Mia Hood

Paloma's Secret Mia Hood

Paloma is a fifth grade star goalie, a best friend, a daughter, and a big sister. As a new school year begins, uncomfortable feelings start to creep up on Paloma, making her feel separate from her loving family. She wants to feel free again-free to enjoyhanging out with her friends and playing goalie on her soccer team. Paloma tries ignoring her sad and anxious feelings, but as they start to show at school, her classmates single her out. Will Paloma be able to find the strength to share her secret?