No. of pages 544
Published: 2017
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"Revolution," the second book in Deborah Wiles' Sixties Trilogy, is set against the backdrop of a tumultuous period in American history during 1964. The story unfolds in Greenwood, Mississippi, showcasing the impact of the Civil Rights Movement through the eyes of a young girl named Frannie. As the sound of music and the beat of change fill the air, Frannie grapples with complex issues of identity, friendship, and the fight for equality. Inspired by real events and figures, Wiles weaves together themes of hope and resilience as Frannie navigates a world of shifting social norms and personal challenges. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is part of a book series called Sixties Trilogy .
This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-7th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.
There are 544 pages in this book. This book was published in 2017 by Scholastic US .
Deborah Wiles spent her childhood summers in a small Mississippi town with her family, including a wacky grandmother who really did go to Hawaii and who loved to wear flip-flops. Deborah has worked as a journalist and radio commentator, and she currently teaches writing and oral history workshops for children. She lives with her family in Frederick, Maryland where she tends her garden, makes baking powder biscuits and drinks plenty of root beer. She has never stolen a chicken. yet. Love, Ruby Lavender is her first novel.
United States in literature
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British Book Industry: Children's Book of the Year
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This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Capitol Choices Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens - Ages 10-14 Years
This book was recognised in the Ages 10-14 Years category by the Capitol Choices Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens.
Pat Conroy Southern Book Award - YA
This book was recognised in the YA category by the Pat Conroy Southern Book Award.
Golden Kite - Fiction
This book was recognised in the Fiction category by the Golden Kite.
Capitol Choices Noteworthy Books - Teens
This book was recognised in the Teens category of the Capitol Choices Noteworthy Books.
National Book Award
This book was recognised by the National Book Award.
Jane Addams Children's Book Award - Older Children
This book was recognised in the Older Children category by the Jane Addams Children's Book Award.
Charlotte Huck Award for Outstanding Fiction for Children - Fiction
This book was recognised in the Fiction category by the Charlotte Huck Award for Outstanding Fiction for Children.
Parents' Choice Award - Historical Fiction
This book was recognised in the Historical Fiction category by the Parents' Choice Award.