The Most Important Thing: Stories about Sons, Fathers, and Grandfathers Contributor(s): Avi (Author) |
|||||||
ISBN: 0763681113 ISBN-13: 9780763681111 Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! Click here for our low price guarantee Binding Type: Hardcover - See All Available Formats & Editions Published: April 2016 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Boys & Men - Juvenile Fiction | Family - Parents - Juvenile Fiction | Short Stories |
Dewey: FIC |
LCCN: 2015941423 |
Age Level: 10-UP |
Grade Level: 5-UP |
Lexile Measure: 560 HL (High-Low) |
Physical Information: 0.8" H x 5.3" W x 7.8" L (0.70 lbs) 224 pages |
Features: Ikids, Price on Product |
Review Citations: Kirkus Reviews 02/01/2016 Publishers Weekly 02/01/2016 Booklist 02/15/2016 pg. 75 School Library Journal 03/01/2016 pg. 126 Horn Book Magazine 03/01/2016 pg. 84 Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 04/01/2016 BookPage 05/01/2016 |
Accelerated Reader Info |
Quiz #: 181418 Reading Level: 3.9 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 5.0 |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: One of the most beloved writers of our time presents seven short stories exploring the vital ties between fathers and sons. Luke sees the ghost of his father but can't figure out what Dad wants him to do. Paul takes a camping trip with the grandfather he's just met and discovers what lies behind the man's erratic behavior. Ryan has some surprising questions when he interviews his prospective stepfather for the job. In a compellingly honest collection of stories, multiple-award-winning author Avi introduces seven boys -- boys with fathers at home and boys whose fathers have left, boys who spend most of their time with their grandfathers and boys who would rather spend time with anyone but the men in their lives. By turns heartbreaking, hopeful, and funny, the stories show us boys seeking acceptance, guidance, or just someone to look up to. Each one shines a different light on the question "What is the most important thing a father can do for his son?" |
Customers who bought this item also bought... |
Customer ReviewsSubmit your own review |
To tell a friend about this book, you must Sign In First! |