Are you looking for something to occupy your kids in the upcoming winter holiday?The following books recommended by Jeff Kinney may be your best choices.
Class Act:New Kid by Jerry Craft
A graphic novel with heart and humor,eighth-grader Drew Ellis is one of the few kids of color at an influential private school. As social pressures mount,"will Drew find a way to bridge the divide so he and his friends can truly accept each other?And most importantly,will he finally be able to accept himself?"the publisher synopsis(出版商简介)asks.
Three Keys by Kelly Yang
A sequel(续篇)to the award-winning novel Front Desk ninth-grader Mia faces some new challenges at school and at home in her family's Calivista Motel. "But if anyone can find the key to getting through unsettled times,"the author's description reads,"it's Mia Tang!"
The Last Last-Day-of-Summer by Lamar Giles
A magical story with imagination and heroism about two adventurous cousins who wish for an extended summer and accidentally freeze time. According to the publisher's synopsis,the teenagers learn that"the secrets hidden between the seconds,minutes,and hours aren't quite the endless fun they expected!"
Boys Will Be Human by Justin Baldoni
A self-esteem building guidebook for boys ages 13 and up,producer,actor and author Baldoni explores the social and emotional learning around confidence,courage,strength and manhood. "This book isn't about learning the rules of the boys' club,"a slogan reads, "it's about UNLEARNING them. "