This had to be one of my favorite books of all time. I was confused in the beginning but caught on quickly. i mostly read scary and mystery stories but I really enjoyed it anyway. I recommend this to anyone who likes animals.
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)
Love this book. so many feelings. its like you just want to go in the book in help Sugar. Sugar is the girl's name. there are so many problems in life for her, she just wants to fix them all but she can't.
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I really want to read this the dog looks soooooo cute!!!!!!!!!
that puppy looks so cute
I love this book!!!
This is a great book for readers to enjoy. I recommend this book to everyone ,it's about a girl and her mother who lose their home and are trying to survive, and while the girl is waiting for her mother to pick her up she meets a girl, her dad, and her dog, Shush, who needs a new home. The girl gives her the dog, and they have a new life together. A lot of things happen to them during this time and I won't tell you how this story ends but its a great book for young readers. READ IT!!!!! Also I ABSULETLY LOVE THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!! =D =D =D =D =D
GREAT BOOK READ IT NOW!!!!!!
This is a great book for readers to enjoy. I recommend this book to everyone ,it's about a girl and her mother who lose their home and are trying to survive, and while the girl is waiting for her mother to pick her up she meets a girl, her dad, and her dog, Shush, who needs a new home. The girl gives her the dog, and they have a new life together. A lot of things happen to them during this time and I won't tell you how this story ends but its a great book for young readers. READ IT!!!!!1
Well I was leaving Raymond Elementary School and I got this book as a present from one of my teachers. So I read it and it didn't want it to end!!!
i honestly think it's an amazing book so far. it's a heartfelt novel with the right amount of sadness and excitement. you should really read, girls. you'd LOVE it!!