Absolutely Almost by Lisa Graff audiobook

Absolutely Almost

By Lisa Graff
Read by Noah Galvin

Recorded Books, Inc. 9780399164057
5.24 Hours Unabridged
Format : Digital Download (In Stock)
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    ISBN: 9781490624839

Albie has never been the smartest kid in his class. He has never been the tallest. Or the best at gym. Or the greatest artist. Or the most musical. In fact, Albie has a long list of the things he's not very good at. And his parents keep reminding him of those things all the time. . . even when it's just by accident. But then Albie gets a new babysitter, Calista, who helps him figure out all of the things he *is* good at and how he can take pride in himself. A perfect companion to Lisa Graff's A TANGLE OF KNOTS, this novel explores a similar theme in a realistic contemporary world where kids will easily be able to relate their own struggles to Albie's. Once again, Graff crafts a beautiful novel about figuring out who you are and doing what you love.

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Summary

Summary

A Publishers Weekly Pick of the Week, June 2014

Albie has never been the smartest kid in his class. He has never been the tallest. Or the best at gym. Or the greatest artist. Or the most musical. In fact, Albie has a long list of the things he's not very good at. And his parents keep reminding him of those things all the time. . . even when it's just by accident. But then Albie gets a new babysitter, Calista, who helps him figure out all of the things he *is* good at and how he can take pride in himself. A perfect companion to Lisa Graff's A TANGLE OF KNOTS, this novel explores a similar theme in a realistic contemporary world where kids will easily be able to relate their own struggles to Albie's. Once again, Graff crafts a beautiful novel about figuring out who you are and doing what you love.

Editorial Reviews

Editorial Reviews

“Graff’s…gentle story invokes evergreen themes of coming to appreciate one’s strengths (and weaknesses), and stands out for its thoughtful, moving portrait of a boy who learns to keep moving forward, taking on the world at his own speed.” Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“Albie comes through significant emotional hardship to a genuine sense of self-worth.” School Library Journal (starred review)
“A perfect book to share with struggling readers.” Booklist (starred review)
“Achingly superb, Albie’s story shines.” Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

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Author

Author Bio: Lisa Graff

Author Bio: Lisa Graff

Lisa Graff is the critically acclaimed and award-winning author of the National Book Award nominee A Tangle of Knots, as well as Lost in the Sun, Absolutely Almost, Double Dog Dare, Umbrella Summer, The Life and Crimes of Bernetta Wallflower, The Thing about Georgie, and Sophie Simon Solves Them All.

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Available Formats : Digital Download
Category: Fiction
Runtime: 5.24
Audience: Children (8–12)
Language: English