Dybbuk

The dybbuk is a symbol of grief. Although he is a mischievous spirit who wreaks havoc for the first half of the book, it is later revealed that Aviva imagined him to cope with the loss of her father.

Mikvah

The mikvah is a symbol of purity. Married women use the mikvah to cleanse themselves after their periods.

Machanayim

Machanayim is a symbol of belonging. Aviva feels out of place at school, but she loves playing machanayim with her peers because she is good at the game.

New Skirt

The new skirt is a symbol of Aviva's poverty. She wants to babysit so that she can help her mother pay for a new school skirt since her old one is ripped.

Scavenger Hunt

The scavenger hunt is a symbol of connection. Aviva and Kayla design the game for the party, and it helps bring them back...