Yolonda's Genius (Paperback)

C. FENNER

ISBN 10: 0689813279 / ISBN 13: 9780689813276

Published by Simon & Schuster, New York, 1997

Paperback. Fifth grader Yolonda is determined to prove that her younger brother is not a slow learner but a true musical genius in this sweet and inspirational Newbery Honor Book. Yolanda is smart, tough, and big for her age. Back in Chicago where they used to live, everyone knew better than to mess with her or her little brother, Andrew. Andrew doesn't talk very much and he can't read, but he can create unbelievable music on the old harmonica their father left him. When Yolanda reads the definition of "genius" in the dictionary, she knows it describes Andrew, and she's determined to convince the world, especially their mother, of Andrew's gift. Then one day when Yolanda's back is turned, the unthinkable happens, and the music stops. Now Yolanda's mission is more important than ever. How can she open people's eyes to Andrew's talent and help him find the music again? After moving from Chicago to Grand River, Michigan, fifth grader Yolonda, big and strong for her age, determines to prove that her younger brother is not a slow learner but a true musical genius. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780689813276

Synopsis:

After moving from Chicago to Grand River, Michigan, fifth grader Yolonda, big and strong for her age, determines to prove that her younger brother is not a slow learner but a true musical genius.

About the Author: Carol Elizabeth Fenner (1929-2002) was an American children's book writer. Fenner's book Gorilla Gorilla won a Christopher Award and The Skates of Uncle Richard a Coretta Scott King Honor. In addition, she won a Newbery Honor in 1996 for Yolonda's Genius.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Yolonda's Genius (Paperback)
Publisher: Simon & Schuster, New York
Publication Date: 1997
Binding: Paperback
Condition: new