Out of My Shell by Jenny Goebel is a heartwarming middle-grade novel about grief, healing, and discovering unexpected friendships. 
After her parents’ divorce, Olivia is sent to spend the summer with her grandmother in Florida. Sad, withdrawn, and struggling to adjust, she’s certain it will be the worst summer of her life—until she discovers a sea turtle nest on the beach.
 
As Olivia becomes involved in protecting the endangered turtles, she begins to find her own sense of purpose and connection. With the help of new friends and the rhythm of the sea, Olivia learns that even the hardest changes can lead to growth.
 
⭐ Why You’ll Love It
A sensitive and heartfelt story about coping with family change.
Inspires environmental awareness through sea turtle conservation.
Beautiful summer setting in coastal Florida.
Relatable protagonist for middle-grade readers.
 
🎯 Perfect For
Middle-grade readers who enjoy realistic, heartfelt stories.
Classrooms and libraries seeking books with environmental themes.
Young readers coping with divorce or big life changes.
Fans of books like Rules by Cynthia Lord or The Thing About Jellyfish by Ali Benjamin.