Peace, Locomotion

Kids, People and Places, Fiction, USA, Teen, Social Issues, General Fiction
Cover of the book Peace, Locomotion by Jacqueline Woodson, Penguin Young Readers Group
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Jacqueline Woodson ISBN: 9781440699160
Publisher: Penguin Young Readers Group Publication: January 22, 2009
Imprint: Puffin Books Language: English
Author: Jacqueline Woodson
ISBN: 9781440699160
Publisher: Penguin Young Readers Group
Publication: January 22, 2009
Imprint: Puffin Books
Language: English

The stunning companion to the National Book Award finalist--from a three-time Newbery Honor winning author

Twelve-year-old Lonnie is finally feeling at home with his foster family. But because he’s living apart from his little sister, Lili, he decides it’s his job to be the “rememberer”—and write down everything that happens while they’re growing up. Lonnie’s musings are bittersweet; he’s happy that he and Lili have new families, but though his new family brings him joy, it also brings new worries. With a foster brother in the army, concepts like Peace have new meaning for Lonnie.Told through letters from Lonnie to Lili, this thought-provoking companion to Jacqueline Woodson’s National Book Award finalist Locomotion tackles important issues in captivating, lyrical language. Lonnie’s reflections on family, loss, love and peace will strike a note with readers of all ages.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

The stunning companion to the National Book Award finalist--from a three-time Newbery Honor winning author

Twelve-year-old Lonnie is finally feeling at home with his foster family. But because he’s living apart from his little sister, Lili, he decides it’s his job to be the “rememberer”—and write down everything that happens while they’re growing up. Lonnie’s musings are bittersweet; he’s happy that he and Lili have new families, but though his new family brings him joy, it also brings new worries. With a foster brother in the army, concepts like Peace have new meaning for Lonnie.Told through letters from Lonnie to Lili, this thought-provoking companion to Jacqueline Woodson’s National Book Award finalist Locomotion tackles important issues in captivating, lyrical language. Lonnie’s reflections on family, loss, love and peace will strike a note with readers of all ages.

More books from Penguin Young Readers Group

Cover of the book Summer and Bird by Jacqueline Woodson
Cover of the book Amber Brown Is Feeling Blue by Jacqueline Woodson
Cover of the book Curious About the White House by Jacqueline Woodson
Cover of the book I Spy the Illuminati Eye by Jacqueline Woodson
Cover of the book Tracers by Jacqueline Woodson
Cover of the book Frances Dances by Jacqueline Woodson
Cover of the book Tales of the Madman Underground by Jacqueline Woodson
Cover of the book Garcia & Colette Go Exploring by Jacqueline Woodson
Cover of the book All Four Stars by Jacqueline Woodson
Cover of the book Storm: The Ghost Machine by Jacqueline Woodson
Cover of the book Lost City by Jacqueline Woodson
Cover of the book The Greek Who Stole Christmas by Jacqueline Woodson
Cover of the book 50 Unbelievable Women and Their Fascinating (and True!) Stories by Jacqueline Woodson
Cover of the book Waking Beauty by Jacqueline Woodson
Cover of the book The Leopard Sword by Jacqueline Woodson
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy