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About this product
Product Identifiers
PublisherScholastic, Incorporated
ISBN-100545035317
ISBN-139780545035316
eBay Product ID (ePID)84469807
Product Key Features
Book TitleTouch Blue
Number of Pages192 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicAction & Adventure / General, General, Family / General (See Also Headings under Social Themes)
Publication Year2010
GenreJuvenile Fiction
AuthorCynthia Lord
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.7 in
Item Weight11.2 Oz
Item Length8.5 in
Item Width5.7 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience
LCCN2009-042306
ReviewsPraise for Rules 2007 Newbery Honor Medal New York Times Bestseller Schneider Family Book Award ALA Notable Children's Book New York Public Library's 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing "A heartwarming first novel." -- Booklist "Middle-grade readers will... be intrigued by this exploration of dealing with differences." -- Kirkus Reviews "A rewarding story that may well inspire readers to think about others' points of view." -- Publishers Weekly "A lovely, warm read, and a great discussion starter." -- School Library Journal "This is an absorbing tale about valuing people even when it's difficult." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "The emotions in this fast-paced novel ring true." -- The Horn Book, Praise for Rules 2007 Newbery Honor Medal New York Times Bestseller Schneider Family Book Award ALA Notable Children's Book New York Public Library's 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing "A heartwarming first novel." - Booklist "Middle-grade readers will... be intrigued by this exploration of dealing with differences." - Kirkus Reviews "A rewarding story that may well inspire readers to think about others' points of view." - Publishers Weekly "A lovely, warm read, and a great discussion starter." - School Library Journal "This is an absorbing tale about valuing people even when it's difficult." - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "The emotions in this fast-paced novel ring true." - The Horn Book, Praise for Rules:"Middle-grade readers will...be intrigued by this exploration of dealing with differences." -- Kirkus Reviews"A rewarding that may well inspire readers to think about others' points of view." -Publishers Weekly"A lovely, warm read, and a great discussion starter." -School Library JournalThis is an absorbing tale about valuing people even when it's difficult. -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"The emotions in this fast-paced novel ring true." -The Horn Book
Dewey Edition22
Grade FromThird Grade
Dewey DecimalFic
Grade ToSeventh Grade
SynopsisAn exquisite second novel from the Newbery Honor author of RULES! TOUCH BLUE, sure as certain, will touch your heart. The state of Maine plans to shut down her island's schoolhouse, which would force Tess's family to move to the mainland--and Tess to leave the only home she has ever known. Fortunately, the islanders have a plan too: increase the numbers of students by having several families take in foster children. So now Tess and her family are taking a chance on Aaron, a thirteen-year-old trumpet player who has been bounced from home to home. And Tess needs a plan of her own--and all the luck she can muster. Will Tess's wish come true or will her luck run out? Newbery Honor author Cynthia Lord offers a warm-hearted, humorous, and thoughtful look at what it means to belong--and how lucky we feel when we do. Touch Blue, sure as certain, will touch your heart., An exquisite second novel from the Newbery Honor author of RULES TOUCH BLUE, sure as certain, will touch your heart. The state of Maine plans to shut down her island's schoolhouse, which would force Tess's family to move to the mainland--and Tess to leave the only home she has ever known. Fortunately, the islanders have a plan too: increase the numbers of students by having several families take in foster children. So now Tess and her family are taking a chance on Aaron, a thirteen-year-old trumpet player who has been bounced from home to home. And Tess needs a plan of her own--and all the luck she can muster. Will Tess's wish come true or will her luck run out? Newbery Honor author Cynthia Lord offers a warm-hearted, humorous, and thoughtful look at what it means to belong--and how lucky we feel when we do. Touch Blue, sure as certain, will touch your heart.