Nixon is true to history and character as she tells the story of fifteen year old Rose Carney who comes to Chicago from Ireland only to learn of her father's alcoholism, find out her mother has died at home, and face her brother's association with the Blackhands. Rose meets historic people like Jane Addams and the book gives a real sense of immigrant life, but the best thing about this book is its unflinching realism of situation and character. Young adults who are captured by historical fiction will admire the latest novel from award-winning author Ann Rinaldi. A Story of the Boston Massacre . This year there have been some incredible non-fictions releases for eight and ups.
Young adults are a funny mix.
Families are always trying to find the balance of parent nurture and developing their children's sense of responsibility. Parents can aid their kids and kids will love to investigate with Gorton Carruth's The Young Reader's Companion . Over 2,000 entries guide students searching subjects, authors, legend and myth, literary themes, and comparisons. If you don't believe me take a trip to your nearest bookstore. Like most in my generation, I was raised by Dr. Benjamin Spock.