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Novel • Fiction
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Children`s Literature•
EducationSuburbia • Contemporary
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Equality•
Family•
Social Justice•
Education2020
Putnam
Middle grade
10-14 years
760L
Dress Coded by Carrie Firestone follows Molly Frost, an eighth-grade student who starts a podcast to protest her middle school’s unfair dress code after seeing many girls, including a classmate named Olivia, receive unjust violations. Molly’s podcast gains momentum, and with the help of her friends and supporters, they challenge the discriminatory dress code, advocating for change through peaceful protest, revealing systemic sexism and fostering solidarity among female students. This book mentions a school shooting and depicts sexism, racism, ableism, body shaming, and addiction.
Inspirational
Contemplative
Heartwarming
Challenging
Hopeful
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Carrie Firestone’s Dress Coded is praised for its timely and relatable take on school dress codes and activism, with engaging writing and strong character development. Critics appreciate the book’s focus on social justice and teenage empowerment. However, some found the plot predictable and felt that certain characters lacked depth. Overall, it’s lauded for its impactful message.
Readers who would enjoy Dress Coded by Carrie Firestone are likely middle school to young adult enthusiasts interested in social justice, school activism, and female empowerment. Comparable books include Restart by Gordon Korman and New Kid by Jerry Craft for their themes of school challenges and resilience.
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Molly's older brother in the eleventh grade who struggles with vaping addiction, affecting their family dynamics.
One of Molly's closest friends who is passionate about lacrosse and supports Molly's podcast and dress code protest.
A talented artist among Molly's close friends who helps with making posters for the dress code protest.
Comes from a wealthy family and was once close to Molly but drifts apart due to differing views on the podcast and protest.
A former friend of Molly's who experiences being dress coded, sparking Molly's activism.
An old friend of Molly's who reconnects with her through the dress code protest efforts.
Starts middle school as a close friend of Molly, with whom she eventually reconnects through shared activism.
Molly's supportive neighbor and best friend who offers comfort and has discussions about the dress code impact on boys.
A classmate of Molly's with cerebral palsy, whose growing friendship with Molly highlights themes of inclusion and kindness.
A fellow student who suffered a traumatic brain injury and is supported by Molly and her friends in overcoming exclusion.
336
Novel • Fiction
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Children`s Literature•
EducationSuburbia • Contemporary
•
Equality•
Family•
Social Justice•
Education2020
Putnam
Middle grade
10-14 years
760L
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