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By (author) Watson, Renée; Illustrated by Roe, Mechal DescriptionNewbery Honor and Coretta Scott King Author Award winner RenéeWatsoncontinues her charming young middle grade series starring Ryan Hart, a girl who is pure spirit and sunshine. Ideal for 8-12 year olds!”Renée Watson is a gifted storyteller who brings vibrant new meaning to time and place … Watson lets us discover that one’s true home is rooted in the heart and soul.” Andrea Davis Pinkney, New York Times bestselling author of THE RED PENCILRyan Hart and her family are back in another instalment of stories about a Black girl finding her way and her voice as she grows through change and challenges.In this book, Ryan finds herself waiting on lots of things — like for her new sister to be born healthy, for her new recipes to turn out right, for that summer camp trip to go better than she fears!And of course Ryan is facing these new challenges and new experiences in her classic style — with a bright outlook and plenty of spirit!Review quoteIntermittentlyfunny, frustrating, and touching. . . . Allows black readers to seethemselves and all readers to find a character they can love. Move overRamona Quimby, Portland has another neighbor you have to meet!Review quoteAdroitly captures the uncertainty of growing up amid change through the eyes of an irrepressible black girl.Review quoteRyan Hart approaches challenges in her life with bravery, common sense, and humor. . . . a refreshing character.Review quoteMiddle graders who like realistic fiction will enjoy getting to know this earnest girl and her supportive family.Review quotePlenty of charm . . . readers will look forward to Ryan’s future adventures.Review quoteThe theme of loving family and friends even through difficult times will resonate with readers. Cheerful black-and-white illustrations enhance the story and convey Ryan’s effervescent personality.Review quoteRenéeWatson is a gifted storyteller who brings vibrant new meaning to timeand place. In this beautiful blend of family, history, and culture,Watson lets us discover that one’s true home is rooted in the heart andsoul.Review quoteRenée Watson”s storytelling mastery is on full display in Some Places More Than Others, which is so thematically vibrant and emotionally rich as to defy description. A magnificent book.Review quoteA beautiful novel about family and forgiveness, about the memories wecarry with us wherever we go, and the places our hearts call home.Review quoteAmeaningful opportunity for students–particularly those inunderrepresented communities–to celebrate themselves and theiridentities.Review quoteWatson is a master of structure and character development. . . . Amara’s search for her roots is tender and empowering.Review quoteA much-needed novel about the importance of roots and family connections.Review quoteCapturesa young person’s growing enlightenment as she experiences one of theworld’s most culturally rich neighborhoods. . . . Very relatable. . . .Quietly powerful.Review quoteTimely and timeless.Review quoteWatson, with rhythm and style, somehow gets at . . . the life-changing power of voiceand opportunity, all wrapped up in Jade.Review quoteAn important and deeply moving novel.Review quoteTeeming with compassion and insight.Review quoteA timely, nuanced, and unforgettable story.Review quoteA nuanced meditation on race, privilege, and intersectionality.Review quoteWill resonate with many readers.Biographical noteRenée Watson is a New York Times be