The Kid in the Red Jacket
No. of pages 113
Published: 2016
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"The Kid in the Red Jacket" by Barbara Park follows the story of young Howard J. Boward, who faces the challenges of moving to a new neighborhood and adjusting to a new school. He feels out of place, especially after encountering the brash and confident kid wearing a red jacket, who seems to be the center of attention. As Howard navigates friendship, rivalry, and his own insecurities, he learns important lessons about bravery and the value of being true to oneself. With humor and heart, the story captures the ups and downs of childhood and the journey of self-discovery. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book features in the following series: Firefly Series, Piper Series .
There are 113 pages in this book. This book was published in 2016 by Random House USA Inc .
Barbara Park lives in Arizona, USA with her husband. She has received over 40 awards for her books in the US, including 25 Children's Choice awards.
Coming Of Age in literature
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Friendship in literature
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Parents Choice Award
The Parents' Choice Book Award is a prestigious accolade that recognizes high-quality children's and young adult literature across a variety of genres. Established as part of the broader Parents' Choice Awards program, which evaluates children's media and products, this specific award focuses on books that are not only entertaining but also educational and enriching for young readers. The award covers multiple categories. A panel of judges, comprising educators, librarians, and child development experts, evaluates the submissions. The goal is to highlight books that foster a love of reading and contribute positively to children's development and understanding of the world.Top of Form
School Library Journal Awards - Best Book Of the Year
This book was recognised in the Best Book of the Year category by the School Library Journal Awards.
Library of Congress Award - Children's Book Of the Year
This book was recognised in the Children's Book Of The Year category of the Library Of Congress Award.
