Words with Wings

In this Coretta Scott King Author Honor Book, Children's Literature Legacy Award-winner Nikki Grimes explores though her celebrated poetry how a supportive teacher can be the key to unlocking a dreamer's imaginative power through creative writing.

Gabby's world is filled with daydreams. However, what began as an escape from her parents' arguments has now taken over her life. But with the help of a new teacher, 'Gabby the dreamer' might just become 'Gabby the writer' and the words that once carried her away might allow her to soar. Written in vivid, accessible poems, this remarkable verse novel is a celebration of imagination, of friendship, of one girl's indomitable spirit, and of a teacher's ability to reach out and change a life.

Coretta Scott King Author Honor book
NCTE Notable Children's Books in the English Language Arts
Kirkus Reviews Best Book

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Wordsong
Published: 09/06/2022
ISBN: 9781635924787
Pages: 96
Weight: 0.81lbs
Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 160815 / Words with Wings
Reading Level: 4.3 / Interest Level: Middle Grade / Point Value: 1