{"product_id":"courage-isbn-9780062561664","title":"Courage","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor fans of Jason Reynolds and Kwame Alexander, a poignant and timely novel about race, class, and second chances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEver since T’Shawn’s dad died, his mother has been struggling to keep the family afloat. So when he’s offered a spot on a prestigious diving team at the local private swim club, he knows that joining would only add another bill to the pile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut T studies hard and never gets into trouble, so he thinks his mom might be willing to bear the cost… until he finds out that his older brother, Lamont, is getting released early from prison.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLuckily, T’Shawn is given a scholarship, and he can put all his frustration into diving practices. But when criminal activity increases in the neighborhood and people begin to suspect Lamont, T’Shawn begins to worry that maybe his brother hasn’t left his criminal past behind after all. Can they put the broken pieces of their relationship back together?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA Powerful Coming of Age Story:\u003c\/b\u003e T’Shawn is a good kid who never gets in trouble. But when his formerly incarcerated brother comes home, he’ll have to decide who he wants to be—and who he can trust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTimely Social Justice Themes:\u003c\/b\u003e Set on Chicago’s South Side, this novel tackles tough questions about race, class, and the relationship between police and the community.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA Unique Sports Story:\u003c\/b\u003e T’Shawn discovers a love for competitive diving, an escape from his troubles and a place where he can finally fly. But the pressure on the board is nothing compared to the pressure at home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTwo Brothers, One Last Chance:\u003c\/b\u003e T'Shawn used to worship his older brother Lamont. Now, he's terrified of him. This heartfelt story explores the fragile, unbreakable bonds of family.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“A solid addition with a multifaceted look at the urban experience.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Absorbing and powerful tale. Reminiscent of Chris Crutchter’s \u003cem\u003eWhale Talk\u003c\/em\u003e.  An auspicious debut and a compelling read that will prompt important discussions about police brutality, racism, and economic inequity.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“\u003cem\u003eCourage\u003c\/em\u003e is exactly what the title advertises: the tale of a brave child navigating the rough waters of adolescence and family trauma despite the natural fears we all have. Dive into this touching story ASAP!” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLamar Giles, Two-Time Edgar Award Nominee\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Anger, injustice, bullying, jealousy, and shame develop into trust, passion, and forgiveness within a family and a community in this fast-moving book. A mirror to urban black readers, a window to everyone else, \u003cem\u003eCourage\u003c\/em\u003e might even teach you something about diving.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePatricia Hruby Powell, Author of The Robert F. Sibert Honor Book Josephine: The Dazzling Life of Josephine Baker\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This novel successfully tackles the realities of homelessness, police intimidation and violence, and racism, and it ultimately demonstrates that forgiveness requires courage.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Binns’ first middle grade-novel uses its Chicago backdrop to thoughtfully showcase common but underexplored issues of family and community, with an ending that is hopeful and well deserved.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBulletin of the Center for Children’s Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Sure to spark thought-provoking discussion among young readers.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHorn Book Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quill Tree Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44889784516837,"sku":"NP9780062561664","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780062561664.jpg?v=1730231893","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/courage-isbn-9780062561664","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}