No. of pages 240
Published: 2020
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"Look Both Ways: A Tale Told in Ten Blocks" by Jason Reynolds is a poignant exploration of the lives of children in a neighborhood as they navigate their way home from school. The story is presented in ten interconnected chapters, each highlighting different characters and their experiences, thoughts, and challenges. Through their unique perspectives, readers get a glimpse of friendships, worries, and the beauty of everyday moments. The narrative captures the essence of childhood, dealing with themes of belonging, identity, and the importance of community, ultimately revealing how every block tells a part of their collective story. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is aimed at children at US 5th grade-9th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 10-14 years.
There are 240 pages in this book. This book was published in 2020 by Atheneum Books .
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).
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This book has been nominated for the following awards:
National Book Award
This book was recognised by the National Book 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.