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Shai misses her beloved Israeli home. English is so weird. And hard. Luckily, Shai has a plan to get back to where she belongs… 
Ages 10+
Pages 256
Publisher Kar-Ben
Last Offered May 2026
Awards
PJ Our Way Author Incentive Award Winner
Sydney Taylor Honor Award

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107 Reviews

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BEST BOOK EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Review by Bigears

This is my favorite book, and it was also really well written

Jun 13, 2026 10:21 PM
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Great book

Review by SprReader

It gives the perspective of someone from another place, and how they feel, it also tells you about the differences between Isreal and America, and is really a good and funny read.

Jun 11, 2026 06:58 AM
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Best book ever!!!!!!!

Review by Doglvr

This is an amazing book and you MUST read it. I liked it because it had so much detail. The story has multiple problems ( which I like ). The ending was happy and cheery. I love how Shai ( the main character ) is funny, kind, brave, and, not to mention, a little bit shy at first. This book is awesome and you should DEFINITELY read it.

Jun 09, 2026 09:38 PM
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The best book ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Review by Bigears

This is literally the best book ever, one of my all-time favorites. :)

Jun 08, 2026 07:40 PM
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Loved it so much

Review by Lightfurybaby

I really liked the book. It was really good, but also really sad. I loved it so much. Definitely recommend it.

Jun 07, 2026 04:39 PM