53 pages • 1 hour read
Carrie FirestoneDress Coded
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2020A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Dress Coded by Carrie Firestone follows Molly Frost, an eighth-grade student who starts a podcast to protest her middle school’s unfair dress code after seeing many girls, including a classmate named Olivia, receive unjust violations. Molly’s podcast gains momentum, and with the help of her friends and supporters, they challenge the discriminatory dress code, advocating for change through peaceful protest, revealing systemic sexism and fostering solidarity among female students. This book mentions a school shooting and depicts sexism, racism, ableism, body shaming, and addiction.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Carrie Firestone’s Dress Coded is praised for its timely and relatable take on school dress codes and activism, with engaging writing and strong character development. Critics appreciate the book’s focus on social justice and teenage empowerment. However, some found the plot predictable and felt that certain characters lacked depth. Overall, it’s lauded for its impactful message.
Who Should Read Dress Coded?
Readers who would enjoy Dress Coded by Carrie Firestone are likely middle school to young adult enthusiasts interested in social justice, school activism, and female empowerment. Comparable books include Restart by Gordon Korman and New Kid by Jerry Craft for their themes of school challenges and resilience.
RecommendedReading Age
10-14yearsLexile Level
760LBook Details
Realistic Fiction
Gender / Feminism
Social Justice
Relationships: Friendship
Values/Ideas: Equality
Relationships: Family