Drums, Girls & Dangerous Pie

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Jordan Sonnenblick’s Drums, Girls & Dangerous Pie follows 13-year-old Steven Alper, a budding drummer whose world is turned upside down when his younger brother, Jeffrey, is diagnosed with leukemia. Told with equal parts humor and heart, this coming-of-age story captures Steven’s emotional journey as he balances middle school life, family responsibilities, and self-discovery in the face of crisis. This pack offers students visual storytelling tools to explore key emotional and narrative beats - ranging from school band practice to hospital visits - while emphasizing themes of empathy, resilience, and growth. Apply the keyword #Drums, Girls & Dangerous Pie to access all content from this pack in the Comic Maker, and bring this powerful story of love and maturity to life.