Like Pickle Juice on a Cookie

Written by Julie Sternberg · Illustrated by Matthew Cordell

Part of the Eleanor series

Eleanor faces a summer of change when her beloved babysitter moves away.

4.5/7 Bookroo expert·3.9/5 Goodreads · 2,379 ratings

128 pages· 7,485 words· Est. 1 hour read· 570L

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Bookroo's summary

Nine-year-old Eleanor's world shifts when her cherished babysitter, Bibi, moves away to care for her father. Struggling with a new, imperfect babysitter, Eleanor navigates a summer of loss and adaptation. As the school year approaches, she learns that distance can't erase the bonds of friendship. Will Eleanor find comfort in new beginnings, or will the absence of Bibi cast a shadow over her days? This heartfelt tale explores the bittersweet journey of growing up and the enduring connections that shape us.

From the publisher

When nine-year-old Eleanor’s beloved babysitter Bibi moves away to care for her ailing father, Eleanor must spend the summer adjusting to a new babysitter while mourning the loss of her old one.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 128
Words: 7,485
Reading age: 8–12
Audience: Middle Grade
Lexile: 570L

Themes & topics

Books about friendship Books about self-esteem Books about social themes Books about self-esteem and self-reliance Books about feelings and emotions

What readers & critics say

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4.5

“This is a great book to talk about a friend moving away and working through changes in life for children. I love how simple this book is, written in verse, with short lines and chapters. It's an easy read and has some drawings along the way, too. Overall, I'd say this book is good, but not great, and I'd mostly recommend it as a fun, easy read and for kids who have a friend move or could use a story about such nice babysitters. :)”

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