The Skin I'm In
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Chapter Book · Ages 11–15 · 1998 · Est. 3 hour read

The Skin I'm In

Written by Sharon Flake

Book #1 in the The Skin I'm In series

A bullied girl meets a teacher who changes her view on self-worth and identity.

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192 pages· 31,355 words· Est. 3 hour read· 670L
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Bookroo's summary

Maleeka endures daily bullying over her appearance and clothes. When Miss Saunders, a new teacher with a unique look, arrives, Maleeka expects more trouble. Instead, she finds inspiration. Miss Saunders embraces her own differences, challenging Maleeka to reconsider her self-image. Can Maleeka learn to love herself in a world that constantly judges her? Discover the journey of self-acceptance and empowerment in this compelling story.

From the publisher

Sharon Flake’s award-winning debut novel, repackaged with a new cover just in time for it’s 20th anniversary! Maleeka suffers every day from the taunts of the other kids in her class. If they’re not getting at her about her homemade clothes or her good grades, it’s about her dark, black skin. When a new teacher, whose face is blotched with a startling white patch, starts at their school, Maleeka can see there is bound to be trouble for her too. But the new teacher’s attitude surprises Maleeka. Miss Saunders loves the skin she’s in. Can Maleeka learn to do the same?

Awards

Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent Award (1999)
At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
192
Words
31,355
Reading age
11–15
Audience
Young Adult
Lexile
670L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~4.3
F&P level
~P
Publication
Published
October 16, 2018
First published
October 16, 1998
Publisher
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781368019439

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