Description
Discover the profound impact of connection and self-discovery in 'Dead Wednesday,' an insightful middle-grade novel that will captivate young readers and adults alike. Written by the award-winning author Jerry Spinelli, known for his Newbery Medal-winning work and New York Times bestseller 'Stargirl,' this life-affirming tale invites readers into the unique world of Amber Springs, where the eighth graders embark on an extraordinary day of reflection.
On Dead Wednesday, each student is assigned the identity of a teenager who lost their life due to preventable circumstances. Sporting black shirts, the kids experience a day when they feel invisible, reflecting on life and the fragility of existence. However, Worm Tarnauer, who typically embraces his role as the quiet sidekick, encounters something entirely unexpected. Assigned the identity of Becca Finch, a girl who died tragically in a car accident, Worm’s day of invisibility turns into an enlightening journey filled with emotion and growth.
As Worm navigates his new reality, Becca’s spirit compels him to break free from his unassuming existence. Readers will be moved by this heartfelt story that encompasses themes of friendship, loss, and the courage to embrace life. Perfect for fans of meaningful middle-grade fiction, 'Dead Wednesday' is a must-read that encourages kids to contemplate their choices and the lives of others.
**Delivery Information:** This brand-new trade paperback edition is published by Random House US in 2021 and contains 240 pages of engaging narrative. Order now to experience the thrill and insights of Dead Wednesday in your own home!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780593425848
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2021
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Pages: 240
Description:
Can playing dead bring you back to life? Maybe only on Dead Wednesday... On this day the worlds of a shy boy and a gone girl collide, and the connection they make will change them both forever. A brilliant new novel from the Newbery Medal winner and author of the New York Times bestseller Stargirl.
"Jerry Spinelli has created another middle grade masterpiece." -BookPage, starred review
On Dead Wednesday, every eighth grader in Amber Springs is assigned the name and identity of a teenager who died a preventable death in the past year. The kids don black shirts and for the whole day everyone in town pretends they're invisible-as if they weren't even there. The adults think it will make them contemplate their mortality. The kids know it's a free pass to get away with anything.
Worm Tarnauer feels invisible every day. He's perfectly happy being the unnoticed sidekick of his friend Eddie. So he's not expecting Dead Wednesday to feel that different. But he didn't count on being assigned Becca Finch (17, car crash). And he certainly didn't count on Becca showing up to boss him around! Letting this girl into his head is about to change everything.
This is the story of the unexpected, heartbreaking, hilarious, truly epic day when Worm Tarnauer discovers his own life.
On Dead Wednesday, each student is assigned the identity of a teenager who lost their life due to preventable circumstances. Sporting black shirts, the kids experience a day when they feel invisible, reflecting on life and the fragility of existence. However, Worm Tarnauer, who typically embraces his role as the quiet sidekick, encounters something entirely unexpected. Assigned the identity of Becca Finch, a girl who died tragically in a car accident, Worm’s day of invisibility turns into an enlightening journey filled with emotion and growth.
As Worm navigates his new reality, Becca’s spirit compels him to break free from his unassuming existence. Readers will be moved by this heartfelt story that encompasses themes of friendship, loss, and the courage to embrace life. Perfect for fans of meaningful middle-grade fiction, 'Dead Wednesday' is a must-read that encourages kids to contemplate their choices and the lives of others.
**Delivery Information:** This brand-new trade paperback edition is published by Random House US in 2021 and contains 240 pages of engaging narrative. Order now to experience the thrill and insights of Dead Wednesday in your own home!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780593425848
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2021
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Pages: 240
Description:
Can playing dead bring you back to life? Maybe only on Dead Wednesday... On this day the worlds of a shy boy and a gone girl collide, and the connection they make will change them both forever. A brilliant new novel from the Newbery Medal winner and author of the New York Times bestseller Stargirl.
"Jerry Spinelli has created another middle grade masterpiece." -BookPage, starred review
On Dead Wednesday, every eighth grader in Amber Springs is assigned the name and identity of a teenager who died a preventable death in the past year. The kids don black shirts and for the whole day everyone in town pretends they're invisible-as if they weren't even there. The adults think it will make them contemplate their mortality. The kids know it's a free pass to get away with anything.
Worm Tarnauer feels invisible every day. He's perfectly happy being the unnoticed sidekick of his friend Eddie. So he's not expecting Dead Wednesday to feel that different. But he didn't count on being assigned Becca Finch (17, car crash). And he certainly didn't count on Becca showing up to boss him around! Letting this girl into his head is about to change everything.
This is the story of the unexpected, heartbreaking, hilarious, truly epic day when Worm Tarnauer discovers his own life.