Realistic
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Children's realistic fiction is a genre of books written for children that tells stories set in the present or recent past, featuring characters—usually children or preteens—who face real-life problems, experiences, and emotions. These stories reflect issues that young readers can relate to, such as friendship, school, family, growing up, and personal challenges.
Surviving the Applewhites
Surviving the Applewhites
Author: Stephanie S. Tolan
Publisher Info: Harper Collins, 2012
Description: After the notorious trouble maker Jake is sent to live at the home of the eccentric Applewhites, he finds himself in a home he wasn't expecting. He was expecting wild chaos, not wild creativity. They run their own homeschool academy and encourage each student to follow their own quirky rhythm.
As Jake clashes with E.D., the organized, overlooked Applewhite daughter who values structure and struggles in a household full of free-spirited artists, they find themselves drawn into a production of The Sound of Music that becomes a turning point for both of them. Jake must confront who he really is - and whether he can leave his troubled past behind.
Evaluation: This Newberry Honor is a great pick for readers who enjoy stories about quirky families, second chances, and finding unexpected friendship. It is intended for readers between the ages of 9 and 13.
Usage: This could be the perfect companion for a social lesson on nontraditional families and alternative education methods. It can also aid in SEL discussions regarding identity and self-discovery, as well as embracing creativity, celebrating individuality, redemption, and personal growth.
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