An inside look at the early lives of John Lennon and Paul McCartney, This Boy is a perfect book for any young reader embracing their inner Beatlemania.
Meant for younger readers, This Boy is a gripping biography of two musical legends. Beginning with their births during World War II England and ending with their famous performance on The Ed Sullivan Show, this book is action packed from beginning to end. Whether you are a lifelong Beatles fan or new to their music, this book is an excellent source of Beatles lore that is relatively unknown.
With expert research from Ilene Cooper and rarely seen photographs of the Beatles in their early days, this book will serve as not only an interesting biography of two significant historical figures, but also a fun read about rock and roll and how the lives of two people can change the world.
Book Genres Autobiography/Biography, Narrative Nonfiction
Canadian Rights Yes
Dewey 920
Title alpha This Boy: The Early Lives of John Lennon and Paul McCartney
Level Biography Middle Plus
Pages Count 192
Genre Nonfiction
Topics John Lennon (1940–1980). Paul McCartney (1942– ). Beatles. Rock music and musicians. Liverpool, England. Great Britain.
Lexile 1080L
Trim Size 9" x 7"
JLG Span Fall
Language English
Rights type Print
Publication date 2023-08-14
JLG Release Date Oct 2023
Minimum grade 5
Maximum grade 8
Reading level Middle
Format Print
Biography Middle Plus (Grades 5-8)
Biography Middle Plus
Biography Middle Plus (Grades 5-8)
For Grades 5-8
Fascinating biographies and autobiographies will enable middle schoolers to read about the lives, thoughts, and accomplishments of the individuals who have shaped our world. Your patrons will learn about a remarkable person each month with this 14-book category.