The Most Important Thing: Stories about Sons, Fathers, and Grandfathers
By Avi
Edition
By Avi
Hardcover edition
Publisher Candlewick Imprint Candlewick ISBN9780763681111
Awards and Honors The Kirkus Prize 2016 Nominee, Young ReadersThe Most Important Thing: Stories about Sons, Fathers, and Grandfathers
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The seven stories in this thoughtful, humorous collection focus on boys' experiences of growing up—from being asked to a dance to interviewing a potential stepfather. Fathers and sons. Parent-child relationships. Stepparents. Grandparents. Short stories. Coming-of-age.
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Upper Middle School Fiction (Grades 6-8)
Upper Middle School Fiction
Upper Middle School Fiction (Grades 6-8)
For Grades 6-8
This collection features fiction titles selected for older middle school readers who are ready for deeper, more complex stories that mirror a shift toward independence and broader viewpoints. Selections include character-driven narratives that explore identity, relationships, and change with greater emotional and thematic nuance, offering space for reflection as readers begin to see themselves in a wider world beyond their immediate experience. Some selections may explore identity, relationships, and real-world challenges, including LGBTQIA+ themes, moderate language, social issues, and other sensitive topics.
12 books per Year
$252.00 per Year
Interests
Fiction, Realistic Fiction, Speculative Fiction, Coming-of-Age
