"Macaroni Boy" by Katherine Ayres tells the story of a young boy named Al who struggles with the challenges of growing up in a 1930s Pittsburgh neighborhood. Living with his mother and a younger sister, Al finds solace in the small joys of life, including his love for macaroni and cheese, which his mother makes for him. As he navigates friendships, family dynamics, and the harsh realities of the Great Depression, Al learns important lessons about resilience, empathy, and the importance of community. The story deftly captures the spirit of childhood against the backdrop of a difficult era. [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.

This book was published in 2009 by Yearling Books .

Katherine Ayres has written picture books, novels, short stories and plays. When not writing, she skis, golfs, gardens and makes quilts. Katherine has three adult children and lives with her husband in Ohio, USA. Hideko Takahashi has illustrated numerous children's picture books, but this is her first for Walker. She lives in Seattle, USA.