All of the Above

Written by Shelley Pearsall

Four students tackle a math challenge that transforms their lives and community.

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234 pages· 32,911 words· Est. 4.5 hour read· 950L

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Bookroo's summary

James, Rhondell, Sharice, and Marcel, four inner-city students, embark on a quest to build the world's largest tetrahedron. Guided by their math teacher, they face personal struggles and discover unexpected humor and camaraderie. As their project grows, so does the support from their community, leading to life-changing transformations. Will they succeed against the odds and find more than just mathematical success? This heartwarming tale, based on a true story, explores perseverance, friendship, and the surprising impact of a shared goal.

From the publisher

Now with a new cover! A heart-warming, transformational story about a motley group of kids whose lives are changed by a math teacher’s challenge, written by award-winning author Shelley Pearsall with interior illustrations by Caldecott Medalist Javaka Steptoe. James Harris III, Rhondell, Sharice, and Marcel are four inner city students with a quest to build the world’s largest tetrahedron. Weaving together their different personal stories, their teacher, and the community that surrounds them, award winning author Shelley Pearsall has written a vividly engaging story about math, life and good-tasting barbecue. Filled with unexpected humor, poignant characters and quiet brilliance, All of the Above is based on a true story. Bonus content includes a revised authors note with photos, resources, and more!

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