Morgy Makes His Move Book

Morgy MacDougal-MacDuff hates being the new kid in a new school in a new town in a new state. Each day brings more things to get used to, from weird Boston accents to surviving the blizzard of the century to facing Ferguson, bully extraordinaire. Gradually, though, Morgy begins to figure out life in Puckett Corner, Massachusetts, and learns that he just might fit in after all.

Children's Literature

Morgy hates being the new kid in school. He and his family have moved from California to Puckett Corner, Massachusetts and Morgy is having trouble fitting in. Morgy's first day of school ends with him being both lost and stuck in a tree with his pet cat. A bully named Ferguson begins to pick on Morgy every day at recess. Ferguson continues to torment Morgy when he tries to master the game of ice hockey. Ferguson does everything he can to make Morgy's life difficult. To make matters worse, Morgy's coach demotes him from the ten-and-under team to the seven-and-unders where he is the oldest kid on the ice. Meanwhile, Morgy and his family have to adapt to the cold winters of New England. Thanksgiving brings the blizzard of the century. Gradually Morgy finds his place not only in Puckett Corner but also in his family. The birth of twin sisters helps Morgy to see that he does fit in and has a place in his new hometown. This is an excellent story for children dealing with the after effects of moving. It's a lighthearted story with complimentary illustrations that enhance the plot.