num_pages: 160
description: A backlist gem from a Newbery-winning author!Cracker Jackson has a problem. A big, serious, adult problem. When he receives an anonymous note in the mail, he finds out that his old babysitter, Alma, is in danger. Cracker's the only one who can help her. But what can an eleven-year-old do in a situation that most adults couldn't cope with? Cracker will do anything to protect his beloved Alma. But the situation is already moving beyond his control... An ALA Notable Book Winner of the Parents' Choice Award An IRA-CBC Children's Choice
language: English
title: Cracker Jackson
titlecomplete: Cracker Jackson
genres: Middle Grade, Realistic Fiction, Abuse, Childrens, Young Adult, Kids, Fiction
ratings_count: 248
awards: awardedAt: 536486400000
name: Vermont Golden Dome Book Award, awardedAt: 568022400000
name: William Allen White Children's Book Award
publisher: Puffin Books