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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1997 · Est. 5 hour read
Wringer
A boy dreads his tenth birthday, fearing a tradition he must confront.
3.6/5 Goodreads · 15,518 ratings
228 pages· 37,310 words· Est. 5 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
In Waymer, turning ten is a rite of passage, but for Palmer LaRue, it's a nightmare. As his birthday looms, a mysterious visitor on his windowsill signals a turning point. Palmer must confront his fears and challenge a tradition that haunts him. Will he find the courage to stand up for his beliefs, or will he succumb to the pressures of his town? This gripping tale explores the struggle between conformity and conviction, leaving readers questioning what it truly means to grow up.
From the publisher
Newbery Honor Book * ALA Notable Children’s Book Deeply felt. Presents a moral question with great care and sensitivity. –The New York TimesA spellbinding story about rites of passage. –Publishers Weekly (starred review)A realistic story with the intensity of a fable. –The Horn Book (starred review)Thought-provoking. –School Library Journal (starred review)In Palmer LaRue’s hometown of Waymer, turning ten is the biggest event of a boy’s life. But for Palmer, his tenth birthday is not something to look forward to but something to dread.Then one day, a visitor appears on his windowsill, and Palmer knows that this, more than anything else, is a sign that his time is up. Somehow, he must learn how to stop being afraid and stand up for what he believes in.Wringer is an unforgettable tour de force from Newbery Medal winner Jerry Spinelli.
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At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 228
- Words
- 37,310
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Lexile
- 690L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.5
- F&P level
- ~P
- AR points
- 5
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 17800
Publication
- Published
- May 1, 2018
- First published
- January 1, 1997
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
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