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by Pat Schmatz (Author)
"An ode to the significance of reading in the lives of young people. . . . Unique and original, believable and poignant, this is a book with power of its own." -- The Horn Book (starred review)
Thirteen-year-old Travis has a secret: he can't read. But a shrewd teacher and a sassy girl are about to change everything in this witty and deeply moving novel. Mr. McQueen is a rare teacher whose savvy persistence has Travis slowly unlocking a book on the natural world, while Velveeta's wry banter and colorful scarves belie some hard secrets of her own. With sympathy, humor, and disarming honesty, Pat Schmatz captures the moments of trust and connection that make all the difference.Author Biography
Pat Schmatz is the author of three previous novels for teens. She lives in rural Wisconsin.
Number of Pages: 240
Dimensions: 0.7 x 8.1 x 5.5 IN
Publication Date: August 06, 2013
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Bluefish
Interest Level: Upper Middle Grades, 6 and up
Reading Level: 4
Point Value: 6
