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Look Both Ways

By Jason Reynolds
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In Look Both Ways by Jason Reynolds, the story is a whimsical, insightful exploration of what happens after school lets out. Each chapter focuses on a different group of middle school students as they navigate their neighbourhood and everyday challenges. With humour and heart, the book reveals the diverse experiences and connections among these students.
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You might enjoy this book if you are intrigued by interconnected stories that reveal the humour and challenges of middle school life through different perspectives. This collection of ten short stories is full of heart and showcases the walk home from school in inventive and surprising ways. Perfect for readers who love heartfelt tales with a touch of whimsy and realism.

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Look Both Ways

In ten stories (one per block), find out what really happens on the walk home from school, when there are no parents or teachers to supervise (or stop the fun!). From hilarious escapades to brave challenges, join the walkers for one journey and many, many detours...

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When the bell rings and school is finished for the day, the walkers are finally set free. For ten blocks they have no-one telling them what to do; they can talk about bogies, skateboard, plan dramatic escapes, make jokes, face bullies, and hear about the school bus that fell from the sky...

In ten stories (one per block), find out what really happens on the walk home from school, when there are no parents or teachers to supervise (or stop the fun!). From hilarious escapades to brave challenges, join the walkers for one journey and many, many detours...

Look Both Ways by Jason Reynolds offers a unique perspective on the adventures and obstacles faced during a simple walk home. This captivating collection of stories explores the freedom and unpredictability of life beyond the school gates.

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Look Both Ways by Jason Reynolds is praised for its storytelling and its ability to capture the diverse experiences of children in a neighbourhood. Reviews often highlight the book's humour, relatability, and its unique structure, with each chapter offering a different perspective yet contributing to an interconnected narrative. Its approach in addressing themes like friendship, family, and resilience is celebrated as both realistic and uplifting for young readers.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781999642594

Publisher: Knights Of Media

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 November 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Knights Of Media

Audience: Primary and secondary education, Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Collections

Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Jason Reynolds Young Adult

About the Author

Jason Reynolds is the winner of more than 25 US and international awards, including the 2018 Edgar Award and LA Times Book Prize, Newbery Award, Printz Award and two time Walter Dean Myers Award winner. A New York Times bestselling author, his books include Long Way Down, Miles Morales, Boy in the Black Suit and the Run series (Ghost, Patina, Sunny and Lu).

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