Whether it is basketball dreams, family fiascos, first crushes, or new neighborhoods, this bold short story collection - written by some of the best children's authors including Kwame Alexander, Meg Medina, Jacqueline Woodson, and many more and published in partnership with We Need Diverse Books - celebrates the uniqueness and universality in all of us...
"Will resonate with any kid who's ever felt different--which is to say, every kid." -Time
Great stories take flight in this adventurous middle-grade anthology crafted by ten of the most recognizable and diverse authors writing today. Newbery Medalist Kwame Alexander delivers a story in-verse about a boy who just might have magical powers; National Book Award winner Jacqueline Woodson spins a tale of friendship against all odds; and Meg Medina uses wet paint to color in one girl's world with a short story that inspired her Newbery award-winner Merci Suárez Changes Gear. Plus, seven more bold voices that bring this collection to new heights with tales that challenge, inspire, and celebrate the unique talents within us all.
AUTHORS INCLUDE: Kwame Alexander, Kelly J. Baptist, Soman Chainani, Matt de la Peña, Tim Federle, Grace Lin, Meg Medina, Walter Dean Myers, Tim Tingle, Jacqueline Woodson
RECOMMENDED FOR: Middle School
OUR BOOKS ARE LISTED BY AGE GROUP to indicate that the content is engaging and appropriate for those selected ages. PLEASE NOTE: They may not be the appropriate reading level for every individual at those ages or may extend beyond the brackets.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
Publisher: Crown Books for Young Readers
Publish Date: Hardcover - January 03, 2017 / Paperback - August 14, 2018
Pages: 240
Dimensions: Hardcover - 5.5 X 8.4 X 0.9 inches | 0.8 pounds / Paperback - 5.1 X 7.6 X 0.7 inches | 0.35 pounds
Language: English
Type: Hardcover or Paperback
Condition: NEW