Realistic fiction is a genre that tells stories that could happen in real life, focusing on believable characters and events.

Melody tries to protect Pacy from the window cleaner, showing her care and support.

Ms. McCurdy advised Pacy to relax, not try too hard, and wait for inspiration.

The kids ate vitamins instead of candy, promoting healthy choices.

They believe they are lucky because they were born in the Chinese Year of the Tiger and it's the Year of the Dog, which they think makes them even luckier.

The Year of the Dog is associated with loyalty, honesty, and friendship in Chinese culture.

Writer's block is a condition where a writer is unable to produce new work or experiences a creative slowdown.