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In "The Popularity Papers," Lydia and Julie, best friends, explore the complex world of social dynamics as they strive for popularity in middle school. They take notes in a journal, studying the behaviors of the popular kids, hoping to emulate their success. Lydia's unexpected triumph in a school play leads to unforeseen challenges, particularly when a dare from Lisa threatens her friendship with Julie. This engaging story highlights themes of friendship, self-discovery, and the pursuit of social status. Discover the trials and triumphs of adolescence through Lydia and Julie's eyes!
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The Popularity Papers By: Lauren Written by :Amy Ignatow
Title: The Popularity Papers –Research for the Social Improvement and General Betterment of Lydia and Julie.
Author: Amy Ignatow
Settings: • School • Lydia’s house • Julie’s house • Theater • Knitting store • Field Hockey Court • Roland’s house • Gretchen’s house • Lake • 5th Grade Camp • Eskrima (stick-fighting) • At Lisa’s House • Art Club
Characters Major Characters Minor Characters Lydia There are no minor characters Julie Roland Chuck Lisa Melody Jane Sukie Dad Papa Dad Gretchen Dee
Characters Traits Lydia: Nice(in beginning of book) Julie: Nice Roland: Nice Chuck: nice Lisa: mean, calm(when doing art) Melody: nice, helpful Jane: Mean, nice when Gretchen is nice Sukie: Nice, Shy Dad: helpful Papa Dad: helpful Gretchen: nice Dee: nice to field hockey girls
Plot (Summary) Lydia and Julie are best friends and there trying to be popular and they write down in a journal what the popular do. Like school plays Jane always wins them but this time Lydia wins and she becomes a popular. Then Lisa dare Lydia to do something and now they(Lydia and Julia)are no longer best friends. Read the book to find out more.
How many pages? 206 pages