Rufus M.
No. of pages 256
Published: 2001
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"Rufus M." by Eleanor Estes tells the story of a young boy named Rufus who often feels overlooked and misunderstood by those around him. Growing up in a small town, he navigates the challenges of childhood, including friendships, family dynamics, and the trials of school life. Rufus's unique perspective and vivid imagination set him apart, allowing readers to connect with his struggles and triumphs. As he learns to embrace his individuality, Rufus discovers the importance of self-acceptance and the value of true friendship, highlighting the complexities of growing up and finding one's place in the world. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book features in the following series: The Moffats, Young Classic .
This book has been graded for interest at 8-11 years.
There are 256 pages in this book. This book was published in 2001 by Turtleback Books .
Eleanor Estes (1906-1988) grew up in West Haven, Connecticut, which she renamed Cranbury for her classic stories about the Moffat and Pye families. She launched her writing career with the publication of The Moffats. Her books Rufus M. , The Middle Moffat, and The Hundred Dresses were awarded Newbery Honors. She won the Newbery Medal for Ginger Pye.
This book is in the following series:
The Moffats
The Moffats are a fatherless family of four children - Sylvie, Joey, Janey and Rufus - who live in a small town in Connecticut. The four book series focuses on stories about the two youngest, ten-year-old Janey and five-year-old Rufus. Estes based the novels on her own experiences, growing up in a working class family during WW1. Book1 : The Moffats Book 2: The Middle MoffatBook 3: Rufus MBook 4 The Moffat Museum
This book has been nominated for the following award:
Newbery Award
The Newbery Medal, named after 18th-century British bookseller John Newbery, is one of the most prestigious awards in children's literature. Established in 1922 by the American Library Association (ALA), the Newbery Medal is awarded annually to the author of the most distinguished American children's book published in the previous year. The award committee evaluates nominees based on literary quality, originality, presentation, and relevance to childrens literature. The book should demonstrate excellence in narrative and character development, as well as appeal to the intended audience. In addition to the medal winner, the committee also designates several Honor Books each year. These titles are recognized for their merit and are considered outstanding contributions to childrens literature, though they do not receive the medal.
