Jacqueline Woodson
Jacqueline Woodson is a celebrated American author known for her poignant and lyrical writing, often exploring themes of race, identity, and family. She has received numerous accolades, including the National Book Award for her novel "Brown Girl Dreaming." Woodson's works, which span picture books, middle grade, and young adult fiction, are acclaimed for their depth and emotional resonance, making her a significant voice in contemporary literature.
Book summaries for books written by Jacqueline Woodson
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I watched Chloe and the new girl, Maya, from my seat by the window. Maya had on a pretty blue dress and a red ribbon in her hair.
The next day, Maya was sitting on the steps, all alone. She was holding a small red and yellow ball.
I felt a tug in my chest. A feeling that I should do something. Say something.
Chloe said, “You’re not my friend.” And I didn’t say anything. I kept walking.
Every day, I watched her from the classroom window. Sitting on the steps alone.
I walked a little closer to her. Opened my mouth to say something. But I didn’t.
She never smiled. She never raised her hand in class. She never said thank you.
Chloe said, 'Maybe we can play together tomorrow.'
I looked back at her. But I didn’t smile back. I didn’t raise my hand. I didn’t say thank you.
The next day, Maya was gone. She had taken her seat in a new town.
I let her look at me, but I didn’t look back at her.
I thought about the ball Maya had held. And I felt a shiver run through me.