Hey, Dad, Get A Life!

When a supernatural presence begins doing favors for Kelly and her younger sister Sasha, they realize that the ghost of their dead father has returned to watch over them

Grade 4-7. Kelly knows that she left nine answers blank on the math quiz in Mr. Ratsky's class. But when she gets the test back, she has a perfect score! And that isn't the only weird thing occurring in the Halkit household. Kelly's younger sister, Sasha, wishes that her room would be neat every morning?and suddenly it is. The explanation is scary, but reassuring, too?their deceased dad is back and doing almost everything he did when he was alive. Sasha depends on him for everything and Kelly starts to rely on him too much?for math, for winning plays in soccer, and even for getting the new boy in school to sit next to her. Now if only their mom would believe and accept what is going on, they could almost be like the family they once were. Dealing with grief and the realities of life after death are adroitly handled through the relationship between the girls and their father's ghost. The humor relieves the overwhelming sadness at the loss of a parent and gives those who might have a shared tragedy an opportunity to experience a different type of emotional healing. The author's creative approach, a lighthearted look at a serious topic, makes this story enjoyable; it will also encourage readers to find closure in ways they can understand and appreciate.?Jana R. Fine, Clearwater Public Library System,
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