Wendy Mass

In the book "Finally" by Wendy Mass, the antagonist is Rory Swenson, a boy who has a crush on the main character Rory. Throughout the story, he causes conflicts and obstacles for the protagonist, leading to the climax and resolution of the book.

The main characters in the novel "Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life" by Wendy Mass are Jeremy Fink, a 12-year-old boy who receives a mysterious box on his birthday containing four keys, and Lizzy Muldoun, his best friend who helps him unlock the secrets of the box. Other key characters include Jeremy's father, mother, and the quirky Mrs. Oswald who runs a unique antiques store.

In the book "Finally" by Wendy Mass, Rory Swenson deals with conflicts related to growing up, finding her place within her family, and navigating friendships and relationships with her peers. She also struggles with balancing her own desires with the expectations and pressures placed on her by others.

In "Finally" by Wendy Mass, the main conflict revolves around the protagonist Rory's struggle with the idea of growing up and facing the changes that come with it. Rory must navigate her feelings about leaving childhood behind, while also grappling with the pressure to conform to societal expectations and responsibilities. Ultimately, the story explores themes of self-discovery and embracing the journey of growing up.

Do you remember when your parents used to tell you "wait until you're 12" or "waiting until you're 16"? You were, no doubt, just like Rory Swenson and created a list of things you would "someday" be able to do or have. FINALLY, that day has arrived for Rory.

Being 12, means being on the edge of her teen years. Rory can hardly sleep the night before. She's thinking of her list - getting a cell phone, getting her ears pierced, getting a pet, and getting to go to her first boy/girl party. Those are just a few of the things she is excited about finally being about to do.

Let's take the cell phone. She can't believe it's true when she finds the box that looks like it's her dream come true. Imagine her disappointment when she opens it to find a cell phone, but not the one she's dreamed of. Instead, this is an ugly thing with two buttons. Count them! Just two buttons! One to call home and the other to call 911. WT*! Leave it to her parents to give her her second present which is a box filled with cell phone brochures and calling plans. They confess the two button phone is some sort of sick joke, and then tell her since the phone will be her responsibility, she must investigate all the choices and make a presentation about which are the best and then they'll make the purchase.

Next, imagine Rory getting her cell phone and managing to lose it in 15 minutes before they've even left the mall where it was purchased. Yep, that's how being 12 begins for Rory.

FINALLY is one girl's experience as she reaches the magical age where everything seems possible. Whatever can go wrong, does. There are incidents involving leg shaving, make-up, being home alone, and contact lenses, just to name a few. Author Wendy Mass captures the frustration of pre-teens as they reach the magical time that allows them to begin experiencing tidbits from the grown-up world. FINALLY will have readers laughing, nodding in agreement, and sighing in sympathy as they follow Rory's tale of reaching 12.

Accelerated Reader (AR) is a widely-used reading program that includes a database of quizzes on books which schools can use to assess student understanding. The availability of a quiz for "Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life" on AR would depend on whether it has been specifically included in the AR quiz database. You would need to check with the AR program or your school's librarian to see if a quiz for this specific book is available.

"Finally" by Wendy Mass is a contemporary fiction novel aimed at middle-grade readers. It explores themes of friendship, family, and growing up in a relatable and engaging way.

This book is about best friends Amanda Ellerby and Leo Fitzpatrick. They were born on the exact same day in the exact same hospital, and when by chance, during their first birthday, their party reservations turn out to be in the exact same spot, Leo and Amanda start celebrating every birthday together. Up until their 10th birthday, when Amanda overhears Leo saying that he only hangs out with her because she has no other friends. Amanda gets so upset that she ends up giving Leo the cold shoulder for one entire year. When it's finally Amanda's 11th birthday, it's the first time ever she and Leo will be having separate parties. And with totally messing up her cheerleading tryouts, it's one of Amanda's worst days ever. Amanda is 100% relieved when the horrible day is finally over. But when her alarm clock beeps the next day, when it's supposed to be Saturday, it's that Friday all over again. It turns out Leo is experiencing this as well, but everybody else is completely oblivious. Amanda and Leo realized that they are both going through the same thing. That's when Amanda and Leo become friends again. Although that is an upside they're still reliving the same day over. They find out that the same thing happened to their great grandparents went through the same thing. A women named Angelina told them that they have to remain talking to each other or else they will relive the same day over and over again. When they were five for their birthday they got a plant. The plant will protect them from this until they are 18. After the curse was gone they remained friends and had promised each other that they will always keep in touch no matter what!

The conflict in "Every Soul a Star" revolves around three teenagers who must navigate their personal desires and ambitions against the backdrop of a solar eclipse that brings them together at the Moon Shadow Campground. Each character faces internal conflicts related to their identities, relationships, and aspirations as they come to terms with change and growth.

In the book "13 Gifts" by Wendy Mass, Tara is a supporting character who is friends with the main character, Tara Brennan. She is part of the group of friends who help Tara on her birthday adventure, and she provides support and friendship throughout the story.

Here are two examples of similes in the book "Every Soul a Star" by Wendy Mass:

1. "Heard a tree fall in the forest; it was a distant, bloated explosion."
2. "Behind them, a glistening expanse of smooth granite lay like a gift from the ancients."

Change: each character goes through different levels of change in their lives whether its moving or experiencing new things each character learns how to adapt to a rather different part of their typical life.

In "The Candymakers" by Wendy Mass, the rising actions include the four main characters working together to create their candy creations for the contest, the mystery surrounding Logan and the missing formula, the increasing tension among the characters as secrets are revealed, and the unexpected twists that challenge their friendship and trust.

"11 Birthdays" by Wendy Mass is a contemporary fiction novel for middle-grade readers. It combines elements of realistic fiction, fantasy, and a touch of magical realism as it follows two characters who are stuck in a time loop on their shared birthday.

The state of being which begins with generation, birth, or germination, and ends with death; also, the time during which this state continues; that state of an animal or plant in which all or any of its organs are capable of performing all or any of their functions; -- used of all animal and vegetable organisms., Of human beings: The union of the soul and body; also, the duration of their union; sometimes, the deathless quality or existence of the soul; as, man is a creature having an immortal life., The potential principle, or force, by which the organs of animals and plants are started and continued in the performance of their several and cooperative functions; the vital force, whether regarded as physical or spiritual., Figuratively: The potential or animating principle, also, the period of duration, of anything that is conceived of as resembling a natural organism in structure or functions; as, the life of a state, a machine, or a book; authority is the life of government., A certain way or manner of living with respect to conditions, circumstances, character, conduct, occupation, etc.; hence, human affairs; also, lives, considered collectively, as a distinct class or type; as, low life; a good or evil life; the life of Indians, or of miners., Animation; spirit; vivacity; vigor; energy., That which imparts or excites spirit or vigor; that upon which enjoyment or success depends; as, he was the life of the company, or of the enterprise., The living or actual form, person, thing, or state; as, a picture or a description from the life., A person; a living being, usually a human being; as, many lives were sacrificed., The system of animal nature; animals in general, or considered collectively., An essential constituent of life, esp. the blood., A history of the acts and events of a life; a biography; as, Johnson wrote the life of Milton., Enjoyment in the right use of the powers; especially, a spiritual existence; happiness in the favor of God; heavenly felicity., Something dear to one as one's existence; a darling; -- used as a term of endearment.

In the book "Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life" by Wendy Mass, Lizzy is 12 years old.

Amanda Ellerby in "11 Birthdays" is portrayed as responsible, caring, and determined. She is shown as a loyal friend who values her relationships and is willing to make sacrifices for her loved ones. Amanda also demonstrates resilience and a positive attitude in overcoming challenges.

The climax of "The Candymakers" by Wendy Mass is when the four main characters work together to solve the mystery of the missing candy recipe, and they uncover the truth about what really happened on the day of the candy contest. This pivotal moment brings resolution to the story and changes the characters' lives.

Well I'm doing a book report on it and it seems pretty easy but its a lot of work...

if its due soon go for an easier book with fewer pages but not under the page limit... but if its not due until a few mouths then go for it because the more you right the more credit you can get...

The theme of "11 Birthdays" by Wendy Mass revolves around friendship, forgiveness, and the power of second chances. The book explores the idea of breaking free from past mistakes and learning to appreciate the present moment.

Yes! I loved this book! It was very good and fun to read. I suggest all ages to read it. It was easy for me and I'm a 5th grader, but the author made it very easy to understand and it was kind of exciting because you never knew what Leo and Amanda would do :)

As of my last update, Wendy Mass has received multiple awards for her work in children's literature, including the Schneider Family Book Award and the Newberry Honor.

Miles won the contest in the book "The Candymakers" by Wendy Mass.

he finds the keys when Mr. Oswald gives him a suitcase and it is filled with keys. Jermey and friend Lizzie goes through the keys to find all 4 keys, but Lizzie keeps the last key so she can give it to jermey on his 13th birthday.

1: a name and a family unit and a comfort object

2: N/A

3: N/A

4: A jacket with buttons down the back

5: N/A

6: N/A

7: N/A

8: A jacket that buttons down the front with a pocket

9: Bike

10: Haircut

11: Package with underwear (girls) or pants (boys)

12: Job assignment (or selection)