{"product_id":"the-truth-as-told-by-mason-buttle-isbn-9780062491459","title":"The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom the critically acclaimed author of Waiting for Normal and All Rise for the Honorable Perry T. Cook, Leslie Connor, comes a deeply poignant and beautifully crafted story about self-reliance, redemption, and hope. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMason Buttle is the biggest, sweatiest kid in his grade, and everyone knows he can barely read or write. Mason’s learning disabilities are compounded by grief. Fifteen months ago, Mason’s best friend, Benny Kilmartin, turned up dead in the Buttle family’s orchard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn investigation drags on, and Mason, honest as the day is long, can’t understand why Lieutenant Baird won’t believe the story Mason has told about that day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth Mason and his new friend, tiny Calvin Chumsky, are relentlessly bullied by the other boys in their neighborhood, so they create an underground haven for themselves. When Calvin goes missing, Mason finds himself in trouble again. He’s desperate to figure out what happened to Calvin and, eventually, Benny.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut will anyone believe him?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNational Book Award Finalist * ALA Schneider Family Book Award * 2019 ALSC Notable Children’s Book * Publishers Weekly Best Books of 2018 * 2019-2020 Nebraska Golden Sower Award * Amazon Best Books of 2018 * Kirkus Best of Children's 2018 * New York Public Library Best Books 2018 * Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Books 2018 * 2018 Nerdy Book Club Middle Grade Winner * South Carolina Junior Book Award Nominee * 2020 Colorado Children's Book Award Nominee * Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year 2019 (9-12) * 2020 Grand Canyon Reader Award Nominee * 2020-2021 Missouri Association of School Librarians Mark Twain Readers Award Preliminary Nominee * 2020-2021 Indiana Young Hoosier Book Award Nominee *\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAn Unsolved Death:\u003c\/b\u003e Fifteen months ago, Mason’s best friend Benny was found dead in the family orchard. The police have questions, and their sights are set on Mason.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBullying and Friendship:\u003c\/b\u003e As the biggest, sweatiest kid in seventh grade, Mason is an easy target. But a new friendship with tiny, brilliant Calvin Chumsky gives them both a place to belong.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA Hero with Learning Disabilities:\u003c\/b\u003e Mason can barely read or write, and his words get tangled when he’s under pressure. But his heart is honest, and he sees the world in a way no one else can.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA Story of Hope and Finding Your Voice:\u003c\/b\u003e When Calvin goes missing and Mason is the prime suspect again, he must find the courage to speak his truth, even if no one is ready to listen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“Could I love a character more than I love Mason Buttle? Nope. Could this book have captured my heart any more? Impossible.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBarbara O'Connor, author of How to Steal a Dog and Wish\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A book that breaks your heart and heals it—all in one. Mason’s story is brilliantly told. This is an astonishing book!” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirby Larson, author of Newbery Honor title, Hattie Big Sky and the Audacity Jones series\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Mason’s astonishing voice will grab you from the first page, as he demonstrates how children with learning disabilities who ‘think outside the box’ can find brilliant ways to survive bullying, be a good friend, and save their families.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eCammie McGovern, author of Just My Luck and Chester and Gus\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Rich, moving, and redemptive, \u003cem\u003eThe Truth as Told by Mason Buttle\u003c\/em\u003e will immerse readers from the first page to the last and is certain to linger with them for a long time to come.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooks to Borrow . . . Books to Buy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“I loved this book beyond all reason!  Mason explemplifies what students (and the rest of us) can learn from children with learning disabilities.  His astonishing voice will grab you from the first page and captivate you as he demonstrates how students who “think outside the box”  come up with their own brilliant ways to survive bullying, be a good friend and save their families.  He should be in every library and classroom reminding readers of people they probably already know and have underestimated.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eCammie McGovern, author of Just My Luck and Chester and Gus\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Connor’s portrayal of Mason is spot-on, and the seventh-grader’s honesty shines through as his greatest attribute. Laced throughout the story, and evident at the end, is hope for a brighter future, both for the entire family and the community. A thoughtful look at human nature, resilience, and love.”    - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Connor expertly captures the camaraderie of Calvin and Mason. A poignant underdog tale that will resonate with many young readers.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“In a moving first-person narrative, Connor reveals a remarkably distinct and memorable character. [T]he author weaves the back story into a narrative of redemption chronicling his growing friendships. Connor’s gift for creating complex characters extends to the supporting characters and makes this a compelling read.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“In this sensitively written novel, Connor introduces a learning-disabled 12-year-old who will warm readers’ hearts and earn their respect with his honesty and compassion. Poignant and suspenseful, Mason’s story crystalizes an adolescent boy’s joys and fears as he comes into his own.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Mason’s voice is honest and true, and the multifaceted characters both enrich and propel the narrative.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHorn Book Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44888876024037,"sku":"NP9780062491459","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780062491459.jpg?v=1730230008","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/the-truth-as-told-by-mason-buttle-isbn-9780062491459","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}