2/22/2015
I loved this book. The smooth ease of the verse, the visual design of each page, and the emotional impact of the story create an especially rich reading experience. The integrity of this creative work comes through loud and clear. I was surprised at the age of the boys; without the book’s specific references I would have assumed they were high school students rather than 8th graders. No surprise that it won the Newbery medal; it will be a special pleasure to share this book with young people.
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