Bluish

In this heartfelt story, fifth-grader Dreenie navigates the complexities of friendship as she befriends her classmate Natalie, affectionately known as Bluish, who faces the challenges of illness and disability. As Dreenie observes Bluish's resilience and independence, she grapples with her own feelings of fascination and fear about her friend's condition. Through their evolving relationship, the girls learn valuable lessons about compassion, understanding, and the true meaning of friendship.