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Bibliographic Information (APA): Author last name, First initial. (Year published). Title in italics. Illus. Illustrator First Name Last Name. City published, State published: Publisher.

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Tuesday, December 13, 2011

The last part first

Johnson, A. (2003). The first part last. USA: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers.

Brief Annotation: This book follows Bobby, a 16 year old as his life transitions into single parenthood. The story is beautifully written and emotional.

Genre: Contemporary realistic fiction; fiction novel

Grade Level: 7+

Readers who will like this: Readers who like sad novels and novels about difficult life transitions.

Response/Rating (1-4): 4; I really enjoyed this book. It’s been a while since I have read a book that made me cry. I loved that the author flashed from past to present in this novel. I recommend this book; it is beautifully written and honest.

One question you would ask before a read aloud: What kind of responsibilities do you have in your life?

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