BIBLIO: 1977, Harper Collins Publishers, Ages 10 and up, $16.99. REVIEWER: Alyssa Daney FORMAT: Middle Reader ISBN: 978-0-690-01359-7 | Illustrated by Donna Diamond Jesse Oliver Aarons, Jr. tries to be the fastest boy in his grade, but when the race comes around his first place spot is stolen by the unexpected. Leslie Burke beats Jess out of his top spot. Jess doesn’t like being out run by a girl but from this grows a great friendship between the two, Jess showing Leslie, a city girl, the rural life and Leslie showing Jess the wonders of imagination. Together they create a world where they can hide away from the bullies and troubles of everyday life. Paterson creates a powerful story about two kids who form an unbreakable bond. Combined with brilliant black-and-white illustrations from Diamond, this story makes a world that the reader just falls into. Winner of the 1978 Newberry award, this classic book is a clear choice for a library collection. Kids will love to read about the fantastical world of Terabithia and the courage of Jess and Leslie. |
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