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Elusive Common Sense by Betts Arney
Dive into the world of Alex Kelley, age eleven (soon to be twelve!) as she navigates friends, family, caring for her pet kitty, and growing up in the 1960s!
Winner 2025 Children's Book International Award
Elusive Common Sense has been recognized for its powerful impact on young readers.
This engaging novel supports key literacy skills while helping kids navigate friendships, family, and growing up.
Perfect for classrooms and families alike, it’s also a valuable resource for social-emotional learning, encouraging self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decision-making through an engaging story kids can truly connect with.
What Readers Are Saying
"Alex doesn’t sit around feeling sorry for herself–which I really appreciate in a protagonist. She takes on problems head-on, thinking them through and learning as she goes. You really get to see her grow, and it’s so easy to root for her every step of the way."
- Katie Leigh
"The book will appeal to upper elementary and middle school students. The writing is funny, highly entertaining, and a real page-turner."
- AnneMarie Gouveia
