Our newest Newbery Award winner introudces us to Lucky, a ten year old girl who is orphaned after the tragic death of her mother. Brigette, her father's exwife, leaves her home in France to take care of her. Lucky becomes anxiety ridden because she believes that this situation is only temporary. She searches for a Higher Power by overhearing AA meetings for strength and answers. She wishes she could have Brigette stay with her, but she knows she misses France. The hot California desert is not the most welcoming and hospitable place. How can she get her to stay? A touching tale about the innocence and insecurity that we all have felt. Despite controversy("With One World Children's Book Sets Off Uproar") over the book's opening page, I thought it was a great book and well worth reading for grades 4 and up.
Food for thought: What are the things you feel lucky for in your life?
Food for thought: What are the things you feel lucky for in your life?
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