Navigating the social shifts of upper primary and early secondary school can feel intimidating for children. Between social pressures, fitting in, and trying to figure out who they are, young readers often retreat into phones and gaming apps for hours at a time. Finding books that capture the genuine emotional ups and downs of middle school life without feeling preachy or dated can be difficult. Acclaimed graphic novelist Svetlana Chmakova provides the ultimate antidote with her universally beloved school life stories.

The Berrybrook Middle School Box Set gathers all three hit graphic novels alongside a dedicated creative journal in one complete slipcase. Step into Awkward, where new girl Peppi makes an embarrassing first-day mistake and has to navigate a hilarious club rivalry between the art geeks and the science club. Continue with Brave, following daydreamer Jensen as he confronts subtle bullying and discovers his