Middle school is messy. Friendships change, kids change, and as parents, we can't always jump in and fix it. This book was a helpful reminder to be patient, stay curious, and give our kids space to figure some of it out. What stayed with me was thinking about how middle school fits into both our child's educational and developmental life journey. I recommend it to parents who want perspective on this stage and a reminder that we don't have to solve every difficult moment for our kids.