*I was able to get an electronic advanced reading copy of Leslie Connor's upcoming middle-grade novel. This ARC came from NetGalley. I was excited to the story as I had begun to see positive comments and reviews on social media. Leslie Connor is one of my favorite middle-grade authors and I have read and used all of her previous books with my students.
What It Is About - FIVE Things You Need to Know:
*Aurora and Frenchie are best friends, but couldn't be more different from each other. While Aurora is loud, opinionated, and open; Frenchie is non-verbal and lives mostly in his own world.
*They met in third grade and have been in the same class ever since. That is until they start sixth grade and learn they will be in different classes.
*Aurora has a special knack when it comes to communicating with Frenchie. She gives a lot, but also receives so much from her best friend.
*With the class separation, Aurora finds herself with a new dynamic and the possibility of new friendships.
*One morning, Frenchie doesn't arrive in his classroom which sends Aurora, the school staff, and the entire community in search of this very special boy.
What I Thought Of It - Five Observations/Reflections:
*As soon as I began the story, I knew it was going to be one special reading experience.
What I Thought Of It - Five Observations/Reflections:
*As soon as I began the story, I knew it was going to be one special reading experience.
*I immediately feel in love with the character Aurora who brought smiles, laughs, and a few emotional moments.
*Frenchie was quite a special young man and I was fascinated by his world, communication, and friendship with Aurora.
*There were so many incredible connections between the townspeople, animals, and nature. Leslie is the master of weaving all these elements together.
*The characters, plot, and setting were all perfect and I can't wait to share the story with my fourth graders during the upcoming school year.
Who Should Read It:
*As with all of Leslie's novels, this new one will be perfect for fourth, fifth, and sixth grade classrooms. I believe it will make for a perfect class read aloud. Readers in seventh and eighth grade will also adore the story of Aurora and Frenchie. Adult readers who read middle-grade stories, MUST read the book. I know they will enjoy as much as I did. Happy Reading!
Rating: 5 STARS out of 5 Stars
Who Should Read It:
*As with all of Leslie's novels, this new one will be perfect for fourth, fifth, and sixth grade classrooms. I believe it will make for a perfect class read aloud. Readers in seventh and eighth grade will also adore the story of Aurora and Frenchie. Adult readers who read middle-grade stories, MUST read the book. I know they will enjoy as much as I did. Happy Reading!
Rating: 5 STARS out of 5 Stars
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