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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019 · Est. 6.5 hour read
The Usual Suspects
A boy fights to clear his name when a gun is found nearby.
3.7/5 Goodreads · 583 ratings
288 pages· 47,711 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Thelonius Mitchell, tired of being labeled due to his special ed status and pranks, faces a new challenge when a gun is discovered at a local hangout. Instantly suspected, Thelonius must navigate suspicion and prove he's not a criminal. Can he shake off this new label and uncover the truth, or will his past antics overshadow his innocence? Dive into a gripping tale of identity, justice, and resilience as Thelonius battles to redefine himself in a world quick to judge.
From the publisher
Fans of Jason Reynolds and Sharon M. Draper will love this oh-so-honest middle grade novel from writer and educator Maurice Broaddus. Thelonius Mitchell is tired of being labeled. He’s in special ed, separated from the “normal” kids at school who don’t have any “issues.” That’s enough to make all the teachers and students look at him and his friends with a constant side-eye. (Although his disruptive antics and pranks have given him a rep too.) When a gun is found at a neighborhood hangout, Thelonius and his pals become instant suspects. Thelonius may be guilty of pulling crazy stunts at school, but a criminal? T isn’t about to let that label stick.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 288
- Words
- 47,711
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Lexile
- 720L
The author
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.8
- F&P level
- ~Q
- AR points
- 7
- AR interest level
- MG+
- AR quiz
- 504116
Publication
- Published
- May 21, 2019
- Publisher
- Katherine Tegen Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780062796318
- LCCN
- 2018962176
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