Inside Out & Back Again (Paperback)

Inside Out and Back Again is a New York Times bestseller, a Newbery Honor Book, and a winner of the National Book Award Inspired by the author's childhood experience of fleeing Vietnam after the Fall of Saigon and immigrating to Alabama, this coming-of-age debut novel told in verse has been celebrated for its touching child's-eye view of family and immigration.Ha has only ever known Saigon: the thrills of its markets, the joy of its traditions, and the warmth of her friends close by. But now the Vietnam War has reached her home. Ha and her family are forced to flee as Saigon falls, and they board a ship headed toward hope--toward America. This moving story of one girl's year of change, dreams, grief, and healing received four starred reviews, including one from Kirkus which proclaimed it enlightening, poignant, and unexpectedly funny. An author's note explains how and why Thanhha Lai translated her personal experiences into Ha's story. This paperback edition also includes an interview with the author, an activity you can do with your family, tips on writing poetry, and discussion questions.Supports the Common Core State Standards

General

Imprint:	HarperCollinsPublishers
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	December 2012
First published:	2013
Authors:	Thanhha Lai
Dimensions:	194 x 130 x 18mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	262
ISBN-13:	978-0-06-196279-0
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Ethnic studies > Black studies Books > Children's & Educational > Fiction > Fiction dealing with specific issues > General Books > Children's & Educational > Life skills & personal awareness, general studies > Personal awareness: family, relationship & social issues > General Books > Children's & Educational > Life skills & personal awareness, general studies > Personal, health & social education (PHSE) > Body & health > General Books > Children's Fiction & Fun > Fiction Dealing With Specific Issues Books > Children's Fiction & Fun > General Promotions > School Lists > St Cyprians > Grade 4 > Textbooks Books > Children's Fiction & Fun > Promotions > Best of 2024
LSN:	0-06-196279-1
Barcode:	9780061962790

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