Stargirl

Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli is a novel that explores themes of conformity, kindness, and identity through the story of Stargirl Caraway, a unique and free-spirited girl who attends high school for the first time after being homeschooled.

The book follows her relationship with Leo, a shy student who struggles with the societal pressures of being associated with Stargirl.

As Stargirl navigates her new environment, she faces both admiration and rejection, ultimately teaching Leo valuable lessons about being true to oneself.