Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key: (National Book Award Finalist)

"They say I'm wired bad, or wired sad, but there's no doubt about it-I'm wired." Explore the energetic world of Joey Pigza, a young boy with a heart of gold and a mind that's faster than light. Join Joey as he navigates misadventures, quirky decisions, and educational hurdles, always driven by his unwavering quest to fit into a world that seems to operate at a different rhythm. This book, a National Book Award Finalist for Young People's Literature, provides a much-needed perspective for those navigating neurodiversity--or for anyone seeking an understanding of a different walk of life. Author Jack Gantos masterfully bridges the gap between education and entertainment, crafting an engaging adventure that also serves as an enlightening discussion about hyper-activity. This title has Common Core connections.Author: Jack GantosBinding Type: PaperbackPublisher: Square FishPublished: 07/01/2014Series: Joey Pigza #1Pages: 176Weight: 0.27lbsSize: 7.60h x 5.20w x 0.50dISBN: 9781250061683Audien