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A review by cpalmisanod
Isaiah Dunn Saves the Day by Kelly J. Baptist
emotional
funny
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This story is all about community. Every character in this book is looking out for someone in some way. The love and support is the heart of the story.
Isaiah's family is getting back on their feet after the loss of his dad. His dad's notebooks of poems, stories and journals are a huge connection for Isaiah and keep motivating and comforting him.
He's a busy kid with a job in the local barbershop, his writing gig with his friend Angel, volunteering with the Rockets Reach Back mentor program and helping with his little sister Charlie.
When his mentee with Rockets Reach Back turns out to be a hard headed kid he's seen around he's less than thrilled and wants to back out. But he has a breakthrough of understanding and doubles down in his efforts to help Kobe, his mentee.
This is a great book for middle grade youth to teach about looking beyond the surface for why someone may be struggling or angry, the impact of a little support and the importance of helping others.
Isaiah's family is getting back on their feet after the loss of his dad. His dad's notebooks of poems, stories and journals are a huge connection for Isaiah and keep motivating and comforting him.
He's a busy kid with a job in the local barbershop, his writing gig with his friend Angel, volunteering with the Rockets Reach Back mentor program and helping with his little sister Charlie.
When his mentee with Rockets Reach Back turns out to be a hard headed kid he's seen around he's less than thrilled and wants to back out. But he has a breakthrough of understanding and doubles down in his efforts to help Kobe, his mentee.
This is a great book for middle grade youth to teach about looking beyond the surface for why someone may be struggling or angry, the impact of a little support and the importance of helping others.