Description: All Alone by Russ Thompson Elgin Hobbs struggles to succeed in high school. But hes failing classes, his divorced parents fight, and his mom is an alcoholic. He fights to rise above it. Lexile Readability Measure: HL-540-L FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description "I wait at the top of the stairs outside our apartment. Its cold out here. But I hate being around Mom when shes drunk." Tenth grader Elgin Hobbs is caught in a downward spiral. Hes failing classes, his divorced parents fight, and his mom is an alcoholic. Life keeps bringing him down. But he fights to rise above it. Lexile Readability Measure: HL-540-L.At Finding Forward Books, we publish easy-to-read novels about real issues faced by teens. They have realistic stories about teens overcoming challenges in their lives. Our goal is for students to improve their reading skills, increase their success in school, and develop positive attitudes.The books are for all students, including English learners and students with disabilities. They are printed in Open Dyslexic, a font to accommodate persons with dyslexia. They have been praised in Kirkus Reviews, Publishers Weekly BookLife Reviews, Foreword Clarion Reviews, and BlueInk Reviews. Author Biography Russ Thompson, Ed.D. is a retired educator who served as a reading teacher, high-school principal, and district administrator in Los Angeles. Much of his time was spent working with at-risk students. He holds a teaching credential as a reading specialist, as well as a doctorate in education from UCLA. Review A vulnerable teenager contends with loneliness, as well as persistent school and family troubles... The prose is lean, sharing only the details that are necessary... This streamlined narration makes the story both consumable and quick." -Foreword Clarion Reviews"Thompson has a pithy style that conveys a wealth of emotional content with an economy of words... This book... will particularly appeal to older students who want a fast, interesting read that delivers an uplifting message." -Amazon Customer Review"Heartfelt, engaging, and inspirational. I read straight through, cover to cover." -Amazon Customer Review"Thompson writes about emotionally engaging characters and situations. They remain powerful and riveting despite the simpler language. Cant wait for the next novel so I can order more for my students!" -Amazon Customer Review"I liked this little book so much. The story and characters seemed very real to me." -Amazon Customer Review Long Description Hi-Lo Novel for Reluctant and Struggling Teen Readers. Tenth grader Elgin Hobbs seems fine on the outside. But hes failing classes. His divorced parents fight. And his mom is an alcoholic. He tries to rise above it. But life keeps knocking him down. Lexile measure 540L. Review Quote "Russ Thompson deals with tough issues in easy language and short chapters. Perfect for struggling readers, teens, and those of us with short attention spans..." "Thompson has a pithy style that conveys a wealth of emotional content with an economy of words... This book... will particularly appeal to older students who want a fast, interesting read that delivers an uplifting message." "Heartfelt, engaging, and inspirational. I read straight through, cover to cover..." "Russ has a great way of taking complex adult issues and boiling them down to simple language for teens who struggle with reading... He deals with family problems that young people must grapple with, and offers them hope for the future." "Thompson writes about emotionally engaging characters and situations. They remain powerful and riveting despite the simpler language. Cant wait for the next novel so I can order more for my students!" "I liked this little book so much. The story and characters seemed very real to me... I hope lots of kids read it, and their parents too!" Details ISBN1737315726 Author Russ Thompson Year 2021 ISBN-10 1737315726 ISBN-13 9781737315728 Publication Date 2021-05-28 UK Release Date 2021-05-28 Series Finding Forward Format Paperback Imprint Bookstock Press Publisher Bookstock Press Audience Age 13-18 Audience Teenage / Young adult Pages 122 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:132212868;
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ISBN-13: 9781737315728
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Book Title: All Alone
Item Height: 203mm
Item Width: 133mm
Author: Russ Thompson
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Topic: Drugs, Family Life, Self-Esteem
Publisher: Bookstock Press
Publication Year: 2021
Genre: Children & Young Adults
Item Weight: 145g
Number of Pages: 120 Pages