*Nancy Paulsen from Nancy Paulsen Books sent me an advanced copy of Ann Braden's next novel. When I received the book in the mail I was thrilled. I had heard nothing but positive comments about the story. Once I began, I could not stop reading.
What It Is About - FIVE Things You Need to Know:
*Meet Libby, a young girl that comes from a family who doesn't display much love or affection. She loves art and wants to spread the message of love through her art.
*Meet Jack, a young boy living in rural America who attends a small two-room school house. When his school is in danger of losing funds, he embarks on a journey to save his school.
*Meet Vincent, a young boy who is teased for this clothing, love of puffins, and being himself. After finding one of Libby's positive messages, he decides to change his life.
*Meet T, neither a he or a she, and forced to live on the streets. When they meet Vincent, both kids will be changed forever.
*Four different young people, four different lives, one common goal; not only improve their own life, but the lives of others.
What I Thought Of It - Five Observations/Reflections:
*I absolutely adored this novel.
*Once I began reading, I literally could not stop reading. I've never read anything quite like this story.
*At the start up of the story, I was intrigued and interested to see how the four different characters were going to come together and have their stories connect. I was blown away when all was revealed.
*The message, life-lesson, theme of spreading kindness, love, and friendship was crystal clear on each and every page. While reading, I just felt so great about the possibility of our young people and world.
*Ann's writing was beautiful, authentic, and completely engaging. I loved every single thing about the story!
Who Should Read It:
*This upcoming novel needs to be in all elementary and middle-school libraries and classrooms. If used as a read aloud, so many rich and thoughtful discussions would come from it. I hope I have time during the rest of the school year to share the story with my current fourth grade class. Happy Reading!
Rating: 5 STARS out of 5 Stars
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