As Brave as You
School year: Year 7, Year 8, Year 9
No. of pages 403
Published: 2018
Add this book to your 'I want to read' list!
By clicking here you can add this book to your favourites list. If it is in your School Library it will show up on your account page in colour and you'll be able to download it from there. If it isn't in your school library it will still show up but in grey - that will tell us that maybe it is a book we should add to your school library, and will also remind you to read it if you find it somewhere else!
"As Brave as You" by Jason Reynolds tells the story of two brothers, Genie and Ernie, who spend the summer with their grandparents in rural Virginia. Genie, the younger sibling, grapples with his fears and insecurities, especially as he navigates a world that is both unfamiliar and daunting. His grandfather, who has lost his sight, teaches him important lessons about bravery and vulnerability. Through their experiences, Genie learns not only about courage but also about love, family, and the complexities of growing up. The novel beautifully explores themes of self-discovery and the bond between brothers. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.
There are 403 pages in this book. This book was published in 2018 by Thorndike Press Large Print .
Jason Reynolds is the winner of more than 25 US and international awards, including the 2018 Edgar Award and LA Times Book Prize, Newbery Award, Printz Award and two time Walter Dean Myers Award winner. A New York Times bestselling author, his books include Long Way Down, Miles Morales, Boy in the Black Suit and the Run series (Ghost, Patina, Sunny and Lu).
Siblings in literature
Disability And Special Needs in literature
Boy And Man in literature
Emotions And Feelings in literature
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Schneider Family Book Award - Middle School
This book was recognised in the Middle School category by the Schneider Family Book Award.
Kirkus Award
This book was recognised by the Kirkus Award.
Coretta Scott King Award - Author
This book was recognised in the Author category by the Coretta Scott King Award. Presented annually since 1970 by the American Library Association to books by African-America authors and illustrators, this award recognizes excellence in promoting a deeper understanding of the African-American Experience.