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Book Synopsis: Whether it is basketball dreams, family fiascos, first crushes, or new neighborhoods, this bold short story collection—written by some of the best children’s authors including Kwame Alexander, Meg Medina, Jacqueline Woodson, and many more and published in partnership with We Need Diverse Books—celebrates the uniqueness and universality in all of us. "Will resonate with any kid who's ever felt different—which is to say, every kid."—Time
Great stories take flight in this adventurous middle-grade anthology crafted by ten of the most recognizable and diverse authors writing today. Newbery Medalist Kwame Alexander delivers a story in-verse about a boy who just might have magical powers; National Book Award winner Jacqueline Woodson spins a tale of friendship against all odds; and Meg Medina uses wet paint to color in one girl’s world with a short story that inspired her Newbery award-winner Merci Suárez Changes Gear. Plus, seven more bold voices that bring this collection to new heights with tales that challenge, inspire, and celebrate the unique talents within us all.
AUTHORS INCLUDE: Kwame Alexander, Kelly J. Baptist, Soman Chainani, Matt de la Peña, Tim Federle, Grace Lin, Meg Medina, Walter Dean Myers, Tim Tingle, Jacqueline Woodson
“There’s plenty of magic in this collection to go around.”—Booklist, Starred “A natural for middle school classrooms and libraries.”—Kirkus Reviews, Starred “Inclusive, authentic, and eminently readable.”—School Library Journal, Starred “Thought provoking and wide-ranging . . . should not be missed.”—Publishers Weekly, Starred “Read more books by these authors.”—The Bulletin, Starred
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Discover a world of imagination and adventure with Flying Lessons & Other Stories! This mesmerizing short story collection is written by some of the best children's authors in the industry, including Kwame Alexander, Meg Medina, and Jacqueline Woodson. With each story, you'll embark on a journey that celebrates the uniqueness and universality within all of us. From basketball dreams to family fiascos, first crushes to new neighborhoods, these captivating tales will resonate with every child, no matter their background or experiences.
Experience the magic of storytelling through diverse voices. With this anthology crafted by ten renowned and diverse authors, you'll be transported to different worlds and connect with characters who challenge, inspire, and celebrate their unique talents. Newbery Medalist Kwame Alexander takes readers on a poetic adventure with a boy who may just possess magical powers. National Book Award winner Jacqueline Woodson weaves a tale of friendship against all odds. And Meg Medina uses the power of art to color one girl's world in a story that inspired her award-winning novel Merci Suárez Changes Gear. Alongside these remarkable stories, seven more bold voices join in, taking this collection to new heights.
Don't miss out on the enchantment. Booklist praises Flying Lessons & Other Stories, stating, "There's plenty of magic in this collection to go around." Kirkus Reviews raves that it's "a natural for middle school classrooms and libraries." School Library Journal describes it as "inclusive, authentic, and eminently readable." Publishers Weekly adds that it's "thought-provoking and wide-ranging... should not be missed." The Bulletin encourages readers to delve into this extraordinary collection by saying, "Read more books by these authors."
Take flight into the world of Flying Lessons & Other Stories. Embrace diversity, celebrate unique talents, and discover the power of storytelling. Order your copy today and let your imagination soar!
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