Meet Jerry Spinelli
Children love Spinelli's books because he knows what it is to be a kid. His more than 22 books, including Maniac Magee and Wringer which were Newbery winners, come alive for youngsters because, as he says, "When my characters speak in my books, I hope that my readers hear something of themselves."
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Book Review--"Each spread has photographs and drawings on one side and text and a sidebar with interesting or fun facts on the other."--School Library Journal
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"Well written. It's a great model for excellent writing. Filled with voice, great word choice, super organizations. The inviting pictures make a super read aloud as well. Kids will identify with Jerry. "--Lincoln Public Schools (Lincoln, NE)
