025

Tig By: Heather Smith

Genre: Realistic Fiction
Age Recommendation: Grade 7/8

 "Tig" is a 2025 Red Maple nominee.  This is the story of 11-year-old Beth, whose nickname is Tig. Tig has been through a lot in her 11 years.  Her dad passed away when she was too young to remember and her mom isn't very motherly.  Tig still loves her mom, but things get so bad that Tig is placed in the care of her uncle Scott and his partner, Manny.  Tig is not pleased with this and doesn't hide the fact.  Even with her rude and disruptive behaviour, uncle Scott and Manny continue to show her kindness and caring.  Can they break down Tig's wall and provide her with the family she deserves?  Read this incredible story to find out!

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Tig By: Heather Smith

Genre: Realistic Fiction Age Recommendation: Grade 7/8  "Tig" is a 2025 Red Maple nominee.  This is the story of 11-year-old Beth...