"Weird Kid" by Greg van Eekhout follows the story of a young boy named Mitchell who feels like an outsider in his world. He possesses strange abilities that set him apart from his peers, such as the ability to communicate with animals and see into the unseen. When he encounters a mysterious new student, he finds himself drawn into a captivating adventure that leads him to understand more about his unique gifts. As Mitchell navigates the challenges of friendship, acceptance, and self-discovery, he learns that being different is not just okay, but can also be a source of strength. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.

This book was published in 2021 by HarperCollins .

Greg van Eekhout lives in San Diego, California, with his astronomy/physics professor wife and two dogs. He's worked as an educational software developer, ice-cream scooper, part-time college instructor, and telemarketer. Being a writer is the only job he's ever actually liked. You can find more about Greg at his website: www. writingandsnacks. com.