The Truth of Me
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2013

The Truth of Me

Written by Patricia MacLachlan

A summer with his grandmother reveals a family secret that could mend Robbie's broken heart.

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Robbie spends the summer with his grandmother Maddy, seeking solace from his parents' distant love. In Maddy's gentle presence, he uncovers a hidden family truth tied to his mother's past. This revelation offers Robbie a chance to heal the rift in his family. Can he find the courage to confront the past and bring his family closer together? Discover how small truths can lead to big changes in this touching tale of love and bravery.

From the publisher

Patricia MacLachlan, Newbery Medal-winning author of Sarah, Plain and Tall, weaves a poignant story that celebrates how our unique “small truths” make each of us magical and brave in our own ways.When Robbie spends the summer at his grandmother Maddy’s house, he revels in his grandmother’s easy, relaxed ways. Robbie has always felt as if something is missing in his life–his parents don’t always act like they love him. Maddy helps him understand that an experience his mother had long ago is at the heart of the problem in his family. With this knowledge, Robbie finds the courage to try to make things right.Publishers Weekly Best Children’s BookALA Booklist Notable Children’s Books NomineeNew York Public Library’s 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing

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Format
Paperback
Pages
144
Reading age
6–10
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
560L
Themes & topics
Books about dogsBooks about grandmaBooks about familyBooks about multigenerational
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.8
F&P level
~N
AR points
1
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
160227
Publication
Published
January 20, 2015
First published
June 25, 2013
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780061998614

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