Aleca Zamm Is Ahead Of Her Time

This is a middle-grade fiction with humor and heart, following a resourceful ten-year-old who hides a remarkable talent—the ability to pause time. As she searches for another student with a secret gift at school, she faces a roller-skating birthday party that could expose everything she’s carefully kept hidden. A quirky, teleporting aunt adds a splash of risk and whimsy, making every moment feel larger than life. This warm, adventurous tale is written for readers who love a funny, hopeful journey about growing up and finding your place in a world that’s full of surprises. The reading experience blends lively storytelling with brisk pacing and playful dialogue. The setting—tight friendships tested at a chaotic skating rink—feels close and relatable, inviting readers to ride along through twists, near-misses, and quick-thinking heroics. The narrative carries a gentle sense of mystery as the protagonist weighs how much time-freezing power to reveal, and how to protect the people she cares about while staying true to herself. - A story-driven, humor-filled adventure with a time-twisting twist - A young, determined protagonist who must balance power, friendship, and responsibility - Aunt-like mentor figure whose teleportation adds whimsy and danger to the journey - Perfect for read-aloud sessions or independent reading, with accessible chapters and witty dialogue - Themes of friends