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Lily Alone
Book (2011)
Lily isn't home ALONE - but she sort of wishes she was.
When Mum goes off on holiday with her new boyfriend and her stepdad fails to show up, Lily is determined to keep the family together and show they can cope without any grown-ups.
But taking care of 6-year-old twins, her 3-year-old sister and the family's flat feels overwhelming and Lily is worried that school or social services might discover their situation and break up the family.
What could be better than to take all the little ones for a camping adventure in the park? Plenty of space to run about, no carpet to vacuum, and surely no chance anyone will guess they're there . . .
A brilliant story from the bestselling Jacqueline Wilson.
Book (2011)
Lily isn't home ALONE - but she sort of wishes she was.
When Mum goes off on holiday with her new boyfriend and her stepdad fails to show up, Lily is determined to keep the family together and show they can cope without any grown-ups.
But taking care of 6-year-old twins, her 3-year-old sister and the family's flat feels overwhelming and Lily is worried that school or social services might discover their situation and break up the family.
What could be better than to take all the little ones for a camping adventure in the park? Plenty of space to run about, no carpet to vacuum, and surely no chance anyone will guess they're there . . .
A brilliant story from the bestselling Jacqueline Wilson.
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Violence & Gore
An accident leads to hospital treatment; the review also notes an abusive step-parent.
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Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Lily’s mother returns drunk after a night out while Lily has been left caring for the younger children.
Frightening Scenes
Neglect, hiding from adults and entering foster care create distress and uncertainty.
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Positive messages
The children’s predicament invites empathy and discussion of when adult help is essential.
Role models
Lily cares for her siblings but conceals their unsafe situation; their mother is irresponsible.
Representation
The story centres children experiencing neglect and foster care, showing the burden of adult responsibilities on a child.
Learning
Families can discuss child safety, asking for help and caring for siblings.
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