Rae, 16 years old, NJ

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Rae is a mother in foster care who is doing her best to navigate parenthood as she continues to grow into a young woman. Rae loves her baby girl deeply and works hard every day to make good choices, learn as a parent, and provide a loving home. When Rae needs a break, she enjoys simple ways to relax and feel like a normal teenager—whether that is watching TikTok, catching up on her favorite TV shows, or enjoying a good nap. Navigating this stage of life comes with challenges, but Rae has a big heart and remains determined to give her daughter a happy future. A little encouragement goes a long way in reminding Rae how well she is doing.

Rae struggles to read but is interested in this series. It is a much lower grade level than she should be at, but her foster parents have assured her that's ok. She is eager to learn. She recently started high school in her new town and likes it a lot. She has already made some friends. But she is insecure about her reading abilities, so she wants to get started on something that will help her do better in the future