The Puttermans Are in the House

In this touching middle grade novel by Jacquetta Nammar Feldman, seventh graders Sammy and Matty Putterman navigate the challenges of growing up and family dynamics following a natural disaster. As Matty withdraws from baseball and struggles with a personal secret, Becky Putterman grapples with feelings of exclusion during her upcoming bat mitzvah. When Hurricane Harvey forces their families to live together, the trio faces grief, anger, and uncertainty, but must learn to rely on one another to mend their fractured relationships. This story explores themes of family, resilience, and the importance of support during tough times.