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Lily's Promise Kathryn Erskine

Lily's Promise By Kathryn Erskine

Lily's Promise by Kathryn Erskine


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Their kindness gives Lily hope that life without Dad might just be bearable.

But when Lily and her friends are bullied by Ryan and his mean clique, she quickly discovers the true meaning of friendship and speaking out.

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Lily's Promise by Kathryn Erskine

From National Book Award-winning author Kathryn Erskine comes a heartfelt, poignant novel that tackles grief, change, and the struggle to let your voice be heard. Perfect for fans of Lynda Mullaly Hunt, Erin Entrada Kelly, and Ali Benjamin.

Shy, eleven-year-old Lily made her dad an important promise before he passed away-that she would Strive for Five and speak her mind at least five times. But speaking up one time, let alone five, is easier said than done. It'll be even harder now that Lily must attend public school for the first time. Fortunately, she meets curling-obsessed Hobart and quiet Dunya at the beginning of sixth grade. Their kindness gives Lily hope that life without Dad might just be bearable.

But when Lily and her friends are bullied by Ryan and his mean clique, she quickly discovers the true meaning of friendship and speaking out. Despite the anxiety she feels, Lily knows she needs to stand up for herself and others. And she'll use the tools her dad gave her to not only keep her final promise but bring her whole school together.

Following Lily's journey and the snarky, insightful, and humorous commentary from Libro, the actual book, who guides readers through this thoughtful tale, makes Lily's Promise a strong title for social emotional learning.

Lily's Promise Reviews

Erskine aptly conveys Lily's inner struggle between her reserved demeanor and her desire to stand up to bullying. The metafiction appearance between chapters of 'Libro,' the voice of the physical book, adds humor and draws attention to the literary craft. Even the quietest readers will cheer. -- Kirkus Reviews
A well-told tale, with a clear understanding of bullying and empathy for all involved. -- Booklist
Erskine effectively captures Lily's struggles to find her voice. A touching novel that will leave readers cheering for Lily's quiet victories. -- Publishers Weekly
Curious kids who love books will enjoy joining this welcoming group of friends as they learn about the world we share. -- School Library Journal

About Kathryn Erskine

Kathryn Erskine is the author of several acclaimed books for young adults and children, including the National Book Award-winning middle grade novel Mockingbird. She lives in Virginia. Visit her website at www.kathrynerskine.com.

Additional information

CIN0063058154G
9780063058156
0063058154
Lily's Promise by Kathryn Erskine
Used - Good
Hardback
HarperCollins Publishers Inc
20210624
288
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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