Okay for Now
School year: Lower 6th, Upper 6th, Year 10, Year 11, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, Year 7, Year 8, Year 9
Published: 2020
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"Okay for Now" follows the story of Doug Swieteck, a teenager navigating life's challenges in a small town during the 1960s. After his family moves to a new place, Doug grapples with the struggles of fitting in, dealing with a difficult home life, and the pressures of adolescence. He finds solace in discovering a collection of Audubon bird illustrations, which inspire him to pursue his interest in art. Through friendships, an unexpected mentor, and personal growth, Doug learns to overcome obstacles, find his voice, and appreciate the beauty around him, ultimately realizing that hope and possibility exist even in tough times. [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 Playaway Children .
This book is aimed at children at US 5th grade-7th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 10-13 years.
This book was published in 2020 by Thorndike Striving Reader .
Gary D. Schmidt is an American children's writer of nonfiction books and young adult novels, including two Newbery Honor books and one Printz Honor award. He lives on a farm in Michigan and has six children. He is a Professor of English at Calvin College.
Animals in literature
Birds in literature
United States in literature
Nature in literature
Theatres in literature
Musicals in literature
British Book Industry: Children's Book of the Year
This book is in the following series:
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Georgia Children's Book Award
The Georgia Childrens Book Award is a distinguished annual award that recognizes outstanding childrens literature and aims to promote a love of reading among young readers in Georgia. Established in 1985, the award is sponsored by the Georgia Association of Educators and is designed to encourage children to engage with quality literature. Each year, a committee selects a list of nominated books then students in grades K-5 vote for their favourite titles from that nominated list.
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.
Sequoyah Book Award - Intermediate
This book was recognised in the Intermediate category by the Sequoyah Book Award.
Texas Lone Star
This book was recognised by the Texas Lone Star.
Capitol Choices Noteworthy Books - Teens
This book was recognised in the Teens category of the Capitol Choices Noteworthy Books.
Odyssey Award for Excellence in Audiobook Production
This book was recognised by the Odyssey Award for Excellence in Audiobook Production.
Young Reader's Choice Award - Grades 7-9
This book was recognised in the Grades 7-9 category by the Young Reader's Choice Award.
The Audies
This book was recognised by the The Audies.
National Book Award
This book was recognised by the National Book Award.
Rebecca Caudill Young Readers Book Award
This book was recognised by the Rebecca Caudill Young Readers Book Award.
Sunshine State Young Reader's Award - Grades 6-8
This book was recognised in the Grades 6-8 category by the Sunshine State Young Reader's Award.
Buckeye Children's Book Award - Grades 6-8
This book was recognised in the Grades 6-8 category by the Buckeye Children's Book Award.
Jefferson Cup - YA
This book was recognised in the YA category by the Jefferson Cup.
This book features the following character:
John James Audubon
This book features John James Audubon.
