New Kid is a timely, honest graphic novel about starting over at a new school where diversity is low and the struggle to fit in is real, from award-winning author-illustrator Jerry Craft.
Seventh grader Jordan Banks loves nothing more than drawing cartoons about his life. But instead of sending him to the art school of his dreams, his parents enroll him in a prestigious private school known for its academics, where Jordan is one of the few kids of color in his entire grade.
As he makes the daily trip from his Washington Heights apartment to the upscale Riverdale Academy Day School, Jordan soon finds himself torn between two worlds - and not really fitting into either one. Can Jordan learn to navigate his new school culture while keeping his neighborhood friends and staying true to himself?
This middle grade graphic novel is an excellent choice for tween readers, including for summer reading.
RECOMMENDED FOR: Middle School
Publisher: Quill Tree Books
Publish Date: February 05, 2019
Pages: 256
Dimensions: Hardcover - 6.3 X 9.1 X 1.1 inches | 1.55 pounds / Paperback - 5.9 X 8.9 X 0.9 inches | 1.2 pounds
Language: English
Type: Hardcover or Paperback
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