The Truth of Me: About a Boy, His Grandmother, and a Very Good Dog

Patricia MacLachlan, Newbery Medal-winning author of Sarah, Plain and Tall, weaves a poignant story that celebrates how our unique "small truths" make each of us magical and brave in our own ways.

When Robbie spends the summer at his grandmother Maddy's house, he revels in his grandmother's easy, relaxed ways. Robbie has always felt as if something is missing in his life--his parents don't always act like they love him. Maddy helps him understand that an experience his mother had long ago is at the heart of the problem in his family. With this knowledge, Robbie finds the courage to try to make things right.

Publishers Weekly Best Children's Book
ALA Booklist Notable Children's Books Nominee
New York Public Library's 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Katherine Tegen Books
Published: 06/25/2013
ISBN: 9780061998591
Pages: 128
Weight: 0.48lbs
Size: 8.84h x 5.15w x 0.57d

Review Citations: Kirkus Reviews 06/01/2013
Publishers Weekly 06/03/2013
School Library Journal 07/01/2013 pg. 66
Booklist 09/01/2013 pg. 121
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 10/01/2013 pg. 103
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2014 - Recommended, Satisfactory
BookPage 08/01/2013

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 160227 / Truth of Me
Reading Level: 2.8 / Interest Level: Middle Grade / Point Value: 1