When the school bell rings at 3:00, that is when the best stories happen. Stories about the power of spare change, the importance of watching where you are going, the security of having a friend who always has your back, and more. In a series of vignettes, Reynolds gives us 10 tales covering the complicated lives of kids who live on 10 blocks in the same neighborhood. Each story is a brilliant gem that shines a light on the real lives of kids. Some tales will make you chuckle, and others will have you reaching for a tissue. Reynolds, a genius storyteller, has once again created a book that appeals to all ages: upper elementary, middle school, high school, and adults will not be able to help stepping into the shoes of each of these characters. It is also whiplash fast read that you cannot put down. Jason Reynolds is magic, and this latest work reinforces this. Highly, highly recommended!
Look Both Ways by Jason Reynolds
When the school bell rings at 3:00, that is when the best stories happen. Stories about the power of spare change, the importance of watching where you are going, the security of having a friend who always has your back, and more. In a series of vignettes, Reynolds gives us 10 tales covering the complicated lives of kids who live on 10 blocks in the same neighborhood. Each story is a brilliant gem that shines a light on the real lives of kids. Some tales will make you chuckle, and others will have you reaching for a tissue. Reynolds, a genius storyteller, has once again created a book that appeals to all ages: upper elementary, middle school, high school, and adults will not be able to help stepping into the shoes of each of these characters. It is also whiplash fast read that you cannot put down. Jason Reynolds is magic, and this latest work reinforces this. Highly, highly recommended!
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AuthorMs. Smith has been the librarian at Washington HS in Sioux Falls, SD, since 2005. She enjoys reading, watching K-Dramas, Harry Potter and hanging out with her family. Archives
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