Lottie Brooks vs The Ultra Mean Girls

What do our readers think of Lottie Brooks vs The Ultra Mean Girls? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children find the friendship drama, family chaos, illustrations and jokes highly entertaining, and many say the story feels relatable and keeps them curious about what happens next. Some children feel that the later parts are more serious and emotional than the earlier comedy, while others recommend reading the previous books first.

What does the Pageticker team say about Lottie Brooks vs The Ultra Mean Girls?

More Lottie Brooks with its lively diary format, illustrations and Katie Kirby’s knack for turning everyday school and family disasters into genuinely funny scenes. Alongside the silliness, the story explores friendship changes, peer pressure and making amends, making it a nice choice for children who enjoy relatable school drama.

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What is Lottie Brooks vs The Ultra Mean Girls about?

Lottie Brooks' world is turned upside down when her best friend Amber joins the Ultra Mean Girl Gang, leaving Lottie and her friends behind. With her mum back at work, a mischievous sister, and a dog causing chaos, Lottie devises a plan to win Amber back and restore their friendship. Join Lottie as she faces mean girls, school injections, and a series of hilariously embarrassing moments.

About the author

Katie Kirby is a writer and illustrator best known for her funny and relatable stories about family life. She created the popular ‘Hurrah for Gin’ books, which many people enjoy for their humour and honesty. Katie uses her creativity to make people smile and enjoys sharing everyday adventures through her words and drawings.

Discussion ideas around Lottie Brooks vs The Ultra Mean Girls

Friendship changes: Why do you think Amber becomes closer to the Ultra Mean Girl Gang, and how does this affect Lottie and her other friends?

Being yourself: Lottie often feels pressure to fit in. What moments show her trying to stay true to herself, and what might you have done in her situation?

Making amends: What makes an apology feel sincere, and what do Lottie and Amber need to do to repair their friendship?

Embarrassing moments: Why can embarrassing experiences feel enormous at the time, and how does humour help Lottie cope with them?

Family responsibilities: How does Mum returning to work change life at home for Lottie, and what would be a fair way for the family to share responsibilities?