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Nobody knows what to make of the new boy in Frannieas class. Not only does he look different, but heas kind to everyone, he refuses to fight, and he doesnat even seem to mind when the other kids nickname him Jesus Boy. But as winter progresses, Frannie realizes that sheas starting to see a whole lot of things in a new light: her brotheras deafness, her motheras fear, her friend Samanthaas faith, their classmate Trevoras anger, and her own desire for hopeaathe thing with feathers.a And itas all because of Jesus Boyas differences . . . and his friendship.
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aWoodsonas novel skillfully weaves in the music and events surrounding the rising opposition to the Vietnam War, giving this timeless story depth. She raises important questions about God, racial segregation, and issues surrounding the hearing impaired with a light and thoughtful touch.a a"Publishers Weekly"
About the Author:
Born on February 12th in Columbus, Ohio, Jacqueline Woodson grew up in Greenville, South Carolina, and Brooklyn, New York and graduated from college with a B.A. in English. She now writes full-time and has recently received the Margaret A. Edwards Award for lifetime achievement in writing for young adults. Her other awards include a Newbery Honor, two Coretta Scott King awards, two National Book Award finalists, and the Los Angeles Times Book Prize. Although she spends most of her time writing, Woodson also enjoys reading the works of emerging writers and encouraging young people to write, spending time with her friends and her family, and sewing. Jacqueline Woodson currently resides in Brooklyn, New York.
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- PublisherPerfection Learning
- Publication date2010
- ISBN 10 1606866540
- ISBN 13 9781606866542
- BindingLibrary Binding
- Number of pages118
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