I thought this was a very good book
Almost Home
By Joan Bauer
| Interest Level | Reading Level | Reading A-Z | ATOS | Word Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grades 4 - 8 | Grades 2 - 8 | W | 3.7 | 43003 |
Newbery Honor winner Joan Bauer's new novel will touch your heart
When twelve-year-old Sugar's grandfather dies and her gambling father takes off yet again, Sugar and her mother lose their home in Missouri. They head to Chicago for a fresh start, only to discover that fresh starts aren't so easy to come by for the homeless. Nevertheless, Sugar's mother has taught her to be grateful no matter what, so Sugar does her best. With the help of a rescue dog, Shush; a foster family; a supportive teacher; a love of poetry; and her own grace and good humor, Sugar comes to understand that while she can't control the hand life deals her, she can control how she responds.
When twelve-year-old Sugar's grandfather dies and her gambling father takes off yet again, Sugar and her mother lose their home in Missouri. They head to Chicago for a fresh start, only to discover that fresh starts aren't so easy to come by for the homeless. Nevertheless, Sugar's mother has taught her to be grateful no matter what, so Sugar does her best. With the help of a rescue dog, Shush; a foster family; a supportive teacher; a love of poetry; and her own grace and good humor, Sugar comes to understand that while she can't control the hand life deals her, she can control how she responds.
Publisher: Puffin Books
ISBN-13: 9780142427484
ISBN-10: 0142427489
Published on 8/29/2013
Binding: Paperback
Number of pages: 288
Book Reviews (46)
When you want a book full of adventures and has a dog or more you should consider reading this book. The book is wonderful and I recommend this book for 4-5 graders.
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This book is one of my favorite books of all time. I LOVE THIS BOOK !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I cried, I laughed, I felt like I was there. Such a victory.
BEST...BOOK...EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This book is so good it tells how it is to battle with family, money and LIFE. I love it, it's sad and inspiring at the same time
I read this book because my teacher recomended it to me. It tell;s how its like to be homeless and to be struggling with money. it puts you in the shoes of a person having a bad day or somebody less fortunate than you.
Loved this story. It was so enjoyable.
This book is absolutely amazing! It is about a girl with her mom that gets kicked out of their house. They move to a different state where her mom goes crazy.
So Good.