Miracle on 49th Street

by Mike Lupica · Grade 5-8 · Ages Ages 10-14

Molly Parker is a brave 12-year-old who believes basketball star Josh Cameron is her father. With help from a friend, she tries to get close enough to tell him the truth and find the family she’s been missing.

Key vocabulary

  • A wonderful surprise that feels almost impossible.

  • Not giving up, even when something is hard.

  • A famous person, like an actor, singer, or sports star.

  • A large place where people watch sports, concerts, or shows.

  • A person who finds out news and tells it to others.

  • An adult who takes care of a child and helps keep them safe.

  • Time spent working on a skill so you can get better at it.

  • Something someone keeps hidden or tells only a few people.