Author: Ralph Fletcher
Age Range: 9 - 14 yearsGrade Level: 4 - 9
Lexile Measure: 700
Hardcover: 208 pages
Publisher: Henry Holt and Co. (BYR) (November 13, 2018)
ISBN: 1627795243
Details:
A heartfelt middle grade companion to Marshfield Dreams that captures the boyhood years of twelve-year-old Ralph Fletcher in relatable episodes of everyday disappointments and triumphs.
As the oldest of nine kids, Ralph was often cast as another parent to his siblings rather than as an older brother; teetering between these two conflicting roles, Ralph longed to be home alone on a sick day, but hated the emptiness of feeling left behind. He loved to play sports with his neighborhood friends but resented the skillful victories of his younger brother. Thrust into the expectations of impending adolescence, Ralph was curious about girls, but embarrassed to take part in the school square dance. This satisfying memoir offers a snapshot of those pivotal moments between grade school and high school, all while tracing the roots of Ralph Fletcher’s acclaimed storytelling.
EAN: 9781627795241
Package Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.7 x 0.9 inches