This bright literary work is packed with well-researched and well-written biographical notes on Haring’s short life and the impact he made on the art world and public art. An ideal choice for primary school through high school libraries, especially ones geographically represented in the story (New York, Pennsylvania).
A surefire recommendation all around, this title will be of particular interest to readers seeking excellent historical fiction, survival stories, family drama, or a good tearjerker. Librarians and teachers should be aware that a character suffers a protracted illness and then dies from pneumonia.
With its diverse, fully-realized cast of characters and inventive world-building, this complex adventure quest is a rare treat for fantasy lovers and those who believe in magic.
This is an amazing debut full of heart, authenticity, and courage. A recommended first purchase for libraries serving middle graders and teens.
This is a must for every library. By giving children the ability to articulate what’s happening to them, this engaging read-aloud will help children overcome their fears and confidently face all obstacles. How empowering!
This imaginative story is highly recommended for purchase. It promotes education about endangered species and includes an abundant message of hope.
Hocking leaves readers eager to know more. Read-alikes include the works of J.R.R. Tolkien and Maggie Stiefvater. A recommended purchase for school libraries as well; there is no sex or drugs.
Combining sword-and-sorcery RPG elements with social justice themes, this is a must-have for all collections.
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