145th Street
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 2001 · Est. 3.5 hour read

145th Street

Written by Walter Dean Myers

Life unfolds on 145th Street, where dreams, love, and survival collide.

3.9 Goodreads · 1,302 ratings
160 pages· 36,430 words· Est. 3.5 hour read· 760L
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Bookroo's summary

On 145th Street, lives intertwine in unexpected ways. Angela's dreams turn prophetic after tragedy strikes, while Kitty's love saves Mack from despair. Big Joe plans his own funeral, and Benny fights for glory. Each story reveals the hidden dramas and vibrant lives behind the headlines, drawing you into a world where every character has a story to tell. What secrets and surprises await on this unforgettable block?

Awards

Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (2000)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
160
Words
36,430
Reading age
12–17
Audience
Young Adult
Lexile
760L
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.1
F&P level
~R
AR points
6
AR interest level
UG
AR quiz
39863
Publication
Published
September 11, 2007
First published
October 1, 2001
Publisher
Delacorte Books for Young Readers
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780385321372
LCCN
99036097
OCLC
41572702

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