New York City

The characters in the novel live in modern-day New York City. All the students in class like the energy and excitement of the city.

Broadway

Broadway is the famed New York avenue known for its theater district, among other things. The girls decide to make Broadway the subject of their class project, and Dreenie snaps several photographs of the street for their poster.

Lucky

Lucky is Bluish's puppy dog. Bluish is allowed to take the small dog to class and keep him in her lap. Bluish takes comfort in the dog's warmth and presence.

Knit Cap

Bluish wears a knit cap to cover her head that has become bald from chemotherapy. While in the hospital, Bluish learned how to knit the caps, and she makes knit caps as gifts for the entire class.

Classic Eight

Classic eight is the name given to the elegant and...