Wedding Drama (Nikki and Deja) - Hardcover

English, Karen

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0547615647 ISBN 13: 9780547615646

Publisher: Clarion Books, 2012

Synopsis

Ms. Shelby is getting married! As the girls in Nikki and Deja’s class compete over who can plan the best imaginary wedding for their teacher, Nikki excitedly throws herself into preparations for the real thing. But Deja is not so enthusiastic. Her Auntie Dee has been temporarily laid off from her job, and Deja is worried. What will happen now that she can no longer afford a new dress and special hairdo? Will Nikki leave her best friend behind while she shops and primps? Will Deja be able to get over her jealousy and enjoy the celebration anyway?

This is a charming entry in a chapter book series praised for its accessibility, authenticity, and humor.

About this title

Review:

"English manages to convey both the trials that best friends sometimes put each other through as well as how easy it can be to get the relationship back on track. A former teacher herself, English fondly depicts these tried-and-true dynamics." --Booklist

About the Author:

Karen English is a Coretta Scott King Honor Award-winning author who lives in Los Angeles, California. Her books about Nikki and Deja have been praised for their accessible writing, authentic characters, and satisfying story lines.
     Karen is a retired elementary school teacher who taught in urban neighborhoods for many years, and she wrote these stories with her students in mind.

Laura Freeman has illustrated several books for children. Her artwork has also appeared in publications such as the New York Times and New York magazine.
      Laura grew up in New York City and now lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with her husband and two children. Her drawings for the Nikki and Deja books were inspired by her own childhood.

About this edition

• Publisher: Clarion Books
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 0547615647
• ISBN 13: 9780547615646
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 108
• Illustrator: Freeman Laura