The Day of Stolen Bicycles

Sam usually rides his bike to school, but today it is raining. During silent reading, Sam watches a parade of construction trucks out the classroom window. When Sam realizes his home in the park is being bulldozed, his teacher, Ms. Lee, goes with him to the park to save what they can. A powerful, moving story of a young homeless boy that highlights the personal impact of being unhoused and the effects of poverty.Author Maria Testa is the author of highly acclaimed books for children and young adults, including Becoming Joe DiMaggio and Something About America. She lives in Portland, Maine, where she is known for her passion for books, sports, and social justice. Illustrator Warren Bonett has been a bookseller, chef, book designer, and wilderness guide, and he's even cycled around much of Australia. Now he's finally doing what he loves most: making pictures and writing stories.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Amicus Ink
Published: 08/11/2026
ISBN: 9798889880431
Pages: 32

Review Citations: Kirkus Reviews 06/15/2026