Last Summer with Maizon
School year: Year 10, Year 7, Year 8, Year 9
No. of pages 128
Published: 2002
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"Last Summer with Maizon" by Jacqueline Woodson follows the story of two best friends, Maizon and her cousin, who spend a summer together that becomes pivotal in their lives. As they navigate the joys and challenges of growing up, they confront changes in their friendship, family dynamics, and their dreams for the future. Set against the backdrop of Brooklyn, New York, the narrative explores themes of identity, loyalty, and loss. Through their experiences, the girls learn about the complexities of relationships and the bittersweet nature of growing up, making this summer unforgettable and transformative for both. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book has been graded for interest at 9-12 years.
There are 128 pages in this book. This book was published in 2002 by Puffin Books .
Jacqueline Woodson was born in Ohio and grew up in South Carolina. She has written several books for teenagers and recently won the Coretta Scott King Award which honours African-American writers of outstanding books for children. She has received two American Library Association Awards, and the Kenyon Review Award for Literary Excellence in Fiction for Autobiography Of A Family Photo, published by Penguin US. Jacqueline now lives in Brooklyn, New York.
This book has been nominated for the following award:
Black-Eyed Susan Award - Grades 6-8
This book was recognised in the Grades 6-8 category by the Black-Eyed Susan Award.