This book is the winner of numerous awards. It was recognised by the Michigan Notable Books. It was recognised in the Middle School category by the Charlotte Award. It also was recognised by the Sequoyah Book Award. It was recognised by the South Carolina Childrens Junior and Young Adult Book Award.

This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.

There are 96 pages in this book. This book was published 2009 by Penguin Putnam Inc .

PATRICIA POLACCO is a New York Times bestselling author and illustrator with over 115 beloved and award-winning books to her credit, including The Keeping Quilt , Pink and Say , The Blessing Cup , Chicken Sunday , and Thank You, Mr. Falker. She resides in Michigan. Learn more about her work at patriciapolacco. com.