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The Great Jeff
Contributor(s): Abbott, Tony (Author)

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 ISBN: 0316479691     ISBN-13: 9780316479691
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
OUR PRICE: $14.44  

Binding Type: Hardcover - See All Available Formats & Editions
Published: March 2019
* Out of Print *
Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Homelessness & Poverty
- Juvenile Fiction | Family - Parents
- Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Drugs, Alcohol, Substance Abuse
Dewey: FIC
LCCN: 2018020156
Age Level: 10-14
Grade Level: 5-9
Lexile Measure: 550 HL (High-Low)
Physical Information: 1" H x 5.6" W x 7.9" L (0.70 lbs) 288 pages
Themes:
- Topical - Friendship
- Topical - Self-Esteem
- Topical - Family
- Sex & Gender - Boy's Interest
Features: Ikids, Price on Product
Review Citations: Kirkus Reviews 12/15/2018
Booklist 01/01/2019 pg. 84
School Library Journal 03/01/2019 pg. 95
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 04/01/2019
Accelerated Reader Info
Quiz #: 500432
Reading Level: 3.8   Interest Level: Middle Grades   Point Value: 8.0
 
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Publisher Description:
Perfect for fans of Gary D. Schmidt comes the companion to the modern classic Firegirl from acclaimed writer Tony Abbott.

Life hasn't been great for Jeff Hicks. After years at his beloved St. Catherine's, he's forced to spend eighth grade in the public middle school, which he hates. He's no longer speaking to his former best friend, Tom Bender, because of that burned girl Jessica Feeney. But worst of all, his family is changing, and it's not for the better.

When his mom comes home announcing that she's lost her job, Jeff begins to worry about things far beyond his years: How will they pay the rent? Will his absentee dad step up and save the day? Is his mom drinking too much? And ultimately, where will they live?

The Great Jeff is a powerful look at the life of a troubled boy who finds his life spiraling out of control.

 
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