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A Star on TV, Lucy McGee

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A chance to be on TV brings out the worst in fourth grader Lucy McGee—and now her friends want her out of the Songwriting Club!
Lucy McGee and Phillip Lee are invited to perform a song on their school's morning show—this is their big break! First, they agree to keep it a secret from spotlight-stealing classmate Scarlett Tandy.
But what about the other members of the Songwriting Club? Lucy forgets to tell them, setting off a chain of hurt feelings, a disastrous secret party, a runaway brother, and much more. The loveable but impulsive Lucy will have to write a lot of apology letters before everything can go back to normal.
The delightful Lucy McGee series features a diverse cast of fourth and fifth grade characters who all love to sing and play the ukulele in the Songwriting Club; funny and sweet illustrations on every page; and song lyrics for aspiring musicians to try out on their own. Called "Ramona-esque" by the Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, Lucy McGee is sure to be a reader favorite.
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    • Booklist

      November 1, 2020
      Grades 3-5 In this fourth Lucy title, after fourth-graders Lucy and pal Phillip get to sing their rainy-day-inspired song on the school TV's weather segment, Lucy finds herself ostracized by her fellow songwriting club members, who felt excluded from the appearance. Though Lucy makes amends, she soon discovers snooty Scarlett's plan for some club members to play for a wider audience. Lucy's attempts to be included go awry, but, eventually, everyone unites for their exciting opportunity. But when the big day arrives, a scary storm puts things on hold--and Lucy's little brother Leo goes missing. Thankfully, Leo's found, and the weather clears, and Lucy gets some perspective on what matters--family and friendship--whatever the weather. Narrator Lucy's a spirited, relatable character whose experiences, by turns funny and reflective, also touch on themes of being responsible and considerate. Appealing, expressive black-and-white line drawings and the kids' weather-connected lyrics are peppered throughout. Though more likely to resonate with series followers, this offers an engaging, ultimately upbeat read. Includes links to access Lucy's songs, as well as songwriting tips.

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    • School Library Journal

      November 20, 2020

      Gr 2-5-Lucy McGee is back with more zany adventures featuring her Songwriting Club classmates. In this adorable return to the lovable character, readers find out that fifth-grader Lucy, along with her friend Phillip, gets to sing one of their songs on their school's morning show. But when their attention-loving classmate Scarlett finds out that she and the rest of the Songwriting Club were not invited, they get angry. Lucy goes out of her way to smooth things over with them. When she and Phillip are invited back to the show, they promise not to appear without the rest of the group-however, the duo soon find out that Scarlett is secretly singing a song on television too, where her mom works! Lucy decides to have a Songwriting Club party at her home without telling her parents, and guilts Scarlett into inviting her and the rest of the club on the television show. Readers also catch up with Lucy's parents and her siblings Leo, who is obsessed with worms, and Lily, who cries loudly when she does not get her way. VERDICT Children who love some nonsensical fun, pranks, a little mischief, and made-up comical ukulele songs will enjoy. Great for any children's collection, and where the series is popular. -Annmarie Braithwaite, NYPL

      Copyright 2020 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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