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The Most Important Thing

by Avi
ebook

One of the most beloved writers of our time presents seven short stories exploring the vital ties between fathers and sons.

Luke sees the ghost of his father but can't figure out what Dad wants him to do. Paul takes a camping trip with the grandfather he's just met and discovers what lies behind the man's erratic behavior. Ryan has some surprising questions when he interviews his prospective stepfather for the job. In a compellingly honest collection of stories, multiple-award-winning author Avi introduces seven boys — boys with fathers at home and boys whose fathers have left, boys who spend most of their time with their grandfathers and boys who would rather spend time with anyone but the men in their lives. By turns heartbreaking, hopeful, and funny, the stories show us boys seeking acceptance, guidance, or just someone to look up to. Each one shines a different light on the question "What is the most important thing a father can do for his son?"


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Publisher: Candlewick Press

Kindle Book

  • Release date: April 26, 2016

OverDrive Read

  • ISBN: 9780763689643
  • File size: 667 KB
  • Release date: April 26, 2016

EPUB ebook

  • ISBN: 9780763689643
  • File size: 667 KB
  • Release date: April 26, 2016

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Kindle Book
OverDrive Read
EPUB ebook

Languages

English

Levels

ATOS Level:3.9
Lexile® Measure:560
Interest Level:4-8(MG)
Text Difficulty:2-3

One of the most beloved writers of our time presents seven short stories exploring the vital ties between fathers and sons.

Luke sees the ghost of his father but can't figure out what Dad wants him to do. Paul takes a camping trip with the grandfather he's just met and discovers what lies behind the man's erratic behavior. Ryan has some surprising questions when he interviews his prospective stepfather for the job. In a compellingly honest collection of stories, multiple-award-winning author Avi introduces seven boys — boys with fathers at home and boys whose fathers have left, boys who spend most of their time with their grandfathers and boys who would rather spend time with anyone but the men in their lives. By turns heartbreaking, hopeful, and funny, the stories show us boys seeking acceptance, guidance, or just someone to look up to. Each one shines a different light on the question "What is the most important thing a father can do for his son?"


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  • Details

    Publisher:
    Candlewick Press

    Kindle Book
    Release date: April 26, 2016

    OverDrive Read
    ISBN: 9780763689643
    File size: 667 KB
    Release date: April 26, 2016

    EPUB ebook
    ISBN: 9780763689643
    File size: 667 KB
    Release date: April 26, 2016

  • Creators
  • Formats
    Kindle Book
    OverDrive Read
    EPUB ebook
  • Languages
    English
  • Levels
    ATOS Level: 3.9
    Lexile® Measure: 560
    Interest Level: 4-8(MG)
    Text Difficulty: 2-3
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