Yummy
Graphic Nov.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

Yummy

Written by Greg Neri · Illustrated by Randy Duburke

A boy seeks truth in a classmate's tragic life and death tied to gang violence.

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GN510L· AR 3.4 · 1 AR pts

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Roger, an eleven-year-old, grapples with the haunting death of his classmate, Yummy, a boy caught in the web of gang violence. As Roger delves into Yummy's life, he uncovers unsettling truths and questions his own moral compass. Was Yummy a victim or a villain? With his brother's gang connections looming, Roger must navigate a world where innocence and guilt blur. This gripping tale, set in 1994 Chicago, challenges readers to confront the complexities of right and wrong in a world where choices can be deadly.

At a glance
Format
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Picture
Lexile
GN510L
AR book level
3.4
AR points
1
AR quiz
139540
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Book details

Reading levels
F&P level
~N
AR interest level
UG
Publication
Published
September 1, 2010
First published
July 31, 2010
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book · Graphic novel
Identifiers
ISBN
9781584302667

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