"Isaiah’s optimism, drive, and loyalty to friends and family make him a hero to cheer for and lend a feeling of hope to this exploration of difficult topics." - Publishers Weekly, starred review " An uplifting, affirming story for every collection.” - Booklist, starred review “An inventive and heartfelt debut novel.” - The New York Times "Isaiah's optimism, drive, and loyalty to friends and family make him a hero to cheer for." -Publishers Weekly, Starred ReviewĪ Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year! Baptist's debut novel explores the indomitable spirit of a ten-year-old boy and the superhero strength it takes to grow up. He could use those powers right about now! Plus, his classmate Angel has a few good ideas of her own-once she stops hassling Isaiah.Īnd when things get really tough, there's Daddy's journal, filled with stories about the amazing Isaiah Dunn, a superhero who gets his powers from beans and rice. Good thing Isaiah can count on his best friend, Sneaky, who always has a scheme for getting around the rules.
His little sister, Charlie, asks too many questions, and Mama's gone totally silent. But it's a lot harder than his dad made it look. Adapted from a story that first appeared in Flying Lessons & Other Stories and perfect for fans of The Parker Inheritance by Varian Johnson.
A coming-of-age tale about a boy who discovers a love of poetry after finding his late father's journal.
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