It all started when FG read about “The Book Club Book” in the American Girl Magazine. My friend, Heidi, then sent FG a copy of the book for her birthday and now there is the “Six Chicks Book Club.” One member was missing due to her own “fever” that day:
I love FG’s group of friends ~ they are smart, confident, polite and friendly. I couldn’t have hand-picked a better group even if I could. I’ve been lucky all my life with having wonderful girlfriends and I pray for the same with FG. When other parents mention they’re glad they have a boy instead of a girl because girls are so difficult (I find that a bit rude), I just smile because I KNOW what joy FG brings to us and this book club she started reminds me of how proud I am of her and what she hopes to accomplish.
I was a bit dubious about a Book Club of 10 year olds mostly because as much as I would enjoy joining a book club, I’ve never joined one out of fear of intimidation by the ever present English Lit major who seems to be in every group I’ve been asked to join 😉
FG’s book club members are great readers, attentive and really enjoyed their first selection which was “Fever 1793″ by Laurie Halse Anderson:
I did read the book so I could help FG with some of the discussion questions but, not wanting to intrude, I stayed out of the way during their meeting. The book was interesting and, even though it was recommended for a higher grade level, the girls had no trouble comprehending the story line. Each girl wrote a letter to the author and I finally found her snail mail address on her website here. It turns out she has a website and a blog called Mad Woman in the Forest. I particularly enjoyed her blog and will be checking it often. She lives less than 45 minutes from us so maybe one day FG and her book club will have a chance to meet her at one of the book signings or school visits in the area. Although according to her website she’s a little too busy for school visits and only speaks at conventions.
Next book on the list to read for the book club is: The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle by Avi-writer. (Historical Adventure)
Displaced Beachbums 
Thanks everyone for your encouraging coments ~
as for Craver:
not to worry, the book club is SOCIAL. The girls only spend a half hour or so on the book and then it’s playtime. They love it.
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i dont know but you girls are a little young to have a book club! maybe you should be normal and socialize about your friends. not about some old books. BE A KID FOR 1nce!!!!
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I love the fact that FG has done this. Books are wonderful and much more fun and challenging than watching television. It’s also wonderful that she has found a group of friends who feel the same. I think that I am spoiled having been around so many strong and confident women the past few years, but I am very greatful. The friends who challenge and encourage us are the best accessories that any girl can have.
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I am enormously impressed by your girl and her friends!!! That is so great.
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Isn’t it so refreshing when they pick great friends? I love L’s group as well.
On another note, as the mother of a boy and a girl – boys are no easier than girls. Each have their own set of dramas and each brings their own rewards. Besides, you’ve got one great girl!
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Yes FG is doing a good job with her friends and they all seem to get along so well.
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