"Flying Solo" by Ralph Fletcher tells the story of a group of middle school students navigating the challenges of adolescence and their relationships with each other. When their teacher goes on leave, the class is left to manage on their own, which leads to both chaos and unexpected connections. Each student copes with their personal struggles, exploring themes of friendship, individuality, and self-discovery. As they confront their fears and insecurities, they learn to support one another, ultimately discovering the value of community and the strength found in their differences. This insightful tale captures the essence of growing up and finding one's voice. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book has been graded for interest at 10-13 years.

There are 138 pages in this book. This book was published in 2008 by Perfection Learning .

Ralph Fletcher grew up as the oldest of nine children and has always been surrounded by stories. He has published novels, poetry collections, picture books, nonfiction books, and teacher resources. He has four sons and lives in Lee, New Hampshire.